SEXY BANGS ARE A TOTAL THING!
Get-gorgeous alert! Bangs are quickly trending again and the reason we’re loving the look now is that there’s a newer way to cut them that leaves you with a super-cool, utterly sexy style that’s got nothing to do with the bangs-and-bob style you had as a kid.
Ask any hairstylist, blendable fringe is in.
And since bangs are super-versatile and can be customized in length, shape and style to be flattering to your face shape and work with your hair type, there’s no reason not to give them a try. They’re the perfect way to change up your hairstyle without having to do anything too dramatic. Here’s all you need to know:
If you have curly hair...
To make sure you don’t end up with a not-cool poodle ’do, the key is for your bangs to blend in naturally with the rest of your hair. That means your stylist should add layers throughout your hair, creating a full look with lots of body. You should be able to seamlessly finger-brush your bangs across your forehead and blend them right into the sides of your hair when he or she’s done. And make sure that your stylist cuts your hair dry and with straight scissors instead of thinning shears. Thinning shears are a bad idea for women with curls because they end up making your hair frizzy and can potentially damage your hair.
If you have a straight bob or lob...
To get this look right, the fringe should go no shorter than at the eyebrows or a teensy bit above and—don’t forget this—should be slightly longer at either side so the bangs blend right into the rest of your hair. That small detail of having the longer, blendable length around the sides of your eyes is what makes this rock-star cool.
If you have long locks, layered or not...
Longer-length bangs cut so they’re not perfectly straight across, but much more like wispy fringe, are perfect for women who prefer natural-looking bangs or love a “shag” vibe to frame their face. This style looks amazing on those of you with wavy-hair, especially because you don’t have to worry about keeping your hair and your bangs perfectly straight; the little-bit-messy look is what’s so sexy.
If you’re still not completely convinced...
Side-swept bangs might be the perfect option for you! They are subtle and allow you to have the fun of the trend without the full commitment. As with all the other “new” bangs here, the key for making them sexy is to make sure they’re long enough to blend around the sides of your eyes and naturally into the rest of your hair.
And finally, some inspo to try the fringey bangs trend yourself!