

Though they look best on those with oval and rectangular face shapes, curtain bangs are suitable for almost anyone, says Everson. But our experts disagree, saying bangs-and particularly curtain bangs-are actually pretty universal. Naysayers say they're hard to pull off and even more difficult to maintain. Meet Our Experts: Paul Labrecque, creative director and master stylist and colorist at Paul Labrecque Salon and Skincare Spa, Dani Everson, owner and hairstylist of Clementine's Salon and Founder of SkinForYou Who are curtain bangs best for? You've likely seen the style on the likes of celebrities like Jennifer Lopez, Dakota Johnson, Nicole Richie, Halle Barry, and Ariana Grande.


Typically, they drape in a way that the middle is the short point and tapers to each side, with the sides being the longest points, adds Dani Everson, owner and hairstylist of Clementine's Salon and Founder of SkinForYou.

"Curtain bangs are bangs that appear to open in the middle of the face and frame it like a curtain does for a stage in the theater when it is pulled open," says Paul Labrecque, creative director and master stylist and colorist at Paul Labrecque Salon and Skincare Spa. This sideswiping style is more tapered than blunt and splits open in the middle to frame the forehead. But if you're still buzzing with nervous energy about making the chop? Consider wetting your feet with curtain bangs. Luckily for anyone who wants to give it a go, experts say, when done the right way, bangs can look good on any and every hair type-from short and thin to curly and layered. Not to mention, it's quite the commitment-bangs take about a year to grow out fully! The style can instantly change your whole look. Getting bangs is a big decision, and one stylists field a lot of questions about when clients show up with bang inspo pics.
