Nothing transforms your appearance as rapidly as a new pair of bangs. Whether you’re a veteran bangs wearer trying to switch up your appearance or a total rookie cutting your first fringe, bangs may deliver a complete alteration in only a few snips.
Bang trends come and go; just ask anyone who had sky-high, teased-up “mall bangs” in the 1980s. Some designs, like as a traditional straight-across bang or a low-maintenance curtain bang, are timeless, while others come and go every few years. And, contrary to popular belief, there is a bang style for everyone—just ask your stylist to help you find it!
Before the scissors begin trimming and slicing, talk with your stylist about a few distinct bang-related discussion topics to find your ideal fringe. According to Matt Swinney, a Redken ambassador and co-owner of Evolution Salon in Minneapolis, you should begin by discussing your styling habits and lifestyle. Do you mind doing a little styling each day, or do you prefer a more hands-off approach? Do you work out every day and become really sweaty? Is this bang style suitable for your face shape and hair texture? In addition, ask your stylist about the frequency of bang trims; can you schedule more frequent salon visits to keep the style?
Curtain bangs are the ideal “starter bang” since they are longer and may be brushed to the side, so if you chop bangs and realize, “Oops!” This is totally not me,” the maturation process is a little simpler. Curtain bangs, according to Swinney, “open up the face” since they do not completely cover the forehead; they are usually divided in the center, similar to curtains on either side of a window.
“They’re somewhat low-maintenance and grow out gracefully, and they’re versatile and flattering on many face shapes,” according to Swinney. While he adds that curtain bangs are a “universal safe bet” for most face types, they look especially well on oval, round, and square shapes.
On oval faces, curtain bangs “enhance symmetry without overpowering features,” while vertical lines and center parting help extend round face shapes. A feathery, layered method “softens angular jawlines” on a square facial shape.
So cute! Bunny bangs are a great method to experiment with layers because they’re often trimmed straight across and paired with longer layers at the edges to highlight your face. Softness is essential here, as bunny bangs’ appeal stems from their lightweight, airy nature. Bunny bangs may be modified to fit any face shape, but they look especially good on a heart-shaped face since they highlight cheekbones and facial structure.
Who knows. If you like bunny bangs enough, you might want to try a bolder hime or jellyfish cut.
