24 Types Of Bangs For Every Face Shape And Hair Texture

How Do I Know if Bangs Will Suit Me?

Bang styles are as diverse as the faces they frame, making it less about whether bangs suit you and more about discovering the style that suits you best. If you're hesitant to commit, technology and tools are on your side. Virtual makeover apps can give you a realistic sneak peek of how different types of bangs may look (let’s give it up for AI on that one), while clip-in bangs offer a no-commitment way to experiment with a new-to-you look before making things permanent.

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What Haircut Goes Well With Bangs?

Think of fringe as an accessory that can elevate almost any hairstyle while adding some freshness and dimension to your look. Whether snipping bangs into an edgy pixie cut, layered bob, or cascading Hollywood hair, there’s a bang haircut to complement any texture and length. For some peace of mind when selecting the perfect pairing, touch base with your hairstylist. They can guide you in choosing the best types of bangs for your current (or future) cut and style.

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What Types of Bangs Are in Style?

All bangs are in style—it’s just a matter of preference and choosing styles of bangs that suit you and your current haircut. From polished blunt cuts to soft, tousled fringe, anything goes as long as it aligns with your personal style. If you really want to tap into the zeitgeist, some current hair trends with bangs we’re seeing are curtain bangs, airy wisps, and bold, choppy layers that pair effortlessly with loose, natural hairstyles.

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What Face Shape Looks Good With Bangs?

Chatting with your stylist is the best way to help you find the best bangs for your face shape and hair texture. Depending on your face shape, different types of bangs work wonders to create the illusion of a slimmer face, a stronger or softer jawline, a more narrow forehead, and so much more. Bang styles are super versatile, so it’s not about what face shape looks best in them but rather about what style bangs will best flatter your unique face shape.

Choosing the right bangs for your face shape

We’re not big fans of rigid beauty rules. However, here is some light guidance on the different types of bangs and how they can flatter your features.

• Round face: Opt for bangs that create the illusion of length and slimness, such as long, side-swept bangs or curtain bangs that graze the cheekbones. The vertical lines elongate your face to bring parity.
• Oval face: Lucky you—most bang styles suit an oval face. Consider textured fringe, blunt cuts, or curtain bangs to enhance this naturally balanced shape without overwhelming it.
• Square face: Delicate, wispy bangs or layered styles work beautifully to soften strong jawlines and angular features. These airier styles create a flattering contrast against a square face.
• Heart-shaped face: Curtain bangs or side-swept bangs are a great pick for this face shape: They draw attention to the eyes and cheekbones for a flattering finish.
• Long face: Blunt bangs are a good choice since they add horizontal width and visually shorten the face. Plus, they frame the face, making it appear more proportional.
• Diamond Face: Try soft curtain bangs or side-swept fringe to highlight cheekbones and soften a narrow hairline. These styles draw attention to the center of the face while creating harmony.

Let your stylist guide you in tailoring these bang styles to enhance your face shape, hair texture, and personal aesthetic.

24 Different Types of Bangs To Try

Trying bangs can completely refresh your look, and with so many styles to choose from, there’s an option for everyone. Let these bang style ideas inspire your next cut.

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Feathered Bangs

A nod to the ‘70s, feathered bangs bring a soft, elegant touch to any hairstyle thanks to their light and airy texture. They’re great for anyone who wants a fringe that’s relaxed and effortless.

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Blunt Cut Bangs

Blunt cut bangs are currently in the trend spotlight, and it’s easy to see why: Sleek, sharp, and commanding of attention, this style creates a bold focal point by beautifully framing the face while highlighting the eyes and brows.

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Curly Hair Bangs

Curly bangs are perfect for showing off your natural texture. We recommend using a touch of Mizani True Textures Twist & Coil Jelly to enhance and define your ringlets or spirals.

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Korean Air Bangs

Korean air bangs are ultra-light, piece-y strands that typically fall between the eyebrows and eyelashes. This understated style is ideal for those seeking a subtle way to embrace fringe without committing to a bold or heavy cut.

To help your wisps hold their shape, prep clean, damp hair with Biolage Professional’s Hydra Source Blow Dry Shaping Lotion before going in with your blow dryer and round brush.

Side-Swept Bangs

No worries if you’re not ready to commit to a full-on fringe—that’s what side-swept bangs are for. They softly frame your face and add some beautiful dimension. Plus, styling them with a deep side part can help create the illusion of a fuller head of hair.

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Side-Swept Pixie Bangs

If your high cheekbones are your most defining feature, a pixie cut is the ultimate way to show them off. A pixie cut with a soft side-swept fringe can delicately frame your best assets and help to make your forehead appear narrower.

