Good ol’ bangs have gone through a massive transformation in 2018. While baby bangs were clearly the show-stopping look last year, shaggy bangs and curly bangs were also trending. And for the commitment-averse but trend-addicted, faux bangs became a viable option, with celebrities showing us exactly how to pull them off. But with the momentum…
Let's Talk Bangs
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Emily Ratajkowski
We love Emily Ratajkowski for taking such a big style risk on the Cannes red carpet. Emily's faux bangs were one of the most unpredictable looks of last year, mainly because it added much-needed quirk to her sophisticated look.
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Natalia Dyer
We can't get enough of Natalia Dyer's shaggy bangs. Adding some light fringe to your short and heavy wavy hair is a great way to highlight texture.
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Bella Hadid
In the last year Bella has sported all kinds of faux bangs, from blunt to mini. But let the supermodel make the case for side-swept asymmetrical bangs, a refreshing choice when paired with her oh-so glam Dior ensemble.
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Maisie Williams
Maisie's unstyled, semi-wavy bangs work incredibly well, all thanks to her hair color. If you are aiming for a bedhead look with your bangs, add some texture to your hair in the form of light waves or curls.
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Suki Waterhouse
Please let Suki Waterhouse demonstrate the power of bangs when it comes to a retro 'do. Suki's look is incredibly chic and timeless, yet very simple. If you have bangs and straight hair, definitely give a throwback hairstyle like this a go this winter.
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Emma Watson
Emma Watson's super baby bangs are wild and effortless. They might be a risk, but the best part about baby bangs is that they are very easy to maintain and can be styled on all kinds of hair.
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Emma Roberts
Emma Roberts' blunt mid-forehead fringe was the bangs statement of the year. We love how Emma keeps it edgy by keeping her style simple.
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Dakota Johnson
Dakota Johnson keeps it breezy at the London premiere of Suspiria by wearing beachy waves with her signature bangs. A combo like this works just as well for a casual workday as it does for a fancy night out.
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