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Hairdressing: Create Modern Flair with Stylish Blunt Bangs

Nov/08/2022 / by Melanie Fourie
Image credits: Alan Garzón via Pexels

Cute and hip, a new type of fringe known as blunt bangs is a must-have! This fashion statement is usually snipped straight across your forehead, hence the term “blunt”. There is a frequent misperception about blunt bangs that has to be dispelled. Remember the picture of Cleopatra with her blunt bangs and bob? Even though she was depicted sporting blunt bangs, it couldn’t be more untrue. 

Blunt bangs didn’t appear until a few decades after Cleopatra’s rule. In fact, it was during the roaring twenties when these bang types started becoming renowned . Short outfits and shorter hairstyles were becoming more popular among women. Many flapper hairstyles had blunt bangs. This style however, faded into the background for a few decades thereafter, but has re-surfaced, and this time, with a far more modern edge. Now they’re all the rage because of their femme fatale vibe!

What You Should Consider Prior to Acquiring This Style

Blunt bangs may be paired with any haircut and look excellent. With high top knots and lowered sleek ponytails, they look extremely good. Blunt bangs need a lot of attention and time to keep looking good. To keep them looking their best, you must set out time each day to style them. The blow dryer and round brush will be out, and you’ll spend a good 10 minutes in front of the mirror to make sure every hair is in position.

A woman’s appearance is often boosted by having bangs that are more blunt. Blunt bangs need to be trimmed often. It is common for them to be cut across the upper part of the forehead or just above. In addition to ruining the look, hair grows longer and ends up in your eyes all the time.

Summers may be a little sweltering for those with thick hair. If you have blunt bangs in the summer, you may find yourself sweating a lot. On the plus side, you can make a cute pouf with your bangs pinned up.

They give your hair a fuller appearance too. Your bangs are the first part of your hair to exhibit signs of greasiness. In order to balance out the curve of your face, blunt bangs are a terrific option when hair lies flatter due to oiliness.

DIY Snipping

Having read this, are you ready to take your game to the next level? If you’re a fan of chopping your own hair, here’s a simple method for achieving blunt bangs.

What You’ll Be Using

  • Comb
  • Scissors for cutting hair
  • A squishy band

Detailed Instructions for a DIY Blunt Bangs Style

  • In the front, divide the hair into a triangle. 
  • For your bangs, you’ll trim a triangle-shaped portion of hair off your head.
  • To prevent it from getting in the way, secure the remainder of your hair using an elastic band.
  • Eliminate any tangles and knots by combing the hair in a triangle.
  • Using your right hand, grasp the part of your hair. 
  • Your index and middle fingers should be held straight across the portion of hair you’ve just twisted in your left hand.
  • Straight across your fingers, shave your hair short.
  • Keep your bangs in place the same way you did previously.
  • Keep the scissors pointing up this time, and trim the bangs’ ends. This will give them a lovely feathery appearance.

Varying Styles of Blunt Bangs 

Here are  multiple varieties on this kind of haircut to help you decide which one is ideal for your face shape and the overall appearance you want to achieve!

For Those with Fine Hair

Despite the fact that blunt bangs are often thick, fine-haired ladies may nonetheless have them. Face framing properties of bangs cut bluntly abound. They are especially essential for covering a broad forehead. Your face may seem larger if you have a large forehead. Try out this delicate, blunt fringe. It somewhat conceals your brow. These bangs also have the added benefit of drawing attention to the sides of your face. As a result, people will pay more attention to your cheekbones, eyes, and lips than your face’s structure. To naturally integrate your bangs with the rest of your hair, just sweep them down.

Statement-Type Bangs

These edgy blunt bangs need a certain face structure, as well as plenty of attitude, to pull off. With these bangs, a broad forehead is covered, but it isn’t fully hidden. On an oval face, they look fantastic. Trim the bangs a bit longer, and then have your hairdresser keep cutting them until you’re happy with the length.

The Fuller Fringe

Bangs are the best method to show off thick hair, and there’s no better way than with bangs. Here’s why: Blunt bangs, especially on thick hair, not only look great, but they also give the illusion that your hair is much thicker. Isn’t this hair so luscious? I like the way it blends brown tones. Stunning!

The Traditional Blunt Fringe

Fringes that are chopped across the brows are known as “blank” bangs. Extend your hair out and cut it at the level of your eyes when you cut these bangs. When the bangs are loosened, they rise somewhat. To get the ideal look, style them using a straightener and comb. When worn in a high ponytail or top knot, these bangs are sure to turn heads.

Blunt Bangs With Curves

Take note of the perfectly curved brow bangs. It takes years of industry experience and many hours of training to achieve such a high level of proficiency. Hairstylists who do this are exceptional. Aside from that, the long, dissociated bangs on each side of the blunt ones really amp up this look. These bangs are perfect for a business-like style.

The Striking and the Beautiful!

There is no strands on the sides, where the bangs stop here.  This makes the bangs stand out even more. This style works particularly nicely on those with long faces. In any case, hold off on eliminating this one for the time being. You don’t need anything else to carry off these bangs but your personality. Your hairdresser can help you determine whether or not these bangs are right for your face shape.

Blunt Bangs with a Wispy Edge

Having thick, blunt bangs may not be a smart idea if you have a tiny but broad forehead. Rather than a straight, blunt cut, try these softly feathered bangs. They start off thick and thin out at the finish. Your eyes and cheeks will be the only things people notice when you wear them. Layered and bob hairstyles look great with these bangs.

The Segmented Fringe

Slightly separated blunt bangs also aid in balancing your face’s asymmetry.. A basic hairdo is made interesting with their addition. Get the girl-next-door appearance with these products!

Short, Slanted, and Angular!

All the latest fashionistas are sporting these sloped blunt bangs. To get this look, the thick layers of blunt hair were pushed aside and fashioned with jagged layers. Make your eyes pop with some black eyeliner and eyeshadow.

Plain Blunt Bangs

Try this basic blunt fringe if a U-cut is your specialty and you’re trying to spice it up a touch. An ordinary V- or U-cut sans layering may be transformed. As opposed to  choppy bangs, opt for fuller ones. It’s a great way to jazz up a basic style like this one.

Jagged Edges

As far as hairstyles go, blunt and jagged bangs appear to be the latest trend! Punk outfits wouldn’t be complete without these shoes. Invest in a leather jacket, smoky eyes, and a rich lip colour to complete the look, and don’t forget to get these jagged, harsh bangs. As of right now, you’re the IT goth female!

The Layered Type

You’ll need to separate your hair into 3 parts for this kind of fringe. One of the sections to be chopped into blunt bangs is the central triangle piece. Those are the two portions that will be sliced into layers to create the longer ends. Use the point-cut approach to finish off the bangs. Use a round brush and a blow dryer to shape the fringe.

FAQs

Will blunt bangs look good on a round face?

Full, broad cheeks help to identify people with round features. Straight bangs are a no-no for these facial types since they enhance the fullness of your face. Alternative bangs may look fantastic with a round face though. Opt for big, angled side-swept bangs rather than blunt ones.