It seems that everyone is trading in their long tresses for a cropped coif. We’ve seen Nicole Richie, Vanessa Hudgens, and Karlie Kloss choose to sport wash and wear hair. I even cut my curls to greet the New Year!

This year also marks the 50-year anniversary that Vidal Sassoon revolutionized the bob. Wth the help of his “five-point cut” technique used on the likes of Mia Farrow, and it’s obvious why the style is still alive and thriving! Vidal Sassoon Pro Series is set to air a new commercial next week in homage to the late hair icon, but luckily, Glam has the exclusive first look as the TV spot. In it, we get a quick insight into his work and how his wave of influence has grown throughout the decades – and all with just the simple snip of a pair of scissors.

Take a look at the video here.