The Best Haircuts To Pair With Curtain Bangs

If you're looking to bring a little something extra to your hair in a universally flattering way, then curtain bangs are one to try. The vintage-style fringe has made a big comeback thanks to TikTok. In fact, videos tagged with the term have been viewed a massive 5.3 billion times on the platform. But what exactly are curtain bangs? Well, the term refers to a wispy-looking cascading fringe that frames your face. They're a little longer than regular bangs and part in the middle, so they won't cover your eyes. Instead, curtain bangs tend to have a more sweeping look either side of your head, hence the 'curtain' name.

Although commonly associated with '70s styles 'a la Farrah Fawcett, curtain bangs are surprisingly versatile — arguably even more so than other bangs. There are several ways you can rock curtain bangs depending on your hair type and length. That's because long curtain bangs can easily be styled into the rest of your hair, or, if you want to try something different, you can pin them back. Equally, curtain bangs are more low-maintenance than you might think. So, with all that in mind, we're taking a look at some of the very best cuts to pair with curtain bangs, so everyone can try out this super flattering look no matter what your style.

One of the classic ways to rock your curtain bangs is with a bob. A curtain bangs/bob combo gives total French girl hair vibes, an aesthetic that has been trending for years. How short you go with your cropped cut is totally up to you, though a traditional bob is usually sits in line with the shoulders. Adding curtain bangs frames the face and gives the short style some movement, while being relatively subtle. 

Vintage-style haircuts were pretty much made for curtain bangs, and that includes the '70s-inspired shag. The flippy fringe is gorgeous over textured, wavy tresses. If you're going longer, make your bangs longer, too. That way, they can be styled more seamlessly into the choppy cut.

Curtain bangs don't have to be super straight. They're also great for those who want to embrace their natural texture. Curly curtain bangs can help bring out your cheekbones and frame the face. Though you may not be able to create the same swoop effect as you could with straighter hair, the curly version will add some gorgeous volume to your locks and give your haircut a little more structure.

If you've had your ear to the ground when it comes to trendy haircuts, you've probably heard of the wolf cut. One of the many animal-inspired cuts we've seen rear its head in recent years, the wolf cut is essentially a mix between a mullet and a shag. With its cascading layers and waves, this is the ideal pairing for swoopy curtain bangs.

One of the most popular ways to wear curtain bangs (which you've probably seen all over Instagram and TikTok) is long and with long layers. This aesthetic is all about curling the bangs back for a styled, swooped effect, as it gives you a glamorous yet effortless style that's easier than you might think to achieve. All you really need is to wrap the bangs around a curling iron for a few seconds, and you're good to go!