This year 2026 we will see how bangs are among the most requested haircuts. There have always been times in which bangs have been more present than others, and this year they return with great enthusiasm. One of the reasons is because now the hair styles that we will see the most are those that have a more relaxed air, boho and effortlessand precisely the bangs are a perfect element for this purpose.
In addition, bangs are very transformative without the need to resort to more marked or risky cuts. You can continue wearing the same hair and simply adding bangs will give another perception of the face. You will especially notice that the look gains prominence thanks to the natural frame that bangs offer and the features are immediately enhanced.
The experts have already spoken and they are clear that this year bangs are going to have a lot of prominence, although we will see different styles. According to Jack Lawrence, the artistic director of the Björn Axén brand, to the magazine Vogue Scandinavia: “Cutting your bangs is the perfect way to freshen up for the season as it completely changes the focus and focal point of your haircut.”
But not only that, but bangs can be adapted to different types of haircuts, whether in short haircuts or medium-length haircuts and of course in long hair. The important thing is to choose the appropriate shape, so that the bangs themselves highlight the features naturally and fit with the rest of the hair.
Curtain bangs
There are many bangs that we like and that we would not hesitate to get for even a minute, and one of them is undoubtedly the curtain bangs. This style fits so well on the face that it makes you look handsome immediately. It is a long bang that blends in with the rest of the hair and looks shorter in the center and longer on the sides. The expert emphasizes: “One of my favorites for next season is Brigitte Bardot's classic curtain bangs,” says Lawrence.
On the other hand, hairstylist Preston Anderson explains in Vogue Scandinavian that: “This 2026, start with something that frames and is soft. Curtain bangs and wispy bangs that frame the face give you room to experiment.”
Micro bangs
The bangs baby bangs It has had very good seasons and this year it is once again a very tempting option and one that we will undoubtedly see a lot of. It is true that it has been reborn at the hands of different celebrities such as Miley Cyrus and this season it will completely establish itself.
It is a very short fringe that leaves eyebrows completely clear and much of the forehead. It is true that it is a risky and imposing fringe but when you find the right style it becomes very flattering and stylish.
It fits wonderfully on short hair but also on long hair or bobs. According to Jack Lawrence, micro bangs are ideal for square or heart-shaped faces, since the texture softens the features.
straight bangs
Another bang that is a safe bet and super stylish is the straight bang that creates a very interesting contrast with the rest of the hair. We can be inspired by icons like Jane Birkin who precisely popularized the Birkin bangs. It is perfect for balancing the face, which is why it especially favors long faces or broad foreheads.
For this type of bangs to look perfect, you have to style them in the right way. According to the expert, drying must be done well from above to achieve a polished finish, with movement and reduce excessive volume.
Messy bangs
As for more fluid styles, we can opt for messy bangs that are perfect for giving a more natural and casual look to the hair. It can be straight bangs or something less symmetrical to give more lightness and movement.
Celebrity hairstylist Robert Preston advises asking for “a long, narrow cut with negative space. You want a little bit of skin to show through the bangs.” This results in less thick bangs, with a natural finish and more noticeable texture.
