I’ve had long hair since junior year of high school. I remember how long it took for it to grow out and once I had it the length I wanted, I swore I’d never cut it short again. And I haven’t. One reason for that is my hair is become somewhat of a security blanket for me. It’s comfortable and easy, just part of routine. For one, I know how to manage it: trims here every eight weeks, infrequent shampooing with this, and plenty of both in-salon and at-home conditioning treatments. Secondly, I already know the quick-fixes (this wand is a miracle worker) for bad hair days. And finally, the thought of cutting it (what if I hate it?) only to grow it back out totally scares me. It’s that in-between length that I really hated the first time around that I’ve been trying to avoid. The length that’s not-quite-long but not a bob either. You know the one. It wasn’t a good look for me 10 years ago. But what about now?
I realize the long bob (or “lob”) has become a trend and while I’m usually not one to jump on board with beauty trends (especially when it comes to my hair), this is one that I happen to really love. I’ve found myself pinning image after image of gals with this mid-length look. If there’s one celebrity that has totally nailed the “lob,” it’s Elizabeth Olsen. That girl has amazing hair. Inspiration for myself? Maybe. I’m not saying I’m ready to run out and chop it off just yet but 10 years is quite a long time for the same cut and color…
What do you think of the look? Love it? Hate it? I would love to hear your thoughts.
If you look good with long blonde hair, always have long blonde hair. I cut mine twice once in high school and would never do it again. As for color, I tried dying mine after a break up in college. It made me feel even worse. Everyone I knew told me how much better I looked once I was back to blonde. Just my personal opinion…from one long haired blonde to another…
Love this look and have totally been toying with the same idea lately. We have pretty identical hair- long, very blonde and naturally straight- and I agree that it’s terrifying to consider a big change! My friend recently got this cut and donated almost a foot to Beautiful Lengths…but since they don’t take bleached hair, I’m afraid I’d hate it and not be able to console myself with the good cause.
Have you thought about slowly going shorter instead of doing the chop at once, Lauren Conrad-style?
I was in your exact shoes about getting this cut! For almost two years I debated doing it, but felt too tied to my long hair which, like you, had become my security blanket! I finally cut it off this past December, and I couldn’t be happier! It looks so much more modern and fresh! I’m so glad I took the plunge.
Do it! I cut mine to shoulder length in November after having long hair for several years, and it feels so fresh and well-kept. Now it’s getting close to this in-between length, and I like it even better. That cut on Elizabeth Olsen would look great on you!
I did it last year and IMMEDIATELY regretted it, seriously hated it to tears, and I’ve spent the last year trying to grow it back out. I would suggest that if you do it you go in between your current length and this “lob” thing so it’s still really quite long. You can always go shorter, you can’t undo it if it’s too short. It’s not growing fast enough for my liking still, and I still am not where I was when I cut it. Lesson learned for me.
I recently cut my hair to this length and I LOVE it. Super easy to take care of. I was worried it was going to turn into a static poof, but it hasn’t! Still figuring out how to style it though.
I am so tempted to chop my locks to get this look too! I totally love it!!
Love these pics – great inspo! Go for it!
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I was in the same boat. I had long hair forever and i had mastered how to style it, but I just wanted something different. In January I did the big chop. I showed my hairdresser something similar to picture 4 and I love it. It is so easy and versatile. I’ve already scheduled the next trim appointment. It’s fun to try something new and it’s just hair, it will grow back.
Same as you, I can’t fathom cutting my hair after growing it long for the past 5 years. The in between length is a tough time to deal with!
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I’ve been on this same fence for almost a year now. It’s so cute on other girls but I’m not sure I can pull it off. Before you make the plunge would you do a tutorial on your current cut? It’s kinda perfect and would be fun to try while I keep debating the lob. Thank you!!
Long blonde hair forever! The lob is pretty, but long hair always wins (:
My opinion? Long hair is passé. It almost looks dated to me. I think you’d look fresher and more modern in a shorter cut!
i’ve always had long hair too but ended up cutting a lob about a month ago after i realized i was getting serious hair envy from anyone who had one. i too was terrified of that “in between” stage and even specifically referenced that to my stylist! i have to say, i’m so glad i did it and after growing out for about a month now, i like it more and more everyday. it is the perfect messy bedhead and still looks styled even when it’s not. whereas my hair has always been healthy and looked good long, now it is much more of an accessory and i love that.
You might love it! You’re so tiny it might look amazing. I decided to grow my signature blonde bob out to a nice, long length a year or more ago.. Tons of compliments. Then after Christmas I could barely wait for my appointment to “lob” it and….I detest it. It’s not short and sleek nor is it long and beautiful. It’s just in between and very….bleh. Meh. Unexciting bordering on juvenile. But I’ve decided it must work better on skinny/supermodel/actress figures because (I’m with you!) the photos are so beguiling!! So maybe on your frame. Definitely not thrilled with it topping my hourglass figure. At. All.
I took the 6th photo to my hair stylist for my last haircut. I went from mermaid long (and scraggly) to three finger widths’ below the collarbone and have loved it. Since I asked him to cut the back in a subtle V shape like the one in the picture (“Not a 90s V,” I told him) it gives the illusion of more length without the maintenance. I’d say go for it!