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Getting bangs is a beauty statement that can transform any hairstyle.
Although they sometimes get a bad rap, bangs can be tailored to fit allhair typesand facial features.
So many haircuts can look amazing with a fringe, hairstylist Alissa Jones tells Byrdie.
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They can be styled in a variety of ways depending on your desired result ormaintenance.
Meet the Experts
Alissa Jonesis a hairstylist based in New York City.
Ashley Streicheris a hairstylist, the co-founder ofSTRIIIKE, and a R+Co.
@kimkardashian
Adam Livermoreis a hairstylist and Oribe artist based in New York City.
Jones recommends asking questions aboutstyling, trimming, and what the best cut is to compliment your face.
Here are some examples.
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Wear your fringe slightly parted on one side for a casual everyday look.
Plus, it’ll add tons of body and volume to your hair.
Fringe With Benefits
@chrisappleton1
Jennifer Lopez’s bangs add dimension to a straight hairstyle.
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Her fringe was cut with a “feathered” effect to give it a soft fall below the eyes.
We like to think of this as a fringe with benefits.
Use a brush to help lift the bangs and give them your desired result.
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Low-Maintenance Fringe
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Maintenance is often a concern for those considering getting bangs.
Olivia Rodrigo’slong curtain bangsare the perfect example of a flattering length that doesn’t require frequent trims.
Here, she sports curvedbaby bangsand jet-black hair inspired by 1950s Rockabilly style.
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Timeless Fringe
@juliaroberts
Has Julia Roberts ever had a bad hair day?
Because we can’t seem to think of one.
Every style she’s ever worn, including this 1970s-inspired fringe, is a timeless look.
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Carefree Wisps
Dua Lipa’s bangs are doing it all here.
They’re wispy, they’re gradient, and they’re perfectly tousled.
Side-Swept Micro Bang
Yes, micro bangs can still be styled in a side sweep.
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Use a repairing conditioner treatment like K18Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Maskto keep bleached hair moisturized.
Top Knotch Knot
@gregoryrussellhair
Lily Collins' knows how to match her hair to her ensemble.
A tight ballerina bun stands in perfect contrast to long face-framing bangs and delicately embroidered dress.
Bouncy Bangs
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Yara Shahidi’s natural texture is the perfect palette for a longer fringe.
Keep your hair moisturized to ensure your bangs remain bouncy and your curls defined.
Use a stronghold gel to seal your ends for a clean finish.
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Byrdie Tip
Ask your stylist to have bangs taper slightly at the ends for a softer look.
Curly Hair With Short Bangs
Curly-haired girls can wear bangs, too.
Rather than getting ablunt cutstraight across, have your stylist cut vertically so that your fringe is feathered.
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Afro With Bangs
Logan Browning’s gorgeous afro is full of timeless glamour.
Use nourishinghair oiland dry your strands using a diffuser to set your curls and keep them defined.
But on the red carpet, her loose curls and blended bangs are the main characters themselves.
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Here, she wearsblunt bangscut between the brow bone and the eyes with longer strands framing her face sparsely.
This look is ideal for those with stick-straight hair.
Baby Bangs
“I’m obsessed with Rooney Mara’s fringe,” Jones says.
We couldn’t agree more.
Mara’s baby bangs look especially flattering when paired with a pixie and secured with aheadband.
Use pomade or hair gel for a sleek ponytail and to help secure your side part.
1960s-Style Bangs
Heidi Klum’s vintage bangs are reminiscent ofBrigitte Bardot’s ’60s signature updo.
1950s-Style Bangs
Laura Harrier’s Audrey Hepburn-inspired look is an Old Hollywood classic.
“Remember Mia fromPulp Fiction?”
@tiamowry
Here, Rumer Willis kicks it up a notch with straight blunt ends.
Layered and Structured Bangs
Got thin hair?
However, it can be worth it because bangs can totally change the geometry of a face."
@bellahadid
Futuristic Bangs
Zendaya has worn all styles of bangs throughout her style evolution.
Half-Up, Half-Down With Bangs
Zooey Deschanel is known for her signature bangs.
Here she wore a style inspired by the 1960s with a parted fringe.
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Point-Cut Fringe
Bangs on thicker hair may give your strands a heavy look.
Ask your stylist about using thinning shears to remove some of the bulk.
Here, Shay Mitchell wears a fringe featuring a delicately pointed cut.
@yarashahidi
Ciara’s shag is very chic with some added bangs and rounded layers, which frame her face perfectly.
To recreate this look, use ElevenDry Finish Texture Spray.
Use a texturizing spray to help achieve a casual and wonderfully lived-in look.
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Use GhdOriginal Styler 1" Flat Ironto loosely smooth your strands.
To style the look, use a small flat iron at the root to keep the look sleek andfrizz-free.
Thick and Swept-to-the-Side Bangs
Bangs can also be cut on thicker hair types.
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Grow them longer and style them to the side for a 2000s-inspired look like Jennifer Hudson’s.
Asymmetric Bangs
Halle Berry’s asymmetric bangs pair perfectly with her long and voluminous hair.
Pixie With Bangs
Michelle Williams’s classic chop featuresasymmetric bangsfor an edgy take on the look.
“If you have a smaller forehead, long bangs can make it appear longer,” Livermore says.
Spritz a texturizing spray before tousling.
To achieve the look, Streicher recommends using R+Co.BalloonDry Volume Spray.
Angled bangs help accentuate features such as the cheekbones or the lips.
Slicked Down Bangs
Calling all wavy textures, Miley’sslicked down fringecan be achieved using hair gel.
Air dry your hair and add a nourishing hair oil to avoid dryness and help set the look.
