Especially when there are so many ways to wear short hair with bangs.

Here, rather than wear just any old lob, she goes for an edgier interpretation.

Francis explains, “The choppy bangs give another dimension to the choppy lob.

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To get her glossy tresses, he recommends Better Natured Shine Glaze.

Flat iron S waves throughout the hair for an easy day-to-night look.

Mullets are cool again.

Kerry Washington wavy lob with choppy bangs

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In good form, she incorporates layers for added texture and movement.

By leaving her hair straight on top, she emphasizes her coily bangs and mane below.

You’ll nail the perfect off-duty hair every time.

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“These bangs are blunt, but styled in a wispy way,” notes Francis.

Combine with layers to pump up the volume.

By just barely brushing the tips of the lashes, these bangs also effectively showcase the eyes.

Soo Joo Park blonde curly bob with bangs

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Bob With Ombre Bangs

Pictured: a flawless It-girl haircut on Sofia Boutella.

Thisombre styleachieves a color-melting effect of dark roots to blonde bangs, mids, and ends that is ah-mazing.

Work in some smoothing cream for afrizz-free finish.

Bedhead hair

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Tousled Bob With Micro Fringe

Micro fringes are trending, but are they easy to pull off?

The trick is balance.

And since it has a bit of length, you might play with ways to style it.

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It’s proof of how versatile a short hairstyle can be.

Shag With Thick Bangs

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Ciara’sshagwith thick bangs is effortlessly cool and edgy.

To emulate Zendayaor Halle Berrykeep sides shorter and retain some length up top.

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This will give you more room to style as well as highlight contrast.

She lets her natural curls do their thing a la a bob and bangs.

When paired with bangs, it’s an edgy, statement-making cut that removes bulk.

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This haircut works great if you havethick hairwavy or straightsince it will remove some weight and add movement.

We’re into how both a bob and bangs work together to frame the face gorgeously.

Case in point:Zoe Kravitz(who else?).

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If your lifestyle is go-go-go, you may be tempted by this cut since it’s bothlow-maintenanceand lovely.

“Finish this look with a texturizing product to create definition on the ends,” says Clarke.

Oribe Rough Luxury Soft Molding Paste to texturize and tame.

Alison Sudol textured A-line bob with micro bangs

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They’re low-commitment, fun, and totally DIY.

If you mess up, nobody will bat an eye.

Bouncy Bangs

Curly hair with bangs equals instant volume and body.

Cara Delevingne sleek pixie

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Ask your stylist for long bangs so they don’t spring up too short.

This time it’s his modern interpretation of the classic lob.

Piece-y side bangs and layers keep things fun and fresh, perfectly complementing thegorgeous gray color.

Nicole Richie blonde bob with long, wispy bangs

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French Bob

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Is Paris calling?

Francophile or not, this is a haircut that you will obsess over.

It is also great If you have acowlickand want to wear bangs.

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It makes any updo look chic and pulled together.”

Add layers for a faux-shag cut look, and it’s a major win.

Choppy ends and layering help her to achieve this style.

Zendaya

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“double-check the length is cut at the chin, keeping it layer free.

This minimalist cut exudes confidence and lets you show off your face.

They’re face-framing and flattering.

Yara Shahidi natural curly bob with bangs

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Sprinkle with flowers for added whimsy or yourhair accessoryof choice.

Since the color needs attention, Clarke suggests cleansing with Virtue Recovery Shampoo and Conditioner.

Her side bangs are low-maintenance and don’t get in the way.

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A subtle detail that makes all the difference.

Piece-y Micro Bangs

Does it get more low-maintenance than baby bangs and a pixie?

This will keep the ends polished and ensure the style remains precise.

Halle Berry curly bob with curtain bangs

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With super-straight tresses, try wearing a stretchy headband above the bangs, wrapped around the entire head.

This will keep the entire look loose and cohesive.

Jennifer Hudson pixie with baby bangs

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Zoe Kravitz pixie with barely-there bangs

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Shannyn Sossamon crop with asymmetrical bangs

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Choppy gray lob

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French Bob

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Taylor Swift updo with heavy bang

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Kiersey Clemons shaggy blonde lob with bangs

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Alex Chung chin-length bob with curtain bangs

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Katy Perry piecey platinum pixie

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Haley Bennett textured blonde bob with bangs

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Nathalie Emmanuel curly bob with side-swept bangs

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