Side bangs are officially back—if they ever left, that is. It's safe to say the cut is ultimately destined to endure.

Hairdresser and trend forecaster Tom Smith, who named this trend key for the months ahead, describes the letterbox fringe as ...

Getting bangs is one of the easiest ways ... in a different direction to the rest of your hair) might find the look trickier to manage. On straight hair, the bottleneck bang can take extra effort ...

Who Should Consider Them: those with thin, straight hair to add volume and texture ... those with angular features What to Ask For: curved bangs that fall an inch or so above the eyebrows Looking ...

Once you finish the consultation, Cavalcante suggests asking your stylist for thin, voluminous bangs for soft layering, a feathery texture to avoid heaviness and a slightly curved shape to blend ...