Victoria Beckham is ushering in fall with a fresh new look. On Monday, September 3, the 50-year-old fashion icon debuted a chic mid-length, collarbone-grazing bob on Instagram, much to the delight of her 30 million-plus followers. The family photo puts Beckham’s new hair length on display. It’s a noticeable departure from the longer locks she’s been sporting in recent months—and brings back fun memories of the bob the former Spice Girl rocked in the ‘90s.
Beckham styled her short hair in a classic center part and naturally tousled texture for an effortlessly chic vibe. And unsurprisingly, fans were quick to celebrate the Victoria Beckham Beauty founder’s hair transformation, flooding the comments with love. “Love your new haircut, Victoria!” one follower commented, while another added, “Beautiful shot of you Victoria…digging your hair!!”
Beckham’s haircut is an intriguing length—neither as short as a bob nor as long as a lob, but somewhere perfectly in between. To clarify the difference: “The primary difference between a bob and a lob lies in the length,” Matrix celebrity stylist Castillo Bataille told NewBeauty in an article exploring the decision to go for a bob (we’re biased, but we highly recommended the read). “A bob typically falls around the jawline or slightly above, creating a chic, classic look. On the other hand, a lob, or long bob, extends to the shoulders or just below, offering a bit more versatility while still maintaining the stylish appeal of a bob.”
Victoria Beckham’s New Mid-Length Bob
Beckham is far from the first celebrity to chop their hair into a bob, lob, or mid-length style this year. Countless stars have done so, including but certainly not limited to Sydney Sweeney, Zendaya, and Kelsea Ballerini. As celebrity colorist Marley Xavier shared with NewBeauty, a bold haircut can feel transformative, telling us that it’s a great refresh, “especially if your hair has been damaged or is looking a little tired,” the pro explained. “Bobs are timeless, can be extremely versatile, chic, edgy, playful, you name it,” he added. “They most definitely have that ‘it’ factor.”
What’s more, you can customize your bob to best flatter your face shape, hair type, and styling preferences. “The bob is easy to maintain and is very versatile,” celebrity hair artist Venner James told NewBeauty previously. “You can rock it in your natural curls or waves and even straighten it out. A layered bob will make thin hair look thicker and also give an instant facelift. It’s a hairstyle that serves you well.”
So, is it time to book your next appointment and join the bob brigade? Our vote is an emphatic yes.
