Okay, you got a little scissor-happy while cutting your own fringe. It’s happened to the best of us. You don’t need to keep your webcam off from now on, just work with it. Listen, repeat after me, “No, it wasn’t an accident, I was experimenting with baby bangs – its a fully-fledged hairstyle in its own right, you know?”. Very good.
Baby bangs are like the cooler sister of the classic fringe (the sister that wears your dad’s old blazers and looks androgynous and edgy). Baby bangs also look arguably better wonky than perfectly straight which is pretty darn perfect when we’re DIY-ing it. Cutting upwards into the ends will give you that choppy edge.
An all-one-length bang looks harsher (that’s not necessarily a bad thing, by the way) while keeping a little more length at the sides frames the face. The shorter length opens up the face and draws the attention upwards. Strong brows are non-negotiable, for obvious reasons. Here’s some inspiration.
By Beth Ludolf
FAQs
What are baby bangs and how do they look?
Baby bangs are a shorter, edgier version of a classic fringe that look androgynous and cool. They sit higher on the forehead, open up the face and make strong brows stand out. Baby bangs often look even better if they are a little uneven or choppy.
How can you fix a wonky fringe after cutting it yourself?
You can embrace a slightly uneven look, since baby bangs actually look great a bit wonky. Cutting upwards into the ends creates a choppy edge and hides minor mistakes. This approach is perfect for DIY haircuts and takes the pressure off getting a super straight finish.
Do baby bangs suit all face shapes?
Baby bangs tend to flatter most face shapes as the shorter length draws attention upwards. Leaving a little more length at the sides can help frame your face and soften the style. Their versatility means they can be adapted to work for many people.
How should you style your brows with baby bangs?
Strong brows are essential with baby bangs to balance the bold look. Defined brows help draw attention and complete the androgynous, edgy vibe. This combination makes the hairstyle stand out even more.