Full disclosure—we’re big fans of bangs. We think they’re a great way to style hair, but it’s also a hairstyle that’s difficult to get right. Whether or not you’ll look like a model depends on both the skills of your stylist, as well as you if you decide to wield a pair of scissors yourself.
But we also believe that bangs are something that everyone should have at some point in their lives (even if it’s to say ‘never again’ and grow them out). To that end, the team here at Bored Panda has gone all over the internet to bring you the most fabulous before-and-after transformations where women decided to freshen up their looks with a fringe. Scroll down, upvote your fave pics of these confident women, and be sure to let us know which hairstyles you loved the most and why.
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#1 Posted Here A Few Months Asking If A Shag Or Curly Bangs Would Suit Me… Well I Finally Committed And Thought I Should Post An Update
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#2 I Did It. I Chopped Everything Off And Now Rocking A Pixie Cut
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#3 Made A Most A Whole Back Asking About What Hair Cut To Do, Didn’t Want Bangs, Cracked And Got Bangs And I Think They Aren’t Too Shabby (Ft. New Glasses)
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Even though bangs are great, how they turn out doesn’t just depend on who cuts your hair (whether it’s you yourself or your trust stylist… if they’re even open during the Covid-19 pandemic). Some people naturally wear bangs better than others.
You have to take into account your natural hair texture, the shape of your face, as well all the small and minute details that make you, well, you. From your build and your body language to what style of clothes you wear on a daily basis. Lost and confused? Talk to a hairstylist whom you trust completely before committing to snipping off your fringe.
#4 Haircut Update
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#5 Got Bangs After Thinking About It For Months!
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#6 My Cowlick Has Always Been The Bane Of My Existence And Deterred Me From Ever Getting A Fringe. But I Was Feeling Impulsive Yesterday So I Grabbed The Kitchen Scissors And Cut Myself Some Bangs Anyway
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Oprah Magazine writes that you should be honest with yourself about why you want bangs: whether you actually want a fringe cut or if you simply want a change. If it’s the latter, you can always go for something that suits you better instead of going for a quarter-bowl-cut.
Bangs aren’t a one-and-done type of thing, however. They need a minimum amount of upkeep. Just like any other hairstyle. Shocker, we know! That means using quality shampoos and conditioners, as well as any additional materials like oils for your particular hairstyle. You know your hair best, so go for everything that you know works in keeping your hair healthy and you looking gorgeous.
#7 Decided To Give Bangs A Go. Turned Out Better Than Expected
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#8 I Got Bangs Yesterday! Growing A Sidecut Into A Possible Shag One Day. Thoughts About It Looks With My Face? Thanks!
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#9 I Posted A Bit Ago About Whether Or Not I Can Pull Off A Pixie – I Think I Can!
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Whatever length you decide to go for, bangs need to be trimmed around every two to three weeks. If you let them grow too long, soon enough you won’t be able to see anything around you (unless that’s what you’re aiming for because of how difficult the last year has been) or your hair will start curling weirdly at the ends. As someone whose sideburns start curling in a really, really bizarre way whenever they end up too long or I wash my hair, I feel this pain.
#10 These Are My Final Bangs
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#11 I’ve Pretty Much Had My Hair Like The Picture On The Left My Whole Life, So It’s A Huge Change For Me But I Kinda Love It!
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#12 I Took The Leap And Got My Hair Cut Off!
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Oprah Magazine suggests that you don’t cut your hair yourself. I feel like we’ve all done this at least once, though, especially during the pandemic (from buzzcuts and trims to bangs and ‘I’m-never-leaving-the-house-again’). Dove celeb stylist Mark Townsend told Oprah Mag that it’s very noticeable when bangs are uneven because they’re right above your face. So they need a professional’s touch.
#13 I Finally Got Bangs After Consistently Feeling Bad About Myself The Past Few Years. I Needed A Change. Here’s To 2021 And Finding My Self Confidence!
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#14 How Would You Describe The Haircut On The Right?
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#15 I Love My New Cut I Just Had To Share
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However, if you’re not afraid of experimenting a tad and you’ve got the self-confidence of a star, go for it! But in that case, if you plan on cutting your hair and trimming your bangs quite often, it’s probably not a bad idea to invest in some quality tools. Why settle for a pair of rusty and wobbly kitchen scissors when you can get something ideally suited for cutting hair? We know, we know, it’s the skill, not the tool that’s important, but why make it harder for yourself to look beautiful?
