Not Ready for the Chop? Try Extensions or Faux Bangs Instead!
If you’re eager to experiment with bangs but not quite ready to commit to the scissors, don’t worry—we’ve got the perfect solution for you! You can achieve the look of bangs without the permanence by using hair extensions or creating faux bangs. These clever alternatives allow you to test-drive the style, switch it up whenever you want, and avoid the maintenance that comes with real bangs.
Option 1: Hair Extensions
Hair extensions are a fantastic way to add volume, length, or in this case, bangs! Clip-in bang extensions are specifically designed to mimic the appearance of real bangs and can be easily styled to suit your look. Here’s why they’re a great choice:
- Customizable: Choose from different lengths, textures, and colors to match your hair perfectly.
- Temporary: Remove them whenever you want to go back to your natural look.
- Low Commitment: No need to worry about trimming or growing out bangs—just take them out when you’re done!
Option 2: Faux Bangs
If you’d rather work with your own hair, faux bangs are an easy and creative way to fake the look. Simply section off a piece of hair from the front of your head, twist or braid it, and pin it back to create the illusion of bangs. This technique works especially well for those with longer hair and allows you to play around with different styles without making any permanent changes.
Why Go Faux?
- No Damage: Avoid cutting your hair or dealing with awkward grow-out phases.
- Versatility: Switch between having bangs and going bang-free depending on your mood or occasion.
- Budget-Friendly: Faux bangs and clip-in extensions are often more affordable than a trip to the salon.
Whether you’re unsure about committing to real bangs or just love the flexibility of trying new styles, these solutions are perfect for achieving the trendy curtain bang or sleek fringe look you desire. So, embrace the versatility of extensions or get creative with faux bangs—it’s the ultimate no-commitment way to elevate your hairstyle!
Wondering how to style the bangs, you will find a way here. You’ll need elastic bands, pins, or clips. But you will also need a curler.
- First, tie your hair in a high ponytail. Then, tie the remainder of the pony into a bun, messy or sleek. Leave the ends undone. Secure the bun.
- Then, take the ends, and using the pins, fix it at the front of your head. Curl them if you want.
- Fluff up your hair.
How To Maintain Your Hair
- Wash it every alternate day with a shampoo that works well for your hair.
- Apply a heat protectant on clean, damp hair (even the bangs) to prevent heat damage and get silky-smooth strands.
- Trim it every three weeks; fringe hair tends to grow more.
- Oil it for nourishment regularly. Oil your hair with warm oil and keep it on your hair for an hour before you wash it.
Always wash your face before styling your bangs because the oils on your forehead may cause your bangs to separate.
Now, let’s get to it! Here are the 55 best long hairstyles with bangs for women.
1. Curtain Bangs
Curtain Bangs: The Flattering Style That Suits Round and Oval Faces
If you’re looking for a hairstyle that enhances your facial features while adding a touch of effortless elegance, curtain bangs are the perfect choice. This versatile trend has taken the hair world by storm, and for good reason—it works beautifully on round and oval face shapes by drawing attention to the eyes and cheekbones, creating a slimmer and more balanced appearance.
Curtain bangs are characterized by their soft, parted layers that frame the face like a curtain (hence the name). They add dimension and highlight your best features without overwhelming your look. For inspiration, look no further than Dakota Johnson, who has mastered this style with her signature laid-back yet polished vibe. Her curtain bangs effortlessly complement her oval face, accentuating her cheekbones and bringing focus to her striking eyes.
Why Curtain Bangs Work So Well
- For Round Faces: The parted, face-framing layers elongate the face, giving it a slimmer and more defined appearance.
- For Oval Faces: Curtain bangs enhance natural symmetry, drawing attention to the cheekbones and eyes while maintaining balance.
- Low Maintenance: Unlike traditional blunt bangs, curtain bangs grow out gracefully and require minimal upkeep.
- Versatility: They suit virtually all hair types and lengths, from short bobs to long waves, and can be styled straight, wavy, or tousled for a more casual look.
Whether you’re aiming for a chic, sophisticated style or something more relaxed and carefree, curtain bangs offer endless possibilities. Take a cue from Dakota Johnson and embrace this timeless trend to elevate your look while celebrating your unique features!
2. Long Hair With Barely-There Bangs
If you want to sport a minimal-chic look, go for barely-there bangs. It is a versatile hairstyle that adds volume and structure to your hair without making any major changes to your look. These light bangs create a light and flirty aesthetic.
3. Rainbow Bangs
Think bright and colorful! Go for rainbow bangs to score high on the style quotient. It’s certainly a look that will turn heads wherever you go!
4. Brown Ombre Hair With Baby Bangs
If you are minimalistic at heart, then take the less-is-more route by going for a hairdo accented by brown shades. The best part is that they look pretty natural and sexy at the same time! When combined with baby bangs, it looks absolutely stunning!
