When it comes to classic hairstyles, they don't come more timeless than the lob. With less drama (and less upkeep) than an Anna Wintour inspired bob but a little more edge than long locks, the lob is the perfect in-between hairstyle that never goes out of style. Bonus: It suits every face shape, so there's no risk of remorse after your visit to the hairdresser.
But what exactly is a lob? Well, it's exactly what it sounds like: a long bob. It's a one-length cut that generally sits at a mid-length, shoulder height—although, you can get away with your strands falling just a smidge above or below that. Experiment with centre and side partings to switch up how your lob looks daily, but a lob hairstyle also pairs well with a fringe—whether that's a full, one-length fringe or wispier French-girl bangs.
And if you're considering embracing the lob for this season, you're in luck. There are so many examples of celebrities stepping out with the chicest mid-length hairstyles that I thought it would be rude not to put all of that great lob inspiration in one place. Ahead you'll find 27 of the best celebrity lob haircuts to give you inspiration for your next salon visit.
The 24 Best Lob Hairstyles
1. The Italian Lob
When Zendaya stepped out with a new Italian bob hairstyle, we called our hairdressers immediately. I love the longer lob length here.
2. Curly Lob
H.E.R.'s side-parted curls look bouncy in this lob cut.
3. Wolf Lob
Proof that shaggy wolf haircuts like Jenna Ortega's look great cut to a shoulder-skimming length.
4. Side-Swept Lob
Flip your lob to into a side parting to bring drama and volume for the evening.
5. Slicked Back Lob
Rosie's wet-look waves are so pretty, and her longer-length lob is a great place to start if you're new to mid-length hair.
6. Wavy Lob
Cool-girl waves and blunt ends are a match made in heaven for a lob hairstyle, as Laura Harrier proves.
7. Sleek Lob
I still think about Bella Hadid's collar-bone-skimming lob, which has a glossy shine.
8. The Lob Tuck
Selena Gomez's lob is super sleek tucked behind her ears.
9. Beachy Lob
I'm screenshooting Charithra's shoulder-skimming bob for my next haircut, and copying those beachy waves immediately.
10. The Blowout Lob
Who says shorter hair is lifeless? I'm in love with this voluminous blowout.
11. Tousled Lob
Whether you flip your parting to the side or straight down the middle, the lob haircut looks great.
12. Lob With Side Fringe
The lob haircut also works well if you have a fringe or want to grow yours out seamlessly.
13. Deep Side-Part Lob
The benefit of shorter hairstyles like the lob is that styling takes far less time if your hair is naturally straight. Simply tong a couple of sections of hair and you're good to go.
14. Shoulder-Length Lob
Tuck your lob behind your ears and curl the ends under for a quick retro twist.
15. Textured Lob
The lob is the perfect haircut for emphasising natural curls and waves, helping to add volume and definition.
16. Flicked Lob
While she might have cut her hair into a box bob, Hailey Bieber's former haircut is ideal if you don't want to go too short—just ask for a few face-framing layers to graduate the length.
17. Graduated Lob
Fine hair can benefit from a few subtle layers to give extra volume and movement in your lob.
18. Voluminous Lob
So. Much. Volume.
19. Shoulder-Skimming Lob
This is your sign to go for the lob haircut.
20. Face-Framing Lob
If you're nervous about going short, then rest in the knowledge that the lob is perfect for growing back out long.
21. Straight Lob With Fringe
A feathered fringe pairs perfectly with Kerry Washington's straight lob.
22. Tonged Lob
For me, Gemma Chan is queen of the mid-length hairstyle and my ultimate lob muse.
23. Straight and Sleek Lob
The centre parting and tuck behind the ears lends Zawe's glossy lob major '90s vibes.
24. Curled-Under Lob
Channel EmRata's power lob by blow-drying the ends of your hair under with a round brush. Seriously glam.
25. Shaggy Lob
This shaggy lob is making me contemplate going for the cop.
26. Micro Lob
Alexa flits between a bob and a lob but always keeps it centre-parted and with a natural wave.
27. Natural Texture Lob
Jourdan's curly lob is totally epic and proves that it isn't just a style that works for straight strands.
How To Style A Lob
Lob haircuts are the ideal length for using hot brushes to impart volume and bounce to lengths.
Wholesale Replica Bag GHD model creates smooth and sleek styles with ease, as well as tousled waves and curls—so versatile.
Keep you lob looking expensive with a hair gloss, which imparts next-level shine to lengths.
Featuring the brand's TikTok viral Dream Coat and the Dream Cocktail, this duo helps to achieve bouncy and defined curls.
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