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Short, full bangs
A short, dense fringe creates a defined outline above the brows. Discuss its width and length with your stylist, especially if the front hair grows in different directions. It may need frequent trims and daily shaping.
Side-swept bangs
A side-swept fringe follows a side parting and can blend into the rest of the haircut. Choose a length that clears your eyes and works with the direction your hair naturally falls.
Curtain bangs: Length, hair type and styling
Curtain bangs are a parted fringe, usually shorter towards the centre and longer at the sides. The longer pieces blend into the hair around the face. They can be light and wispy or fuller, so bring a reference picture and discuss both length and density with your stylist.
Curtain bangs with short or medium-length hair
Match the fringe to the outline of a bob or shoulder-length cut. Long side pieces can blend into the front, while shorter bangs create a more visible separation. For combinations with a bob or lob, see our medium-length hairstyles guide.
Curtain bangs for fine, thick or curly hair
For fine hair, a smaller fringe section can keep more density in the sides. Thick hair may need a carefully blended shape to avoid a heavy front. For curly hair, take natural shrinkage into account: decide whether you want to wear the bangs curly or style them straighter. A cowlick can change how easily the centre stays parted.
How to style curtain bangs
Start with the fringe lightly damp and apply heat protection if using a dryer or hot tool. Direct the roots gently from side to side, then shape each half away from the face with a round brush. Use a moderate temperature and keep the dryer moving. Let the shape cool before separating it with your fingers. If using a straightener, the hair should be fully dry; curve only the ends rather than pressing the roots flat.
If curtain bangs fall flat or separate unevenly
Refresh the roots with a little water before reshaping. Avoid heavy conditioner or oil at the fringe roots. Use a small amount of styling product and adjust the parting to the natural fall. A persistent split or cowlick may need a different fringe length.
Full bangs
A full fringe has a stronger horizontal line than curtain bangs. Its density depends on how much hair is included in the fringe section. Ask your stylist to check the natural fall before choosing a blunt or softer edge.
A soft, straight fringe
A softer straight fringe leaves a less solid outline than a dense, blunt fringe. Keep the front section proportionate to your hair density; taking too much hair from the sides can leave the surrounding lengths looking sparse.
Long bangs
Long bangs can sit around the cheekbones or blend towards the jaw. They give more room for a parted or swept-back style, but may fall into the eyes unless shaped or tucked away.
Tousled bangs
A textured fringe works with the hair's movement rather than a perfectly straight line. The cut still needs to suit the way the hair dries. Naturally wavy or curly bangs may need a different length from straight bangs.
Bangs with a pixie cut
A pixie fringe can be short, soft or swept to one side. Choose it together with the shape of the sides and crown, rather than treating the fringe as a separate haircut.
Curtain bangs with long hair
Curtain bangs with long hair can connect to face-framing layers without removing length at the back. Ask how the shortest pieces will meet the rest of the cut. See our layered haircut guide for ideas on blending bangs and layers.
Bangs with glasses
Try your glasses on during the consultation so the stylist can check where the fringe meets the frames. A parted or side-swept shape can leave more space around the lenses; the right length depends on the frames and your preference.
Asymmetric bangs
An asymmetric fringe has deliberately different lengths across the front. Ask how it will look without styling and whether the shape works with your natural parting and growth direction.
Wispy bangs: A lighter alternative
Wispy bangs describe a light, separated fringe; curtain bangs describe a parted shape. The two can overlap, but are not identical. For the lighter finish, read our wispy bangs guide.
Before cutting bangs at home
A stylist can help you decide on a new fringe, particularly if you have cowlicks or curls. If you trim an existing fringe yourself, use hair-cutting scissors, work in small sections and keep checking the natural fall. Wet hair may look longer than it will when dry.
How to cut curtain bangs: What to discuss with your stylist
Decide where the shortest centre pieces should sit and how far the sides should blend into the lengths. Check the shape with your usual parting and consider shrinkage if your hair is curly. A stylist can assess the section size and cutting angle; a fixed angle copied from a tutorial may not suit your hair. For maintenance at home, trim only small amounts from an established shape and stop if the two sides become uneven.
Cutting wispy bangs: Keep the section light
The airy result comes partly from the amount of hair in the fringe, not just from trimming the ends. Adding more hair can make it denser. Use our wispy bangs guide to compare the shape and styling before choosing this option.
Choose bangs you can style comfortably
Take pictures of the shape you like and explain how you usually wear your hair. For shorter lengths, compare our medium-length hairstyles guide. Choose the fringe and the surrounding haircut together, with a routine that suits your day.
