I'll be the first to admit that I'm a little bit obsessed with curtain bangs. There's something so chic about this fringe hairstyle, and I love how it frames your face and adds texture and dimension to the hair. That being said, I've noticed a new fringe hair trend taking over, and I'm not going to lie, I think it might be my new favourite. Say hello to "wispy bangs". I first noticed this style picking up at the end of last year, with the likes of Taylor Hill and Emily Ratajkowski giving it a go, Since then, I've been seeing it crop up on my TikTok and Instagram feeds more and more. There's something so effortlessly cool about this hairstyle, and I'm seriously considering giving it a go for the spring and summer months.
If you're not yet familiar with this fringe, let me give you a little context. As the name suggests, these bangs are a lot wispier than your standard block fringe. The hair at the front of the face is more feathered, often letting your forehead peek through. Although the shape does have some similarities to a block fringe, the scattered finish makes it appear a lot softer, which is why I'm such a huge fan. It's great for those of you who want something a bit bolder than curtain bangs, but also don't want a super statement hairstyle. Don't believe me? I've rounded up some of my favourite wispy bangs hairstyles below, so keep on scrolling for all the inspo...
Wispy Bangs Hair Inspiration
Remember this look from Sydney Sweeney? This feathered fringe has me running to the salon.
This fringe looks stunning with curly hair.
It works for both longer and shorter hairstyles, too.
So effortlessly cool.
This is the photo I'm showing my hairdresser.
A wispy fringe and a bob? Yes please.
Don't worry, it also looks great with an updo.
See how it makes a block fringe appear a lot softer?
The perfect look for spring.
The fringe, the earrings, the dress... I'm obsessed with everything about this photo.
Wispy bangs are a foolproof style for curly and coily hair —you never have to worry about them looking flat.
Proof that even those with super short hair can embrace the trend, too.
Products You Need to Style Wispy Bangs:
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A round brush such as this one is ideal for styling wispy fringes that stay perfectly in place.
If you have naturally curly hair, try drying your fringe with a diffuser to enhance the wispy look.
If you'd prefer to keep things straight, this mini hair tool from GHD is great for styling harder-to-reach areas like fringes.
Don't forget to add a bit of curl cream, too.
For a bit of texture, try adding some finishing cream to the hair.
Ask anyone with a fringe what their essential haircare product is, and I can guarantee it'll be dry shampoo.
Too much mousse will weigh hair down, but just the right amount will help to add volume and movement.
This story was previously published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
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