Pinterest is your best friend when making an aesthetic decision. Do you have some celebrities with the fringe you want - like Zooey Deschanel's fringe that ruled the early 2010s, or Sabrina Carpenter's iconic blonde bangs? How do people with similar hair to yours style their fringe?
I didn’t visit a salon for a long time, so now looking back through my snapchat memories is painful. Fringes can be hard to get right without the right tools, so it's best to go to a hairdresser - they know what they're doing and what looks good! That said, if you’re looking for something cheaper you can try it yourself. Some salons also offer fringe trims for as little as £5.
Try to predict how your hair will act when it’s cut. Do you have cowlicks, frizz, curls, or pin-straight hair? How much volume do you think it will have? I didn’t really consider how my fringe would act on the days I couldn’t be bothered to even pick up a brush.
Styling your fringe is largely trial and error. Again, consider your hair type, and what kind of fringe you'd like. Most fringes benefit from rollers, straighteners, or blowdry brushes. While the Dyson Airwrap can be as high as £400, I opted for the Revlon Multi Air Styler at £49 in a sale. If you have curly hair like me, it can also be difficult to style a fringe when I'm wearing my hair naturally (I've been told I look like a poodle sometimes. Thanks mum.) but I've found the trick is a water spray bottle and some good finger coils.
Fringes get greasy fast, so wash your forehead often, avoid heavy products, or use blotting papers. Luckily, styling a fringe is quick, and investing in tools like blowdry brushes makes it even easier. They also grow quickly, so you’ll need semi-regular trims—either at a salon or by learning to do it yourself!
A fringe is a commitment, but it’s also a game-changer. If you’re thinking of getting one, I say go for it – worst case scenario? It grows out!