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Curtain Bangs
A center-parted fringe that opens around the face. Often used to soften a forehead or add a frame without committing to a full blunt bang.
Curtain bangs part in the center or just off-center and lengthen toward the cheekbones. They are commonly recommended for heart-shaped and diamond faces because they add a little coverage at the forehead while leaving the eyes open. Oval faces often wear them easily. Round faces may prefer a longer, airier curtain so the fringe does not stop right at the widest point of the face.
They are not maintenance-free. The shortest pieces still grow into the eyes. If you blow-dry, you will probably spend a minute shaping them; if you do not, ask for a longer, more lived-in version.
When you save a reference, include both the length at the center and where the bangs meet the rest of the hair. That junction is what makes curtain bangs look intentional instead of like unfinished fringe.
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Layered Lob
A long bob with layers for movement. Often worth exploring if you want a clearer outline than long hair, without going fully short.
Pixie Cut
A short, shaped cut that relies on the outline around the face. Often worth exploring if you like a defined silhouette and quicker mornings.
Soft Waves
A relaxed wave pattern that adds movement to medium or long hair. Often used to soften angles without a dramatic cut.
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FAQ
Are curtain bangs a full haircut?
They are a fringe decision that still has to sit inside the rest of the cut. On long hair they can be added with relatively little commitment. On a bob, they change the entire front outline.
Do curtain bangs work with a round face?
They can. A longer, more open curtain is often worth exploring so the fringe does not sit as a straight line across the widest part of the cheeks. A photo is more useful than a yes-or-no rule.
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