BY: CHANTALLE DUFFIN
There’s no denying that bangs add an instant cool factor to just about any look. Whether it is wispy, mussed-up or thick, feathered or blunt-cut, the appeal of the humble fringe is clearly evident, having been seen sported on IT-girls all throughout history.
Now with bangs coming back in a major way this season, there is no better time to go for the chop. Plus, it is a well-known fact that if you are after a timeless and statement style or a serious personal style transformation, bangs are the only way to go!
Still feeling hesitant? We’ve compiled 13 of the most iconic bangs of all time to help get you inspired for your next cut.
#1 – Audrey Hepburn
While just about everything to do with Audrey Hepburn’s look is iconic, her ability to rock micro bangs with super chic ease is especially noteworthy, and an essential component of Audrey Hepburn’s style. Paired with her strong brow and doe eyes, her look has gone on to inspire perfectly styled bangs even till this day.
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#2 – Brigitte Bardot
No one in history has pulled off effortless bangs quite like Bridget Bardot has. Bridget was known to softly part her bangs down the middle or sweep them to the side. Combined with her classic bodyshape swimwear, Brigitte’s gorgeous long, face-framing bangs are seductive and timelessly sexy.
#3 – Zooey Deschanel
Arguably one of the best-known celebrity bangs of the past few years, Zooey Deschanel’s signature fringe on the hit TV series, New Girl gave us serious bang envy.
#4 – Jean Shrimpton
One of the many style icons of the 60s, English model Jean Shrimpton often donned a piecey fringe that swept across the top of her brows with a bouncy blowout.
#5 – Christy Turlington
Looking fresh, girly and softly romantic, Supermodel Christy Turlington adopted this unexpected Audrey-esque fringe back in the 90s – and nails it.
#6 – Farrah Fawcett
Farrah Fawcett’s voluminous, blown-out hair with her signature fringe single-handedly defined THE hairstyle of the 70’s – inspiring everyone and anyone to follow suit.
#7 – Uma Thurman
The straight, shiny bangs Uma Thurman adopted as Mia Wallace in Pulp Fiction defined an entire generation of cool, vampy lookalikes.
#8 – Jane Birkin
When we think bangs, we automatically think Jane Birkin and her legendary wispy and carelessly flawless bangs. Naturally, you would expect nothing less from the woman who inspired Hermes’ Birkin Bag.
#9 – Freja Beha Erichsen
Fashion muse and Danish model Freja Beha Erichsen gives a whole new meaning to effortless style with this textured and choppy do. If only our bed hair look could look this good!
#10 – Kate Moss
While these blunt bangs are not Kate Moss’ first foray into bangs territory, they are arguably her best. Tousled, eye-grazing and paired with golden hued layers, they create a solid argument for bringing bangs back in full force.
#11 – Anna Wintour
If the most influential woman in fashion gives her nod of approval to a full fringe, who are we to argue? Fun fact: Anna Wintour’s signature bob-and-bangs combo has remained unaltered since the age of 15.
#12 – Alexa Chung
What would a list about bangs be without Alexa Chung? With soft layers and mussed-up texture, everything about Ms Chung’s fringe is on point. We are also loving Olivia Palermo’s best hair moments, check 25 of them here.
#13 – Suki Waterhouse
Channelling a 1960s vibe with her heavy bangs and bold bushy brows, we adore this fringe on Suki Waterhouse. If you’re looking for more cutting edge bang styles, check out the 4 key hair trends for summer.
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