Lob Haircut Ideasfor 2027

A lob is a long bob ending between the jaw and the collarbone, and the layered lob remains the easiest version to wear going into 2027. It works on almost every hair type, it grows out well, and it can still be tied back. If you are moving from long to short hair for the first time, this is the gentlest step.

Layered lob

Soft layers starting below the chin, which add movement without much loss of weight. It is the best all-round version, and it suits straight, wavy, and curly hair. Ask for “a lob at my collarbone with soft, long layers and a few face-framing pieces.” See our layered lob guide.

Blunt lob

One clean line at the collarbone. It makes fine hair look thick, and it suits straight hair. Ask for “a blunt lob at my collarbone with no layers, just a slight bevel.”

Shaggy lob

Choppy crown layers and lighter ends. It looks best a little messy, so it is low effort. It suits wavy and thick hair. See shag haircut ideas for 2027.

Lob with curtain bangs

A natural pairing, since the bangs blend straight into the layers. See curtain bangs ideas for 2027.

A-line lob

Shorter at the back and longer at the front. The angle adds length to a round face. See A-line vs. inverted bob.

Wavy, lived-in lob

Soft waves, air-dried or lightly styled. It may be the easiest look on this list if your hair has some natural bend. See how to air-dry hair and our soft waves guide.

Curly lob

A rounded shape, cut dry, sitting at the shoulders when dry. Layers stop it from going triangular. See curly hairstyles for 2027.

Sleek, tucked lob

Smooth, center-parted, and tucked behind one ear. It suits formal settings, and it shows off earrings and cheekbones.

Lob with internal layers

Hidden layers remove the bulk from thick hair, while the surface stays smooth. It is the fix if your lob puffs out at the bottom.

Bob or lob?

A bob ends around the jaw and shows more of your neck. A lob is more flexible, and it needs fewer trims. If you are unsure, start with the lob, since you can always go shorter. See bob vs. lob for a full comparison.

Lobs and face shape

• Round: ends below the chin, with an off-center part.
• Square: soft ends. Avoid a blunt line at the jaw.
• Heart: add fullness near the chin.
• Oblong: add waves or a fringe to bring in width.
• Diamond: tuck one side, and keep fullness at the jaw.
• Oval: nearly all versions work.

Check your outline with our free face shape detector.

How to stop a lob from flipping out

A lob that ends right on the shoulders will often flip outward. You have three options: go an inch shorter or longer, make the ends blunter so that they hold, or embrace the flip with a shaggier cut. Tell your stylist about this before the cut. Our medium-length haircuts guide explains more.

How to style it

Air-dry: apply mousse or a light cream to damp hair, then scrunch or twist a few sections and leave it alone.

Blow-dry: use a medium round brush, with a slight bend at the ends. See how to blow-dry your hair.

Waves: wrap sections around a large curling iron, leaving the ends out for a softer look, with a heat protectant first.

Upkeep

A layered lob usually needs a trim every 8 to 12 weeks, and a blunt one every 6 to 8. Because it ends near the shoulders, it can quickly lose its shape.

How to ask

Touch the exact spot where you want the cut to end when dry. Words like “shoulder length” mean different things to different people.

“I’d like a layered lob that ends right here when dry, with soft ends and a few face-framing pieces.”

Related guides

• Easy Hairstyles for Medium-Length Hair: Quick Everyday Looks

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