20 Easy lob Ideas for blunt Hair You Can Do at Home

Is your blunt lob feeling a little… blunt? That sharp, clean-cut line is iconic for a reason—it’s chic, modern, and incredibly versatile. But even the most classic hairstyle can benefit from a little shake-up now and then. The good news is that you don’t need a salon appointment or professional skills to give your look a fresh, new lease on life.

We’ve curated a list of 20 easy lob ideas specifically for blunt hair that you can achieve from the comfort of your bathroom. Whether you’re craving texture, volume, or just a different way to style that perfect line, get ready to fall in love with your lob all over again.

1. The Textured, Piece-Y Finish

Break up the solid wall of your blunt cut by introducing texture. This is the ultimate I woke up like this look that adds instant cool-girl appeal.

How to do it: Start with day-old hair or use a dry texturizing spray. Take small sections and use a flat iron to create random bends and flicks—some inward, some outward. Avoid perfect curls. Finish by running your fingers through your hair and gently pulling apart a few pieces around your face to create separation.

2. The Sleek and Polished Blowout

Embrace the sharpness of your cut with a super sleek and shiny blowout. This style highlights the precision of your blunt lob and looks incredibly sophisticated.

How to do it: Apply a heat protectant and a smoothing cream to damp hair. Using a round brush, blow-dry your hair section by section, pulling the brush down and under to create a slight inward bend at the ends. Once dry, go over it with a flat iron for an ultra-sleek, glass-like finish.

3. Beachy, Lived-In Waves

Soften the severity of a blunt cut with soft, beachy waves. This contrast between the structured cut and the relaxed waves is incredibly flattering.

How to do it: Use a 1-inch curling wand. Wrap medium-sized sections of hair around the barrel, leaving the ends out for a more relaxed feel. Alternate the direction of the curls for a natural look. Once all your hair is waved, run your fingers through it to break up the curls and apply a texturizing sea salt spray.

4. The Voluminous Flip

Add some serious ’60s and ’70s-inspired drama by flipping all your ends outward. It’s a bold, playful look that adds incredible volume.

How to do it: Create a deep side or center part. Using a round brush while blow-drying, deliberately curl the ends outward. For a more defined flip, use a flat iron: clamp a section an inch or two from the end and twist the iron outward, sliding it down and off the tip.

5. Accessorize with a Statement Headband

One of the easiest ways to change your look is with an accessory. A statement headband instantly adds a touch of elegance or fun, pulling your hair away from your face and highlighting your features.

How to do it: Place the headband over your hair, either right at your hairline or slightly back. You can leave your lob as is for a sleek look, or gently pull out a few face-framing pieces for a softer effect.

6. Deep Side Part Glam

Sometimes, all it takes is a change in your part to completely transform your look. A deep side part adds asymmetry, volume at the crown, and a touch of old-Hollywood glamour.

How to do it: Switch your part from the center to a deep side. Use a comb to create a clean line. As you blow-dry, direct the hair on the heavier side smoothly down, and use your round brush to lift the roots on the opposite, smaller side for maximum volume.

7. Half-Up, Half-Down Pony or Bun

This is a perfect style for growing out a lob or just keeping hair off your face. It’s casual yet put-together and highlights the length and bluntness of the back.

How to do it: Gather the top section of your hair, as if you were making a half-up ponytail. You can secure it with a hair tie for a simple pony, or twist it into a small, messy bun for a different texture. Gently pull out a few pieces around your ears and forehead to soften the look.

8. Wet-Look Slicked Back Style

For an edgy, high-fashion look, try the wet look. This style emphasizes the shape and line of your blunt cut like no other.

How to do it: Apply a strong-hold gel or a generous amount of styling cream to damp or dry hair. Use a fine-tooth comb to slick your hair back behind your ears, ensuring there are no bumps. You can leave it to air dry for a true wet look or use a diffuser on a low setting.

9. Face-Framing Curtain Bangs

If you’re feeling brave, adding curtain bangs is a game-changer. They blend seamlessly into a lob and add softness and movement around the face.

How to do it: Section off a triangular portion of hair at the front. Point-cut into the ends to create a soft, feathered effect. Style them by blowing them dry with a round brush, sweeping them to either side to create the “curtain” effect.

10. Messy Textured Ponytail

Even a lob is long enough for a ponytail! A low, messy ponytail is a quick and stylish way to wear your hair, and the blunt ends will create a cool, full-looking tail.

