This story is from July 29, 2007

Pob it like Posh

Agencies / Jul 29, 2007, 00:00 IST

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Beckham’s best friend Katie Holmes - who has totally different facial features from Posh Spice - modified the Pob to create her own sophisticated look.

Beckham’s best friend Katie Holmes - who has totally different facial features from Posh Spice - modified the Pob to create her own sophisticated look.
Victoria Beckham, aka Posh Spice, recently cut her long locks and now sports a sleek and funky bob aptly called The Pob. Although the classic bob is timeless and has been around for many years, Posh Spice has added her unique twist and has totally reinvented the hairstyle.
Victoria Beckham’s Pob is an angled bob and is graduated at the back of her head with long, textured front layers.
The amazing thing about the Pob is that it can be uniquely tailored to suit each woman’s facial features and hair type. In fact, Posh Spice, herself, has tweaked her Pob look several times since she first debuted it.

The first version was closer to a classic bob with a sharp angle (short in back and long in front). Now, the back of her head is more of a shag with shorter texturised layers. With a few minor adjustments anyone can look as trendy and chic as Posh Spice.
Recently Beckham’s best friend Katie Holmes — who has totally different facial features from Posh Spice — modified the Pob to create her own sophisticated look.
Here’s how you can get yourself a Pob:

Schedule a consultation with your stylist.
Bring a couple photographs of Posh Spice’s hair style and have your stylist analyse your jawline and the shape of your head. Together you and your stylist will be able to adjust the Pob to create a flattering individual look.
The Pob is a versatile cut that can be worn for a casual lunch or vamped up for an evening out.
For those who are wary of cutting long hair, the Pob is a low-maintenance style and will not go through an awkward growing-out stage.
Depending on the your hair type, ask your stylist about the benefits of cutting with shears or with a razor. Generally, thick and coarse hair is easier to style if the layers are razor cut.
Do not try the Posh Spice hair at home! Go to a seasoned stylist who is experienced at cutting layers and texturising hair. You will spend less time styling your hair if you invest in a quality cut by an experienced stylist.
A 5-step way to maintain a Posh style:
Clean your hair with an appropriate product designed for your hair type and texture.
Towel dry and apply a styling-cream, mousse or spray-in conditioner.
Blow your hair upside down until it is almost dry. This will give you extra volume and body.
Then, use a round barrel brush and blow dryer to smooth out your hair and to add movement.
If you invest in a blow dryer with a brush attachment or nozzle attachment, this step may be easier, as you can simply brush your hair out.
Complete your look by pinching the ends and edges of your hair with some styling wax or pomade.
Mist to smooth fly-aways and for general hold. Or, use finishing silicone-based spray to add some shine and luster to your hair.
If you are concerned that the blow dryer may damage your hair, use a thermal-care product to protect it from the heat.
Use the hair wax and pomade sparingly, as overuse will weigh down or flatten your hair.
Use a silicone-based finishing spray to add lustre to your hair.
If you have wavy or curly hair, use a straightening iron or large barrel curling iron to smooth out your waves. Or consider getting a straightening perm.

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