Taylor Russell on the Met Gala.

In keeping with Francesca Inverarity, a hairstylist at The Hair Bros, essentially the most requested bangs proper now are shorter cuts that skim—and even sit above—the forehead, together with smooth, wispy bangs that taper into longer edges on the sides. “One other in style type for individuals who are courageous is the micro-bang,” she says. “We’re drawing inspiration from timeless icons like Anna Karina, Jean Shrimpton, and Audrey Hepburn, in addition to present beauties corresponding to Dakota Johnson, Clairo, Taylor Russell, and Zoë Kravitz. It’s all about easy bangs with a nonchalant twist—styled but undone.”

Enduring favorites like sweeping bottleneck bangs, curtain bangs, and full, uneven cuts stay sturdy contenders too. Dakota Johnson’s immaculate bangs are referenced so much in salons as a result of they flatter virtually each face form and develop out superbly—a element hairstylist George Northwood, who works with Johnson, highlights as key to their enchantment. “It’s an amazing reference level,” he says. “It really works as a result of it melts seamlessly into the hair on the sides and grows out properly over time.”

What to Think about Earlier than Getting Bangs

Slicing bangs is not any small feat. The vast majority of them require upkeep and each day styling to look their finest, so it’s value pausing to think about what you’re signing up for earlier than getting them minimize. Whereas Kidman might have debuted her personal “breakup bangs” post-divorce from Keith City, do not forget that A-listers have full glam groups (and a set of wigs and extensions) to make sure each strand seems to be simply so.

Nicole Kidman.

Do you have got the vitality to type bangs day by day? Since you’ll must. “This may be so simple as a couple of seconds of repositioning or re-wetting and blow-drying which, when you’ve mastered it, can take round 10 minutes,” says hairstylist Tom Smith. “When you have sturdy progress patterns, like cowlicks or a agency half, it’s going to take extra ability and time to get it sitting proper.”

Your hair texture additionally issues. Finer hair might fall flat, whereas thicker or curlier strands can require further shaping and warmth. And since bangs sit instantly in opposition to the brow, they’re extra liable to oiliness, that means you may end up washing your hair—or not less than your bangs—extra typically than typical.

Zoë Kravitz.

Upkeep doesn’t cease there. “I additionally advocate eager about how typically you’ll have to get them trimmed,” says Northwood. “Sure kinds of bangs will must be minimize extra incessantly than others.” For those who’re set on micro-bangs however dread salon visits, that could be your cue to rethink.

The excellent news? A well-cut bangs type tends to look good because it grows out. “Most bangs will evolve into curtain bangs,” notes Inverarity. “So should you skip an appointment, it’s not the tip of the world—you’ll be able to merely benefit from the grown-out, softer, extra boho model as a substitute.”

Attempt Earlier than You Purchase

For those who’ve debated getting bangs, little question you’ve additionally agonized over whether or not they’ll truly go well with you. Whereas there aren’t any hard-and-fast guidelines, there are some tips value noting earlier than you commit.

“Usually, lengthy faces go well with fuller bangs; wider faces work effectively with curtain or lengthy, sweeping types; and sq. faces ought to keep away from something that sits straight throughout or elements instantly within the center,” says Smith. “As an alternative, go for curved, angled, or side-parted shapes—they’re softer and extra flattering.”

Dakota Johnson.

Rounder face shapes require a bit of further thought, provides Northwood. “A full, blunt bang can add width to the face, so a grown-out, longer bang is commonly a safer guess,” he explains. “And should you don’t have a very excessive brow, a deeper bang will stability and complement your proportions extra successfully.”

If doubtful, begin lengthy. Most stylists agree it’s higher to ease into bangs with an extended form—you’ll be able to at all times trim shorter later, however rising them out takes endurance. And for individuals who wish to strive earlier than they purchase, a clip-in bang affords the right low-commitment preview.

Elizabeth Olsen.

When you’ve booked your appointment, come ready. Carry alongside visible references—screenshots or pictures of types you want—to assist your stylist perceive precisely what sort of look you’re drawn to.

Find out how to Fashion First-Time Bangs

Begin when your hair is damp, advises Northwood. Tough-dry it downward within the route you need it to fall. “When you have a cowlick, blast it ahead with a hair dryer, then curl with a spherical brush,” he explains. For individuals who favor to forgo warmth, use a comb to form the hair because it dries naturally. “Don’t let it stick up,” warns Northwood. “As soon as it units that method, it’s exhausting to tame.”

Ayo Edebiri.

To boost texture and motion, attain for a light-weight, salt-free texture spray, which provides refined grit with out stiffness. For quantity or frizz management, a small quantity of styling cream could make all of the distinction.

And should you get up with askew bangs however no time for a full wash, merely mist them with water, reset, and restyle. “The important thing to any bangs,” says Northwood, “is to not overwork them. A lightweight-handed method is at all times finest.”