Sadie Sink debuts the new bangs that we will all want this 2026 season

Posted on 9 February 2026

Many times when we opt for a new hair look it is because we close one stage and begin another. In this sense, it could be what led Sadie Sink to go to the hairdresser and opt for a different style than the one she had until now.

Professionally speaking, the actress begins a new path and leaves behind her character in Stranger Things (Max Mayfield) and this may have been the impetus for her decision; or Sadie was simply looking for a different image, and what better way than to opt for trendy bangs.

The actress has given her long red hair a twist and opted for very transformative bangs, which are the perfect choice to achieve a different image without resorting to more drastic hair changes. Therefore, as we always say, bangs are an element that works very well when it comes to giving a different vibe and you want to preserve the length of your hair.

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Specifically, it is a long fringe, styled like curtain bangs but much more sweeping and lighter. The actress wears it open in the center and with strands drawn towards the face that give it a more modern look and at the same time these strands function as a contouring natural.

The length of the bangs exceeds the eyebrows and lengthens asymmetrically towards the sides until it blends in with the rest of the hair. A very strategic type of bangs that when you put your hair up gives the sensation of wearing a short bob and looks very attractive. Furthermore, since the bangs are so light, they have a lot of movement and do not hide the look but do emphasize it.

To take the step with this change, Sink put herself in the hands of hairstylist Tommy Buckett, who did not hesitate to share the actress's new haircut. The absolutely ideal result, and one of the options to take into account when what we are looking for is to look different, with a fresh and cheerful result.

Olivia Thompson
Olivia Thompson
I’m Olivia Thompson, born and raised in Wellington, New Zealand. As a lifestyle and travel writer at Latitude Magazine, I’m passionate about uncovering stories that connect people with new experiences and perspectives. My goal is to inspire readers to see everyday life – and the world – with fresh eyes.

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