Why Curved Bangs Are the Style to Try

With the return of '90s trends, it should come as no surprise that curved bangs have made their way back onto the scene. This popular style of fringe is defined by piecey, wispy strands with tapered ends.

However, rather than sit flat across the forehead, these bangs (as their name implies) curve inward, at once creating volume and framing the face. To find out more about the season's It-bangs, including who they're for and tips for pulling them off, we turned to hairstylists Andrew Fitzsimons and David Cottenblanche.

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What Are Curved Bangs?

Curved bangs are a hybrid of curtain and blunt bangs, Cotteblanche told us.

"They are shorter in the front, starting in the middle of the eyebrows, and then curve out — creating a stronger, more defined look than curtain bangs," explained Cotteblanche.

Fitzsimons added, "These types of bangs are designed to resemble the curves of your face, with longer layers on each side of your face with the center being shorter."

Who They're For

Curved bangs work with all hair types, but both stylists especially love the look for those with naturally straight hair. 

"Long, straight hair can get weighed down, and curved bangs have the ability to shape the hair and add definition to the face," suggested Fitzsimons.

How to Style Curved Bangs

Fortunately, styling curved bangs is simple, so much so that you can get creative and original. 

"You can have these bangs look thick, wispy, voluminous, or straight," Fitzsimons said.

For a straightforward look, start by nourishing strands with a leave-in conditioner that protects against hot tools. Then, use a 1.5-inch curling iron to bend the bangs toward your face. You can also use hot rollers, leaving them in the hair for five minutes.

Finish by working a pea-sized amount of a glossing cream, such as Fekkai Brilliant Gloss Multi-Tasker, for added shine and to lock in your style throughout the day, instructed Cotteblanche.

What to Ask Your Stylist

Fitzsimons recommended coming in with visuals for your stylists when asking for curved bangs. This will ensure that you get exactly what you want — and a style that works best for your hair. For some celebrity inspo, he cited Kim Kardashian. 

"[She] absolutely killed the curved bangs look when she wore them with her hair half-up. It really helped shape her face."

You can also look to Taylor Swift, who Cottenblanche credited as the most prominent example of this bang cut, or Sarah Hyland, who, he said, has an edgier look that frames her face nicely thanks to this style.

If you want to give your stylist more direction, tell them you want a more defined haircut than a curtain bang.

Our Favorite Looks

Winnie Harlow adds some interest to her long, straight mane with the help of curved bangs. Not to mention, they also highlight her eyes and cheekbones.

With her messy updo and curved bangs, Kardashian is giving off Pam Anderson vibes. This fringe style works to perfectly frame her face while looking visually effortless.

To keep thick hair from feeling heavy, opt for bangs with a choppy versus blunt finish, like Swift did here. Just keep in mind that a full fringe will require more maintenance, especially if you've got wavy or curly strands.

One of our favorite hair muses, Camila Cabello, combines her curved bangs with Y2K hair tendrils for the ultimate face-framing style. This look is incredibly versatile and transitions seamlessly from day to night.