As we welcome a new era in beauty, fringe haircuts circled back as the season’s latest hair obsession
“They’re just bangs! Sometimes, people cut their bangs when everything’s fine!” In the recent installation of Emily in Paris, the world witnessed Emily Cooper chop her own fringe to cope with her existential angst. It’s one beauty moment that is hard to miss. Shortly after, Nadine Lustre’s curtain bangs made a chic entrance on the carpet of MMFF Awards Night, while Kathryn Bernardo posted an image of herself on Instagram with a polished bottleneck fringe. And from there, it’s no longer a hint—the fringe season has arrived.
Fringe haircuts are transformative and versatile. After all, the category offers numerous iterations to complement any length, texture, and personality. Fringe requires commitment. However, with the right style and proper aftercare, it can be anyone’s beauty signature. There is more than one way to maintain the chic cut, but it should always start with you and your stylist. Don’t hesitate to ask for an expert’s help and recommendations on the best product and procedures.
RELATED: The Beauty Forecast: Expect to See These Beauty Trends in 2023
It’s a given that bangs are the most requested haircut of the quarter. Ahead, we explore the best celebrity fringe moments that you can cop for your next salon appointment.
Nadine Lustre
Nadine Lustre made a serious case for artfully draped bangs this season. In November 2022, the actress was first seen wearing the chic haircut in the latest installment of the Gucci Garden Archetypes, but a short time after, celebrity hairstylist Paul Nebres revived the fringe hairdo for the MMFF Awards Night.
Curtain bangs are universally flattering. Compared to traditional fringes, this cut is a softer and bespoke interpretation that can highlight your eyes and cheekbones. It’s simply face-framing and grows gracefully as the month goes by.
Kathryn Bernardo
Kathryn Bernardo welcomed the year with a nostalgic hair edit. In a recent post, the actress donned one of her early beauty signatures that perfectly suits her face shape. Standout detail? Her bottleneck bangs. It’s a look that combines Dakota Johnson and Lily Collins’ effortless cool-girl appeal.
On the other hand, the wispy, lash-skimming bangs are often defined as the hybrid between full and grown-out fringe that can be easily tailored to any preference, and cinched for styling. It flatters any length, but combining it with long locks can give a French Girl look.
Liza Soberano
Liza Soberano’s modern full fringe proved that it’s one of the most unrivaled statement haircuts in the category. It’s quite comparable to the soft grunge hair direction in Donatella Versace’s Spring/Summer 2023 collection with a nod to the clean and sharp bangs seen in anime shows.
It’s an ideal style for anyone who wants an editorial appeal without the dramatic chop. However, a full fringe only suits fans with longer foreheads or oval face shapes. Elevate this look with a hair color from the red spectrum that flatters your complexion the best.
Jinkee Pacquiao
Jinkee Pacquiao’s fringe update is the definition of très chic. At her husband’s birthday party, the influential personality debuted her take on blunt bangs and deep caramel-hued hair, which made her look more radiant.
It’s fair to say that this is one of the best hair moments seen on Jinkee that perfectly suits her elegance. Take a cue from this photo and add more definition to your fringe cut with highlights or balayage color.
Jennie Kim
Feathered bangs are synonymous with Korean stars, including BLACKPINK’s Jennie Kim. In a photo, the artist dons a long, see-through fringe that adds just the right flare to her look.
The haircut is inarguably one of the best face-framing styles to opt for and can deliver a subtle and natural contour. Similar to curtain bangs, it also grows out beautifully and can be easily styled.
Khloe Kardashian
In a recent photoshoot, Khloe Kardashian proved that a clip-on fringe is the easiest way to experiment with a different hairstyle without fully committing to it.
In an Instagram caption, she wrote, “I wore clip-on bangs for this shoot. It was fun to give a different look and not be committed. I am surprised with how much I liked the bangs even though they changed the shape of my face. Would you ever get bangs?” We’re definitely considering it, Khloe!
Anne Curtis
Anne Curtis’ chic bob is carried over to the new season. In September 2022, the multi-hyphenate star broke the Internet with the debut of her shortest hair to date.
Fast-forward to today, Anne edits her Amélie-meets-Mathilda French-Girl hairdo by getting creative with her wispy bangs. It’s the perfect cut for a cheekbone-skimming style and most ideal for anyone with an oval shaped face.
