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.
Try this hairstyleWhat Is a Long Bob?
A Long Bob (often overlapping with lob territory) sits longer than a classic chin bob, usually near the collarbone, with a clean wearable outline.
What Does a Long Bob Look Like?
Length frames the neck and collarbone. It can be blunt or softly layered depending on the desired movement.
Who Is a Long Bob Suitable For?
Often works well as a first step into shorter hair or as a versatile everyday medium cut.
Long Bob Maintenance
Trims every 8–12 weeks keep ends healthy while preserving the long-bob line.
How to Style a Long Bob
Wear smooth, wavy, or half-up. A round brush blow-dry gives classic salon bounce.
What to tell your barber
I’d like a Long Bob near collarbone length, with either a clean blunt line or soft layers—let’s choose based on my hair density.
Related Hairstyles
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.
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.
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.
Italian Bob
Curious about the Italian Bob? This guide explains the look in plain language, then lets you try it on your photo. An Italian Bob typically sits around chin to mid-neck length with a soft, slightly curved silhouette and a polished finish.
Face-Framing Layers
Curious about the Face-Framing Layers? This guide explains the look in plain language, then lets you try it on your photo. Face-Framing Layers shorten selected pieces around the face to contour features while keeping overall length through the back.
Wolf Cut
Curious about the Wolf Cut? This guide explains the look in plain language, then lets you try it on your photo. A Wolf Cut mixes shag and mullet ideas: shorter layered volume around the crown with longer pieces through the ends and face frame.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Long Bob haircut?
A Long Bob (often overlapping with lob territory) sits longer than a classic chin bob, usually near the collarbone, with a clean wearable outline.
What hair length works with a Long Bob?
Often works well as a first step into shorter hair or as a versatile everyday medium cut. This style is generally built around medium length ranges, with room to adapt.
How often should you maintain a Long Bob?
Trims every 8–12 weeks keep ends healthy while preserving the long-bob line.
How do you style a Long Bob?
Wear smooth, wavy, or half-up. A round brush blow-dry gives classic salon bounce.
What should I ask my barber for with a Long Bob?
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 Long Bob 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 Long Bob.