5. Long Hair With Micro Bangs
Want to take your bangs a notch higher? If yes, then try micro bangs. They end almost an inch above your eyebrows and are the perfect fusion between retro and contemporary that you will ever see! This hairstyle is perfect for an oval face as they complement the natural features of the face.
6. Long Hair With Side Bangs
Rock messy hair with side bangs. This look is playful and adds definition to your face. This is one of the best long layered haircuts with bangs.
7. Long Layers With Side Bangs
Long layered hair with bangs gives the face a slightly longer look. Perfect if you have a round face and still want straight bangs.
8. Long Layered Hair With Side Swept Bangs
Long layered haircuts with bangs are a deadly combo! Stun with this long layers and side swept bangs. The bangs will add a choppy edge look to the layers.
9. The Emo Bangs
At some point we all knew a person who had this haircut (or like me, I was this person). Choppy, uneven layered long hair with side swept bangs paired with some black eyeliner is the quintessential punk rockstar look.
10. Short Bangs On Long Hair
Short bangs are straight cut center bangs that reach mid-forehead. Short bangs, or baby bangs, bring more focus to the forehead and the shape of your face. Hence, not everyone can pull off this look. If you have a round or a heart-shaped face, it’s best to avoid this cut. People with oval faces can pull this look off best.
11. Long Straight Colored Hair With Bangs
If you’re looking to change up your look, try this look. The red bangs accentuate your skin tone and eye color. This is a fun way to experiment with your color and cut. Try thinning the edges as well to bring more definition to the hairdo.
12. Long Wavy Hair With Long Wavy Bangs
Long sea wave bangs that just blend in with your long wavy hair give off a slightly vintage and soft look. If you have a long face, you should try this.
13. Long Hair Front Bangs
Messy, uneven bangs, feathered at the center, are perfect if you’re going for a carefree look. This is the ideal just-out-of-bed-and-going-to-rock it look.
14. Thick, Uneven Side Bangs Under Side Swept Bangs
If your usual look is sporting side bangs and you have thick luscious hair, then try this look to add a bit more jazz to it. To get this look, take a triangularly shaped parting at the center, take the hair closest to the center point of the triangle, and cut it. This hairstyle looks best with heavy layers.
15. Long Blonde Hair With Traditional Bangs
If you have or love blond hair, then you should try this classic hairdo. Long full bangs on flowy blonde hair look amazing whether it is to make a statement at the office or let loose at a party.
16. Retro Bangs Long Hair With Bangs
Shoutout to all retro hairdo fans! This is a faux rockabilly bangs look. If you have long hair, it adds to the retro feel. Spritz water on your bangs, and put a bit of medium hold gel on it. Using a hair dryer and a comb, turn the edges of your bangs inside towards the forehead.
17. Feathered Center Bangs
If you’re looking for something uncomplicated and straightforward, this is it. This is the ready-for-anything hairdo, be it a business meeting, a photoshoot (like the stunning Behati Prinsloo) or a party. Slight wavy locks with front bangs that are thin at the center.
18. Bettie Page Waves
Well hello, Bettie Page! Wavy sharp-edged bangs look terrific, especially if you have longish hair wavy hair.
19. Straight Choppy Bangs
Choppy, uneven bangs are always in fashion. Pair it with straight hair that is tied in a loose ponytail. This look is fresh, simple, and ultra stylish.
20. Full Straight Hair With Tapered Thick Bangs
If you have thick, full hair, try tapered bangs. Don’t thin out your hair, flaunt thick bangs. Let the center of your bangs reach just below the eyebrows, and then, as it moves towards the ears, increase the length of the bangs a little.
21. Lightly Feathered Bangs With A Bun
If you are willing to experiment on your bangs, you should try this one. Take a triangular piece of your hair and cut it in a tapered way. Keep the hair closest to your ears a little longer. Color the center part a dark brown and keep using a shade lighter until you reach the hair near your ears. Make a bun and let those stylish bangs get their due!
22. Light Wavy Bangs
Light wavy bangs, till the eyebrows or just above it, make you look younger and fresh. If you have wavy hair, do try it.
23. Really Long Hair Layered With Thick Bangs
This is for really long-haired women. Look uber cool with this trendy hairdo. This layered step cut paired with thick blunt bangs proves that long hair with bangs will never go out of style.
24. Thick Curly Bangs
Perm your bangs!! As a straight-haired girl myself, I just couldn’t take my eyes off this permed bangs look. This hairdo looks spectacular and playful as hell.
25. Thin Slightly Wavy Hair With Straight Bangs
Elegance redefined! You are looking at one of the best summer hairdos. This wavy blunt haircut with feathered center bangs is so chill you just might not notice the heat this summer.
26. Bun With Long Tapered Bangs
Raggedy uneven bangs are a complete #bossbabe. If you have a high forehead, then give this a try. This bangs look takes the focus away from your forehead and accentuates your cheeks.