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Wispy Pixie Bangs

Wispy pixie bangs bring a delicate, airy touch to the classic pixie cut, softening the overall look while maintaining its edgy charm. Their light, airy texture creates a flattering facial silhouette, adding dimension and elegance to your ‘do.

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Curtain Bangs

Thanks to their customizable nature, curtain bangs are one of the few looks that can flatter all face shapes. Parted in the center or slightly off-center, they blend like a dream into virtually any hairstyle.

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Micro Bangs

Talk about a serious dose of nostalgia. If you’re ready to take on a more dramatic fringe look, ‘90s-inspired micro bangs may be the switch-up you need. Just keep in mind that micro bangs can get greasy quickly since they sit right against the forehead. As such, reach for a dry shampoo like Redken Deep Clean Dry Shampoo to help sop up all that extra oil for freshness that lasts.

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Multi-Toned Bangs

Give your fringe a bit of punk-rock edge by experimenting with different color placements. Opt for a half-and-half look or a fun color block for a style that’s truly eye-catching. If you commit to a bold new hue, be sure to use a shampoo and conditioner formulated for high-maintenance hair color. We love the Matrix Keep Me Vivid system, which can help extend color vibrancy for up to 21 washes.

Piece-y Bangs

Piece-y bangs are a playful, textured option that lends a carefree, modern vibe to any hairstyle. They pair beautifully with layered cuts and natural curls, offering a soft, face-framing effect that’s feminine and chic.

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Voluminous Bangs

Adding a little curl to medium-long bangs adds instant glamour and volume. The result is a soft, romantic frame for your face that elevates both long and short hairstyles. Redken Stay High Mousse can help give your bangs some oomph when you style.

Shaggy Bangs

Full, shag-like bangs yield depth and movement in shorter locks. If you have wavy hair, amp up your texture with a formula like Matrix A Curl Can Dream Scrunch N' Go Defining Spray. This spritz, which is made with manuka honey and rose water, helps coax out hair’s natural pattern while protecting against frizz.

Tousled Bangs

Tousled bangs exude an undeniably cool, laid-back vibe thanks to their slightly messy, undone finish. Plus, they require very little styling commitment—all you need is a bit of texturizing spray like Pureology’s Style + Protect Texture Finishing Spray, and you’ll be out the door.

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Long, Blended Bangs

If you want all the perks of having bangs without the constant styling, opt for long, blended bangs that fall to one side of your face. This look is an easy way to dip your toes into bangs without getting a full-on chop.

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Thick Fringe

Luxuriously full and perfectly polished, this type of bang hugs the top of the face beautifully, drawing attention to the eyes and cheekbones. Whether worn blunt and sleek or softened with a slight texture, thick fringe just brims with sophistication and confidence.

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Flippy Bangs

We’ve been loving flipped-out ends, so it’s no surprise we’re even more obsessed with flippy bangs. Grab a round brush, a blow dryer, and an anti-frizz spray like Kérastase Discipline Fluidissime Thermique Heat Protectant Spray to ensure a sleek, polished finish. To achieve that sought-after flipped effect, turn your brush away from your face while you dry your bangs.

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Wolf Cut with Bangs

The wolf cut is one of the trendiest styles right now, and it pairs beautifully with bangs. This style is great for maximizing volume and texture on all sorts of hair types. For that tousled, big-hair look, try L’Oréal Professionnel Tecni.Art Volume Envy Extra Mousse. This creamy foam provides strong hold and wearable yet controlled lift without weighing hair down.

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Wispy Curly Bangs

Yes, you can have your wispy bangs and curly tendrils, too. To keep your curls in tip-top shape, use Kérastase Curl Manifesto Bain Hydratation Douceur Shampoo, followed by the matching conditioner.

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Bottleneck Bangs

A sister to our beloved curtain bangs, bottleneck bangs are slimmer near the roots and then fan out at the sides, seamlessly transitioning into a longer fringe. We love how well this chunky style of bang pairs with updos.

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Arched Bangs

Rather than being cut flat across the forehead, arched bangs follow the natural curve of the face for a slightly rounded appearance.

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Faux Side-Swept Bangs

Test the waters of a side fringe before going in for the big cut by styling hair into a dramatic swoop. To recreate the look, make a deep side part and then use a round brush to dry hair up and over one side of the face. Lock the swoop into place by spritzing with Matrix Vavoom Freezing Spray Extra Full.

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Soft Wispy Bangs with Long Hair

Feather-light wisps that delicately skim the brow bone are a perfect way to add balance to princess-length hair. To keep these bangs super piece-y, pinch small sections of hair together with a texturizing paste like Pureology Style + Protect Mess It Up Texture Paste.

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Braided Bangs

Overgrown bangs that fall into your eyes are practically a right of passage on your fringe journey, but fastening them into a tendril-hugging side braid is a stylish way to rein them in.

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