Whether your hair is straight or curly, a lob haircut will give you a sophisticated and polished appearance. Not only that, but it will complement any face shape beautifully while framing your eyes beautifully too! Add some stunning balayage highlights for an even more significant visual impact.
Tousled styles can be done more easily on textured hair, and their casual, undone appearance creates an effortless manner. Experiment with different textures and colors until you find your ideal textured lob.
Layers
Layers give your lob style the lift it needs to look fresh. Ask your hairdresser to add feathered layers for a naturally textured style that doesn’t appear flat or overdone; this style works particularly well on thin locks, adding volume without making locks look flat.
If you love the grunge aesthetic from the ’90s, try styling your hair into a layered lob with flipped-out ends for an effortless cool-girl style that is easy to tie back. This look works with any color and instantly makes you feel young and preppy!
Kerry Washington showcases how effortlessly gorgeous a layered lob can look with straight locks in this beautiful photo from Vogue magazine. Apply IGK Beach Club Texture Spray ($32) to achieve this luxurious style. After applying, use a blow dryer to type.
Lightening
A lob with waves is one of the most accessible shoulder-length cuts for girls with natural texture, thanks to its effortless yet lived-in look. It accentuates your strands’ shape while making them appear fuller and fuller. To achieve this chic style, apply some volumizing mousse – like L’Oreal Paris Advanced Hairstyle BOOST IT Volume Inject Mousse – before leaving it to dry naturally before using versatile hold hairspray like Redken 12 Flexible Hold Hairspray to lock in the shape of strands.
Balayage highlights can add beautiful light highlights to any lob, giving it an earthy sweetness that stands out individually rather than appearing starkly contrasted against its surroundings. Ask your colorist to highlight your strands so that each section stands out individually rather than appearing starkly different against all your locks.
Long Bob Styles
Long bob styles are versatile enough to suit all hair textures, even those with fine or limp locks that tend to flatten with too much moisture. To help your strands withstand the elements, lightly texturizing spray such as Ouai Wave Spray ($28) may be beneficial in adding volume and movement.
Tight Waves
A lob with tight waves is a timeless classic style, suitable for women of all ages and hair textures. Wear it straight for an elegant finish or leave it undone and tousled for a more laidback aesthetic; its choppy cut creates a soft frame around your face which can highlight eyes or draw focus to the forehead; for an eye-catching twist, add side parts for an asymmetrical element to this classic cut (see Rachel Green’s layered lob with curtain bangs for inspiration).
If your hair naturally waves, creating this style is simple, thanks to Sachajuan Ocean Mist ($34). Or try overnight waving for that effortless beachy vibe; this is also an effective way to add interest and excitement to a bob that may have become dull!
Blonde Mane
A textured long lob is an effortless way to add dimension and dimension to any blonde hue, especially those with natural gold or copper tones. A baby foiling technique or balayage may be used for this color idea, providing effortless results.
If you have fuller-figured blonde locks, consider asking your stylist for a bronde balayage when changing up your shade to keep your bob looking youthful and fresh. Or, you can add natural waves with Tresemme Keratin Smooth Heat Protection Shine ($6) on damp locks before curling with a 1.5-inch barrel iron.
A long textured lob can add an edgy edge to any face shape, as evidenced by Selena Gomez’s center-parted curtain fringe in her bob cut. You can further amp up its border with Sachajuan hair powder ($44), giving your locks a rough texture for added effect.