27. Balayage Bangs
The balayage is here to stay. Straight bangs on a wavy balayage hairdo – trendy. It also gives your face a slimmer look.
28. Razor Side Bangs
If you have thin hair, then this hairdo will work wonders for you. This razor cut with side bangs makes your hair look fuller and adds more focus to your entire face.
29. Messy Ponytail With Bangs
If you’re a carefree spirit, you’ll love this. The messy wavy bangs, due to the outward tapering, brings the focus to your eyes. Also, the color job is too good.
30. Swept Frontal Bangs
People with oval faces can work this like crazy. This hairdo is for the thick-haired. Try a razor cut if you want your hair to the focus of your look.
31. Curly Do With Long Bangs
This hairstyle oozes attitude! Simply wear it wild, and turn heads wherever you go.
32. Spiky Bangs
Wispy bangs will never go out of fashion. And they are easy to achieve too! Using a curler, make your hair wavy, and then, at the ends, make it straight. Keep your bangs straight and wispy as well. Fluff your hair to give it that extra voluminous look.
33. Faux Poofy Hair With Thick Side Swept Bangs
If you have a long face with a high forehead, this is the best hairstyle with side-swept bangs! To get this look right, you need to have layers cut in your hair. Tie your hair in a low pony, slightly poofing the front part of your hair. Leave your bangs free and loose. This gives it a fake short hair look from the front and brings the focus to your jawline.
34. Wavy Long Fringe With Spiky Ends
Use a curler to get these crisp waves with spiky edges. Straighten out your bangs and keep them a centimeter above your eyebrows. This look adds to the wow factor of your long hair.
35. Vintage Rockabilly Bangs
If you want bangs but don’t want to cut your hair, here is a classy vintage hairdo for you. Take a thick triangular parting of your front hair, apply strong hold gel on it, and curl it inwards. Retro mama!
36. Beehive Bun With Long Short Bangs
For this hairdo, let a professional help you. The sleek side swept bang adds classiness to this sophisticated hairdo.
37. Vintage Full Hair Bangs
This is another retro look that will never go out of fashion. Turn your hair outwards using a hair dryer to give it the complete retro feel.
38. Updo Bangs
Using a curler and some hairspray, you can recreate this gorgeous hairdo. Tie your hair in a messy bun, leaving the end to fall out over the bun to give it a short, fuller look. And you can accessorize it as well.
39. Low Messy Bun With Side Bangs
This look is perfect for a late or lazy work day. Instead of using an elastic band to make a bun, use a pencil clip to give it that relaxed messy feel.
40. Turned In Hair With Long Side Bangs
Long bangs are awesome. Recreate this sleek hairdo with a hairdryer and some hairspray. Pairing long layered hair with side-swept bangs amps up your look dramatically. Try it with a triangular zigzag parting. This is an ultra-modern look that you can sport at business meetings.
41. Vintage Wave Bangs
Take a bunch of hair and slightly sweep-curl it outwards. Curl the rest of your hair into a messy cascade of waves. Spritz on some hairspray to keep the hair in place. This look works magic at formal events like work parties and weddings.
42. Braided Bangs
If you already have bangs, try this chic hairstyle. These are box braids. This hairdo is all about showing off that sassy attitude.
43. Messy Braid With Side Bangs
This look is super hot and perfect for a day at the beach. Braid your hair on one side, letting all the short hair hang loosely. Let your bang sit on one side of the face.
44. Half Bun With Wispy Side Bangs
This wavy hairdo is one of my favorites. The half bun is undoubtedly a trend right now, and with these side bangs and that dark maroon lipstick, this hairdo will turn heads for sure.
45. Straight Top Knot With Bangs
The high bun looks impressive on straight hair. The straight, feathery bangs add an edgy feel to it. Cut your bangs unevenly at eye length to get this uber cool look.
46. Textured Bob With Full Bangs
This look is perfect for those with high foreheads and round faces as it takes the focus away from the forehead and the gives the face a heart shape.
47. Spiky Long Bangs
This textured unkempt long bob is all about style. Using a curler, turn one side of your thin bangs outwards. Curl your hair into wavy textures, leaving the ends wispy. This is the ultimate messy-but-I-love-it look.
48. Long Swept Side Bangs
This look is ultra futuristic and rebellious. If you are tired of your regular fringe, this is the way to go. Turn heads and stun with this gorgeous hairdo.
49. Sleek Side Bangs
Sophistication at its finest. This look is perfect for all the boss ladies out there who run the world!
50. Low Pony Side Sweep Bang
Achieve the quintessential sweet girl vibe with this simple yet adorable hairstyle. Start by tying your hair into a sleek ponytail, then take a small section of hair and wrap it around the base to conceal the elastic for a polished finish. Complete the look by sweeping your bangs to the side for a soft, flirty touch. This style is perfect for adding a hint of sweetness while keeping things effortlessly chic!