#16 I Have Covid And I Haven’t Seen Another Human In Over Two Weeks And Today I Gave Myself Bangs For No Reason!!! Nearly Cried When I Stepped Away From The Mirror
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#17 Took A Few Months To Build Up The Courage & Cut It Myself But I Did Pretty Well I Think
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#18 I Feel Like It Turned Out So Well!
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Townsend explained to Oprah Mag that most bangs work well with an oval face shape. However, if you’ve got a square or an oblong face shape, you might want to opt for A-shaped bangs or longer layers, according to the professional. Meanwhile, choppy bangs are the jack-of-all-trades and suit pretty much anyone and everyone.
#19 Bangs Or No Bangs? Getting A Cut Soon And I Can’t Decide If I Want To Grow Them Out Or Trim Them. Thanks For Your Help
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#20 Decided To Switch Up My Hair For Fall!
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#21 Before And After From Today!
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Celeb stylist Laura Polko on the other hand believes that heart-shaped faces are wonderful when it comes to matching them to any type of bangs. They’re also a youth-focused hairstyle, so they’ll end up de-aging you quite a bit. Of course, your wardrobe and body language both have to fit your youthful and energetic hair!
#22 Finally Got Bangs But I Don’t Know How To Keep It Looking Like This. Any Styling Advice?
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#23 New Hair, Done By Chair In Cork Ireland
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#24 I Did A Big Change Yesterday, I Look Like A New Person, And Feel A Bit Edgy
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Finally, here’s a very practical note: you’ll want to take extra care of your forehead after you get a fringe. Your skin might break out because your bangs, with all of the wonderful products you put in it day-in and day-out, will be touching your forehead. So exfoliate often and do whatever it takes to make sure your pores are open and unclogged.
#25 Before And After I Cut And Dyed My Own Hair Last Night; Not Sure If Bangs Suit Me, But That’s Ok
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#26 I, Among Many, Have Fallen Victim To The Quarantine Bangs
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#27 Took The Plunge And Got The Aquamarine Hair Of My Dreams
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#28 Took Someone’s Advice And Love It
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#29 Uhh I Cut My Bangs, But Don’t Know If I Should Leave Them Or Get Another Hairstyle
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#30 I Gave Myself Some Sparse And Shaggy Bangs! Yea Or Nay?
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What’s your opinion about bangs, dear Readers? Have you ever had them before? How did the haircut come out? Have you ever cut your own bangs? Do you prefer longer bangs or shorter ones? Flowy ones or very strict and rigid ones? Share your thoughts below!
#31 Fire Hair, Literally. Did It Myself
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#32 I’m Really Afraid My Husband Is Just Saying He Likes My New Bangs Because There’s No Going Back
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#33 My Valentine’s Day Gift To Myself
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#34 Shy Of 10 Months Of Hair Growth! (And -30lbs)
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#35 Taken 6 Hours Apart. I Feel Like A New Woman
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#36 An Overdue Hair Update! Living For The Ginge!
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#37 Would I Look Good With The Hairstyle On The Right? The Left Photo Is My Current Hairstyle
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#38 Wasn’t Sure About Cutting Off So Much Hair, But I Did It And I’m So Glad!
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#39 Chopped It All Off Today
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#40 I Finally Got The Shag Haircut I’ve Wanted For Over A Year! Now I Feel Edgy Enough To Throw Myself In A Moshpit Or Be The Quirky Love Interest In A Rom-Com
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#41 Cut My Own Bangs Out Of Sheer Boredom. Even If It’s Not Perfect I Like It
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#42 Went For A Change!
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#43 I Haven’t Changed My Hair For Years, And I Was Thrilled Today To Follow Suit And Really Change It Up
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#44 Before And After Fringe Bangs/Layers
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#45 I Have Always Had Long Hair, I’m So Happy I Finally Changed It!
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#46 I Am A Redhead Now Oh Gosh Hello 2021!
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#47 I Got Bangs
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#48 I Decided To Dye My Hair Black From Orange And I Got Some Courage To Get Some Bangs Too!
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#49 Enough People Told Me I’d Look Nice In A Pixie Cut That I Decided To Try It And I’m In Love!
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#50 Feeling Like A Brand New Girl
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#51 If You’re Looking For A Sign To Get Bangs. This Is It. I Love Them!!
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#52 I Went For It
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#53 Loving My New Bangs!
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#54 So I Just Cut My Own Bangs. Aside From The Fact That I Was Going For Curtain Bangs And Ended Up With Korean See-Through Bangs, I’m Not Mad
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#55 Did The Fake Bang Trick For A Rough Preview… Should I Get Bangs?
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#56 Gave Myself Curly Bangs
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#57 Might Get More Bangs
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#58 Got Bangs For The First Time In 10 Years
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