Lob
Curious about the Lob? This guide explains the look in plain language, then lets you try it on your photo. A Lob is a long bob that typically grazes the shoulders. It’s one of the most versatile medium-length cuts.
Try this hairstyleWhat Is a Lob?
A Lob is a long bob that typically grazes the shoulders. It’s one of the most versatile medium-length cuts.
What Does a Lob Look Like?
The perimeter lands around the shoulders with optional light layering for swing. It photographs clean and modern.
Who Is a Lob Suitable For?
May work well across many hair textures. Can be a good option if you want medium length without heavy bulk.
Lob Maintenance
Low-to-moderate: reshape every 8–12 weeks and maintain healthy ends.
How to Style a Lob
Effortless waves, sleek blowouts, or claw clips all work. Heat protectant matters if you style often.
What to tell your barber
Please cut a Lob at shoulder length with a modern perimeter. Add soft layers only if my hair needs movement.
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Long Bob
Curious about the Long Bob? This guide explains the look in plain language, then lets you try it on your photo. A Long Bob (often overlapping with lob territory) sits longer than a classic chin bob, usually near the collarbone, with a clean wearable outline.
Layered Bob
Curious about the Layered Bob? This guide explains the look in plain language, then lets you try it on your photo. A Layered Bob adds internal or external layers so a bob moves more freely and feels lighter than a solid one-length cut.
Blunt Bob
Curious about the Blunt Bob? This guide explains the look in plain language, then lets you try it on your photo. A Blunt Bob is cut in a solid line with little or no layering, creating a strong, even perimeter.
Butterfly Bob
Curious about the Butterfly Bob? This guide explains the look in plain language, then lets you try it on your photo. A Butterfly Bob adapts butterfly layering to bob length, creating lift around the face while keeping an overall shorter outline.
Curtain Bangs
Curious about the Curtain Bangs? This guide explains the look in plain language, then lets you try it on your photo. Curtain Bangs part in the center or near-center and sweep open toward the sides, framing the face like curtains.
Wolf Cut
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Lob haircut?
A Lob is a long bob that typically grazes the shoulders. It’s one of the most versatile medium-length cuts.
What hair length works with a Lob?
May work well across many hair textures. Can be a good option if you want medium length without heavy bulk. This style is generally built around medium length ranges, with room to adapt.
How often should you maintain a Lob?
Low-to-moderate: reshape every 8–12 weeks and maintain healthy ends.
How do you style a Lob?
Effortless waves, sleek blowouts, or claw clips all work. Heat protectant matters if you style often.
What should I ask my barber for with a Lob?
Bring a reference photo and the short instruction text on this page. Mention length on top, side shape, and how soft or sharp you want the finish.
Can I try a Lob on my photo?
Yes. Open the HairAI try-on page with this style selected and upload a clear front-facing photo to see a mock preview of a Lob.