A shorter bob direction
If you are considering a shorter shape, show the position you like around the jaw or neck. Explain whether you want to keep the front and back at similar lengths.
Hair guide · Foster City
Bob or lob?
Choose your length.
A lob is a longer version of a bob. The names are useful starting points, but pointing out exactly where you want your hair to sit is more precise than asking for either label on its own.
Discuss your appointment
Where it sits.
How you wear it.
Compare references by their position around the jaw, neck and shoulders. Then discuss the shape and finish you like at that length.
A longer bob direction
If you prefer more length, show where you want the ends to sit near the shoulders. Mention whether being able to tie the hair back is a priority.
Outline and texture
A bob or lob can have different outlines and styling. Discuss a defined edge, softer movement or other visible details separately from the overall length.
Before your
appointment.
Use these details to plan your visit and discuss your preferences with the salon.
Compare like-for-like photos
Choose examples with a finish similar to how you normally wear your hair. Look for side and back views as well as the front.
Check practical requirements
Tell the stylist about glasses, tucking hair behind your ears or tying it back. Ask how the proposed shape would accommodate those habits.
Choose your comfort boundary
If this is a major change, point out the shortest length you would be comfortable with. Discuss an intermediate length if you are undecided.
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Book an appointmentFrequently asked questions
A few things
to know.
Answers to help you plan your visit to Bliss & Blade.
Is a lob a completely different haircut from a bob?
The term means long bob. Exact shapes vary, so describe the actual length and outline you want.
Will I still be able to tie it back?
That depends on the selected length and shorter pieces. Confirm this requirement before cutting.
Can I have a bob or lob with curls?
Discuss the intended finished shape and how you normally wear your curls. Confirm the appropriate appointment and technique with the salon.
How do I explain the photo I like?
Point out where the ends sit, the shape around the face and the finish. Our haircut communication guide helps turn those details into a clear brief.
Visit Bliss & Blade
A little time
for yourself.
Walk-ins are welcome. Open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Free parking is available for clients.
969H Edgewater BlvdFoster City, CA 94404