Bob vs. Lob: What's the Difference, and Which One Should You Get?
Obviously, the biggest difference between a bob and a lob is the length. Bobs typically sit at your jawline or above, whereas a lob lands an inch or two above or below your shoulders. Because of this, a bob tends to look more traditionally Parisian and chic, whereas a lob has a bit more of a bouncy, playful look. However, that all changes if you add in layers. A short, layered bob typically looks intentionally choppy and spiky, while a layered lob is more classic and soft. Think the difference between Jenna Ortega's shag and Taylor Swift's 1989 era bob.
The shorter your hair, the fewer styling capabilities you have. A short, chin-length bob is difficult to pull back into a ponytail or a slicked-back bun; so if these are your go-to styles, a lob will give you that sleek cut without sacrificing your usual looks. Similarly, another key component of the bob vs lob conversation is maintenance. If you want to keep your bob short and blunt, you'll require regular trims to avoid a grown-out look. However, a lob is legit perfect for people who hate spending time at the salon. It looks as good freshly cut as it does when it's grown out a bit.
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Beth Gillette is the beauty editor at Cosmopolitan with seven years of experience researching, writing, and editing hair stories that range from low-porosity hair products to reviewing K18. She regularly tests and analyzes hair products while working with the industry's top hairstylists to research new trends.
Beth Gillette is the beauty editor at Cosmopolitan, where she covers skincare, makeup, hair, nails, and more across digital and print. She can generally be found in bright eyeshadow furiously typing her latest feature or hemming and hawing about a new product you "have to try." Prior to Cosmopolitan, she wrote and edited beauty content as an Editor at The Everygirl for four years. Follow her on Instagram for makeup selfies and a new hair 'do every few months.
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