Curve Bangs Are the New Cut to Try for Summer

By now, it's clear that bangs are having a moment. The latest case in point? Curve bangs. But really, what are curve bangs — and how do they differ from other styles? We're glad you asked: For the unfamiliar, curve bangs are those that have a bend to them, allowing them to frame the face.

If you're still wondering how exactly they differ from other (yet similar) cuts, like curtain and blunt bangs, you're not alone, which is why we tapped two experts to break down the specifics on curve bangs. Here's what you need to know.

What Are Curve Bangs?

Essentially, curve bangs are bangs that are curved in a way that frames your face. "These types of bangs are designed to resemble the curves of your face, with longer layers on each side of your face with the center being shorter," says Andrew Fitzsimons, celebrity hairstylist and founder of Andrew Fitzsimons Haircare.

If you want to compare them to other styles, "curve bangs are a mix of the two popular styles of curtain and blunt bangs," says David Cotteblanche, a senior hairstylist at Fekkai Soho. "They are shorter in the front, starting in the middle of the eyebrows, and then curve out — creating a stronger, more defined look than curtain bangs."

The curve bang works with all hair types, but both stylists especially love the look for those with naturally straight hair. "Long, straight hair can get weighed down, and curved bangs have the ability to shape the hair and add definition to the face," Fitzsimons says.

How to Style Curve Bangs

Luckily, styling curve bangs is simple, so much so that you can get creative and original. "You can have these bangs look thick, wispy, voluminous, or straight," Fitzsimons says.

For a straightforward style, however, start by nourishing strands with a leave-in conditioner that protects against hot tools. Then, then use a 1.5-inch curling iron to bend the bangs towards your face. You can also use hot rollers, leaving them in the hair for five minutes.

Finish by working a pea-sized amount of a glossing cream, such as Fekkai Brilliant Gloss Multi-Tasker, for added shine and to lock in your style throughout the day, says Cotteblanche.

What to Ask Your Stylist

Fitzsimons recommends coming in with visuals for your stylists when asking for this type of bangs, which ensures that you get exactly what you want — and a style that works best for your hair. Some celeb inspo you can look to, he says, is Kim Kardashian, who "absolutely killed the curved bangs look when she wore them with her hair half-up," he says. "It really helped shaped her face."

You can also look to Taylor Swift, who Cottenblanche credits as the most prominent example of this bang cut, or Sarah Hyland, who, he says, has an edgier look that frames her face nicely thanks to this style.

But if you want to give your stylist more direction, just tell them you want a more defined haircut than a curtain bang. Ultimately, if you've been toying with the idea of bangs, consider giving curve bangs a shot. Chances are high you won't regret them.