Health & Beauty

The Faux Bob Everyone’s Talking About: How To Get Sabrina Carpenter’s Met Gala Hair

May 5, 2026

Celebrities

Call it the haircut that wasn’t—Sabrina Carpenter’s 2026 Met Gala faux bob is officially the beauty moment of the season.

Equal parts Old Hollywood and modern cool, her softly sculpted, vintage-inspired style gave full glamour without the commitment of an actual chop. And the best part? With the right prep (and a few clever tricks), it’s surprisingly doable at home.

Here’s how to get the look using Redken’s red carpet–ready lineup.

Start with the foundation. On damp hair, smooth in Redken’s Acidic Bonding Concentrate Leave-In Treatment to create that silky, polished base—think shine, strength, and camera-ready softness. Follow with the Big Blowout Heat Protectant Jelly through the lengths and ends for volume, humidity control, and protection (because glam shouldn’t come at the cost of your hair).

Next comes the shape. The magic of this look is all in the styling—rollers and direction are key. Sweep the sides back and pin them close to the head to create that sleek, contoured silhouette, while building volume through the crown for that signature vintage lift.

Now for the red carpet trick: the faux bob itself. Tuck the lengths underneath at the nape and pin securely, leaving a few front pieces loose to softly frame the face. Play with the crown height until you get that perfectly balanced, retro-inspired shape.

Finish like a pro. A light mist of Redken’s Wax Invisible Texture Spray adds definition without stiffness, while the Shine Flash Spray delivers that glossy, light-catching finish. Lock it all in with Control Hairspray for hold that lasts all night—without losing movement.

The result? A timeless, elegant bob that’s secretly long hair in disguise.

No scissors required. —Noa Nichol

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    May 6th, 2026 at 2:11 am

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    May 6th, 2026 at 5:16 am

    Sabrina Carpenter’s faux bob is such a perfect blend of Old Hollywood glam and modern styling. Also, if you’re trying to recreate the vibe properly, getting it done by a skilled barber makes all the difference.

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