Curtain Bangs Guide: Style Them Long or Short with Ease!

Curtain bangs are the must-try hairstyle to be on the cutting edge of hair trends in 2023. Inspired by Brigitte Bardot and revitalized by celebrities and social media, this quintessentially French fringe is as beautiful as it is practical to wear. Whether short, long, or curly, discover how to achieve and style them based on your face shape and hair type. Finally, learn the right techniques to maintain and style them. Curtain bangs will hold no secrets for you!

How to Achieve Gorgeous Curtain Bangs

Curtain bangs are a long, thick fringe that sweeps to both sides of the forehead, like a real curtain. They are typically shorter in the middle of the face and longer on the sides. They look best with a middle part on long hair for a retro Brigitte Bardot effect.

How to Wear Long Curtain Bangs

If you choose long curtain bangs, you should give them a slightly voluminous effect so they don’t just lie flat on your forehead. To achieve this volume, style with a round brush under a blow dryer for added lift.

How to Wear Short Curtain Bangs

Short curtain bangs can slim down round faces and enhance the eyes. You can wear them sleek for a refined look or textured for a more relaxed, original style.

How to Wear Curtain Bangs with Curly Hair

Curly hair can also rock curtain bangs. To match the natural curls, cut them longer while the hair is wet so they spring up nicely when dry, blending seamlessly into the rest of your hair.

How to Wear Curtain Bangs with Medium-Length Hair

Curtain bangs pair beautifully with medium-length hair, particularly if it’s flexible. They frame the face and add a touch of irresistible modernity.

Which Face Shapes Suit Curtain Bangs?

While curtain bangs are increasingly popular, they’re not for everyone. They work best on straight to slightly wavy hair. You’re a good candidate if you have an oval face.

However, you might want to avoid them if you have a:

• round face as they can highlight the cheeks,
• long face as they can emphasize the face’s length,
• square face as they can accentuate the jawline.

What Haircuts Pair Well with Curtain Bangs?

What makes us fall for curtain bangs is their effortlessly tousled effect, achieving that polished yet effortless French look. They also soften the face’s oval shape and cleverly hide a large forehead. They are very low maintenance; a quick pass with a flat iron or a light round brush blowout will create the beloved carelessly chic look. They match perfectly with a bob (short or long), a high or low ponytail, and even a bun. Lastly, for upkeep, a trip to the salon to adjust their length and thickness as your hair grows is all that’s needed.