Contents
- 1 Rounded Baby Bangs
- 2 Brushed-Out Wavy Baby Bangs
- 3 Soft Baby Bangs
- 4 Cinderella Bangs
- 5 Blunt Baby Bangs
- 6 Classic Round
- 7 Bent Baby Bangs
- 8 V-Shaped Superhero Baby Bangs
- 9 Ultra Blunt
- 10 Moveable Textured Baby Bangs
- 11 Soft Blunt
- 12 Soft, Feathery Micro Bangs
- 13 Straight-Across Baby Bangs
- 14 Blunt Convex Bangs
- 15 Curly Baby Bangs
- 16 Concave Bangs With Serrated Edges
- 17 Choppy Baby Bangs
- 18 Short, Blunt, Classic Baby Bangs
- 19 Romantic Baby Bangs
- 20 Piecey Baby Bangs
The high-rise fringe is inescapable.
The high-rise fringe of a baby bang adds a layer of visual interest to any look. Unlike the softness from a curtain bangs or the structure from a blunt bang, baby bangs can lend a touch whimsy or edge, depending on the particular cut. The versatility and malleability of this micro trim is why the look is becoming more and more popular. There’s a style for everyone to enjoy—regardless of your hair type or texture.
- Megan Schnell is a Chicago-based hairstylist.
- Julie Dickson is a master stylist and founder of Manhattan salon Joon Drop.
Interested in getting the cut? Scroll through 20 fabulous examples on some of our favorite celebrities, below.
Rounded Baby Bangs
If you like the look of Danielle Deadwyler's rounded baby bangs that dip in the center, all you need to style them is a moisture product and a bit of hairspray or gel! For the cut, hairstylist Megan Schnell says a curly cut is perferct. "The hairdresser will cut your bangs dry, seeing the coil of each curl, cutting what is needed and then wetting with water to make sure everything is laying properly," she says."
Brushed-Out Wavy Baby Bangs
Solange Knowles looks fab with her brushed-out wavy baby bangs, and it's a hassle-free style that any curly-haired person can try. Dickson says to ask your stylist for deconstructed bangs that are "effortlessly chic and designed to be easily brushed into place for a relaxed, low-maintenance look." And for styling, she says it's best to let your hair air dry completely then gently go in with a brush for that softer feel.
Soft Baby Bangs
Have fine hair? Take note from Kat Ronney and copy her soft baby bangs! "The softer styling of these bangs can be created with a Dyson Air Wrap or a round brush," Schnell says. "Ask your hairdresser for bangs that cut to the hairline, and soften the ends so they are not completely blunt."
Cinderella Bangs
Cara Delevingne’s micro bangs have a tucked-under look with a soft texture, resulting in a style reminiscent of Cinderella! “To style, start by using a paddle brush and a hairdryer to smooth and flatten the roots for a sleek base,” Dickson shares. “If your hair is naturally wavy or curly, it will already have a charming bend at the ends. For straighter hair, use the smallest round brush available to gently create that flattering curve.”
Blunt Baby Bangs
If you're sold on getting baby bangs, allow us to introduce you to this blunt cut, as seen on Úrsula Corberó. "Ask your hairdresser for a blunt bang that dips in the center," Schnell says "It's best done with dry cutting and point cutting to add separation. This can be styled with a Denman brush and directing your blowdryer straight down to remove any cowlicks."
Classic Round
Classic round baby bangs will always be a good decision, and Lin Lin truly does it best. You want the tips of your bangs to be slightly above your brows and styled with a.subtle roundness that mimics the the shape of your forehead, creating a look that almost appears straight. "To style a classic round fringe, begin by using a flat brush while blow-drying, gently moving it back and forth to ensure the roots are thoroughly dried and smooth," says Dickson. "This technique helps set the foundation for a sleek look. Once the roots are perfected, focus on the ends, carefully straightening them to maintain a polished and structured finish."
Bent Baby Bangs
We're big fans of Katy Perry's baby bangs, and if you are, too, we suggest showing this picture to your stylist and asking for point cutting with soft ends.