How to do it: Gather your hair at the nape of your neck. Before securing it with a tie, gently backcomb the crown for a little volume. Secure the ponytail, then pull out a few pieces around your face and nape. Gently tug the ponytail apart to thicken it and make the ends fan out.

11. Vintage-Inspired Pin Curls

Add some retro flair to your lob with pin curls at the ends. This creates a beautiful, polished curl that works perfectly with the blunt length.

How to do it: On dry hair, take small, vertical sections. Wrap the ends around two fingers to create a circle, then pin it flat against your head with a bobby pin. Repeat all over, let set for a while (or sleep in them), then unpin and gently finger-comb.

12. The Modern Shaggy Layers (Using Thinning Shears)

If you’re comfortable with a little at-home trimming, you can add internal texture. Warning: Proceed with caution!

How to do it: Take very small, vertical sections of hair from the mid-lengths to ends (avoid the perimeter!). Use professional thinning shears to lightly snip into the hair, removing bulk and creating internal movement. This is about texture, not removing length.

13. Twisted Crown Braid

A simple twisted braid along the crown is an elegant way to style your lob and keep hair off your face. It works especially well on second or third-day hair.

How to do it: Take a section of hair from the front on one side. Split it into two and twist them around each other, adding in more hair from the top as you go along your hairline. Secure it behind your ear with a bobby pin. Repeat on the other side for a full crown or leave it as a single accent.

14. The “Bumped” Ends

This late-2000s trend is back! Adding a slight bump at the ends of your lob creates a playful, voluminous shape.

How to do it: Create a low ponytail but don’t pull the last inch of hair through the hair tie, creating a loop. Gently pull the loop apart to widen it and smooth the hair over the tie. You can also tease the hair inside the loop for more volume.

15. Tucked-Behind-the-Ears Bob

This is the ultimate clean, minimalist style. Tucking your blunt lob neatly behind both ears draws attention to your jawline, earrings, and makeup.

How to do it: Simply use a comb or your fingers to smooth your hair back and tuck it behind your ears. For a more secure hold, apply a light-hold gel or wax to flyaways. The straight, horizontal line of the ends will be prominently displayed.

16. Crimped for Texture

Bring back the ’80s in a cool, modern way. Crimping just the mid-lengths to ends of a blunt lob adds insane texture and volume without looking dated.

How to do it: Use a crimping iron on dry hair, but only from your ears down. Leave the roots smooth. Once you’ve crimped all the hair, run your fingers through it to break up the pattern and create a more diffused, textured effect.

17. The Modern Mullet (Soft Layers in the Back)

For the truly adventurous, a soft, texturized mullet can be achieved by focusing on the back sections of your lob.

How to do it: Create texture and separation at the back by using thinning shears or point-cutting vertically into the ends to create a jagged, layered effect. Style with a texturizing paste, pushing the back pieces forward for a piece-y, disconnected look.

18. Sock Bun for Blunt Lobes

Yes, you can make a bun with a lob! A sock bun donut is your best friend here, creating a perfect, tidy updo.

How to do it: Pull your hair into a high ponytail and slide the sock bun over it. Tuck the ends of your hair under the donut and then roll the donut down to the base of your ponytail, spreading your hair evenly around it to cover the donut. Secure with bobby pins.

19. The “Undone” Bun

For a quicker, messier version, the undone bun is a classic. The blunt ends will stick out charmingly, making the bun look full and effortless.

How to do it: Gather your hair into a high or low ponytail but only pull it halfway through on the last loop of the hair tie. Fan out the ends and gently pull at the sides of the bun to loosen it. Use bobby pins to secure any loose pieces.

20. Sleek with a Hidden Accent Braid

Add a subtle, personal touch to a sleek style. A small, hidden braid adds interest without being over-the-top.

How to do it: Style your lob as you normally would for a sleek look. Then, take a small section of hair from the front and create a simple three-strand braid. Tuck it behind your ear and secure it with a discreet bobby pin at the back. It’s a secret detail that’s all your own.

Unlock Your Blunt Lob’s Potential

Your blunt lob is a blank canvas waiting for your creativity. From sleek and professional to textured and edgy, these 20 easy at-home ideas prove that you don’t need long hair to have versatile, head-turning styles. So put down the scissors (unless you’re texturizing!), grab your styling tools, and get ready to see your favorite haircut in a whole new light.