Hairstyle comparison
Compare the Long Waves and Blunt Bob by length, shape, finish, maintenance, salon wording, and how each changes your overall outline.
Published 9 September 2026
The short version
The Long Waves is defined by long length shaped by loose, continuous bends, while the Blunt Bob uses a solid chin-length edge with minimal visible layering.
Both are rated medium for maintenance in this guide, so the stronger distinction is flowing and elongated versus precise and geometric.
| Feature | Long Waves | Blunt Bob |
|---|---|---|
| Signature | long length shaped by loose, continuous bends | a solid chin-length edge with minimal visible layering |
| Length | long | short |
| Shape | flowing and elongated | precise and geometric |
| Finish | wavy | sleek |
| Maintenance | medium | medium |
Long Waves
You prefer a flowing and elongated outline with a wavy finish and the defining feature of long length shaped by loose, continuous bends.
Salon wording: Ask to preserve the overall length while adding enough long layering to stop the waves from forming one heavy block.
Blunt Bob
You prefer a precise and geometric outline with a sleek finish and the defining feature of a solid chin-length edge with minimal visible layering.
Salon wording: Ask for a chin-length bob with a strong one-length perimeter and clarify whether you want the front perfectly level or slightly longer.
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