V-Shaped Superhero Baby Bangs
Zendaya’s V-shaped superhero baby bangs aren’t going to be everyone’s cup of tea, but personally, we’re obsessed. We love how the V is bold and daring, resulting in a sharp cut. “Begin by applying a small amount of lightweight heat protectant to safeguard your strands,” shares Dickson. “Use a boar bristle flat brush and a blow dryer to smooth and flatten the roots, ensuring every strand is perfectly in place.” Finish off with some hairspray and you’re all set!
Ultra Blunt
Another baby bang look that works great for fine hair types is this blunt cut, worn by Paula Cariatydes. To style, "rough dry your bangs with a flat brush or comb and finish with a flat iron if needed," says Schnell.
Moveable Textured Baby Bangs
Winnie Harlow's moveable textured baby bangs look pretty incredible, and if you want to go for a similar style, ask for a sweepy, short, textured bang that "naturally falls about 1.5 fingers above the brows when dried with a soft wave," according to Dickson.
Soft Blunt
For a soft yet blunt baby bang look, we think you'll like Rebecca Antonaci's take on the style. "Ask your hairdresser for a soft blunt bang and disconnected sections starting around the center of your brow bone to shape the face," says Schnell.
Soft, Feathery Micro Bangs
Emily Ratajkowski's feathery-soft micro bangs are next level. To get her look, Dickson says to ask your stylist for "very short, feathery, slightly asymmetrical, unapologetically chopped up fringe."
Straight-Across Baby Bangs
To copy Sophia Roe's fringe, "ask for a straight, blunt baby bang that can be styled to sit at your hairline," says Schnell. We particularly love this style because it's super high up on the forehead, resulting in a trendy style that looks fab with all hair types and textures.
Blunt Convex Bangs
Think of the outside of a circle—the rounded part that's convex—that's the inspo behind Megan Fox's blunt bangs! "Ask your stylist for wide classic Betty Paige fringe, shorter on the edges with no graduation," shares Dickson. And for styling, be sure to have a blow dryer, flat brush, and thickening product on hand.
Curly Baby Bangs
Ruth Negga's curly baby bangs look picture-perfect paired with her round layered haircut. "The bang starts shorter in the midface and dips down near temples," Schnell says. "Create by using a hydrating leave-in product and adding products for hold such as mousse. Finish with a shine oil to separate every coil and define."
Concave Bangs With Serrated Edges
Serrated edges and bangs aren't typically something we would think of going together, but Joan Smalls proves if it's done right, it can look great. "A stylist should be asked to create a short round bang that is shorter in the middle, longer at the temples, and flat to the forehead," says Dickson, finished off with "heavy serration" to get the chopped-up look.
Choppy Baby Bangs
Anyone with fine hair is going to love the way Emma Watson's textured baby bangs look, and luckily for you, they're easy to achieve! "This can be created with a straight razor for separation," shares Schnell. "You can blow-dry the hair straight down and finish with a texture paste to add definition."
Short, Blunt, Classic Baby Bangs
One of our favorite things about baby bangs is that you can go as short as you want, and Emma Roberts did just that with her blunt style that's set about two fingers above her eyebrows. For styling, "start by using a flat brush and gently move it back and forth across the forehead while blow-drying until the roots are completely dry," says Dickson. "Once that's done, use the brush and dryer to straighten the ends and guide them into place."
Romantic Baby Bangs
Dream girl Zoë Kravitz rocks baby bangs in more of a romantic style, with a slight swoopy nature that rests high up on her forehead. Schnell tells us this is great for medium hair textures and to style it "with a round brush to give a soft bend, finishing with texture paste to add separation."
Piecey Baby Bangs
If you want a fuller baby bang look, take note from Krysten Ritter and go for her piecey style. "Using the natural curve of the forehead, I recommend sweeping the hair back and forth with a soft paddle brush and dryer until it's about 80 percent dry," says Dickson. "From there, let the remaining dampness allow the hair to playfully fall into place."