Popularized by ‘60s style icon Jane Birkin, Birkin bangs are the soft and piecey French girl fringe that’s on everyone’s radar right now. The trend has come in and out of style over the years, but it’s back in the spotlight as of late. Worn by celebs like Dakota Johnson, Lily Collins, and Jenna Ortega, Birkin bangs are effortlessly cool and perfectly chic. They’re polished, but still feel a little worn, and if you’ve always wanted to pull off the French girl aesthetic, this fringe is your entry point. Here’s how to style Birkin bangs with our best tips, products, and tutorials.
What Are Jane Birkin Bangs?
Jane Birkin bangs are blunt, slightly feathered eyelash-skimming fringe that were popularized by French actress Jane Birkin in the ‘60s. They create a lived-in cool girl look that’s feminine and relaxed, and doesn’t look too done up. Birkin bangs aren’t as full as typical fringe and are more sparse at the ends, adding texture around the face. A key component of French girl style, Birkin bangs are timeless, low maintenance, and universally flattering. This look tends to work best for those with finer, naturally straight hair, but if you have wavy or curly hair, you may be able to achieve this look depending on your curl pattern. Anything can be done with the right stylist- it may just have to be tweaked depending on how your hair falls.
How to Style Jane Birkin Bangs
To style Birkin bangs, start with clean, damp hair and blow dry your bangs forward with a small paddle brush or fine tooth comb. You can use a round brush if you want to add more movement and volume, or even a velcro roller. Finish with a small amount of product such as a lightweight oil or pomade to give the bangs some piecey texture. The key is for them to look a little messy.
5 Trending Jane Birkin Bang Looks
1. Soft & Feminine Birkin Bangs
We are big Daisy Edgar Jones fans around here and we absolutely adore Bikrin bangs on her. They’re styled to perfection here with a collarbone-length cut and an effortless bend in the hair. The hairstyle is polished with a bit of fuss and the fringe falls at a perfect length.
2. Half Up with Birkin Bangs
We love this variation of the Birkin bang that sits a little higher than the typical eyelash-skimming length. The fringe transitions seamlessly into the longer layers around the face and we adore the half-up pulled back look.
3. Birkin Bangs with Ponytail
Anne Hathaway started a major Birkin bang movement after sporting them in the Devil Wear Prada and she’s been flaunting them on and off ever since. With the rest of her hair pulled back in a ponytail, the face-framing fringe takes centre stage.
4. Sophisticated High Bun
For a special occasion, take your hair inspo from Lily Collins and pair your Birkin bangs with a classy high bun. This look works beautifully with a higher neckline and allows you to go all out with your earrings too!
5. Birkin Bangs with Long Hair
The combination of long hair and Birkin bangs is so effortlessly chic. It gives off-duty model vibes and works really well for those with fine, straight hair. The bangs are a gorgeous way to frame the face and the long layers add to the carefree vibe.
6 Jane Birkin Bang Styling Tips
- If it’s your first time asking for Birkin bangs at the salon (or if you’re cutting them yourself at home), always start out by going a little longer than you think. They’ll bounce upwards and you can always go shorter if needed.
- Always bring photos to the salon so your stylist can see the exact result you’re going for. Also discuss your hair texture and growth patterns to make sure they sit right.
- Apply a light spritz of texturizing spray before you blow dry to help give texture to the fringe.
- When blow drying, follow your brush with a back-and-forth movement so the hair parts straight down the middle.
- If you have naturally straight, thin hair, you can probably get away with letting your bangs air dry. Use a bit of air dry cream to give your fringe some soft separation.
- To freshen up second day bangs, spritz some dry shampoo at the roots. This will absorb grease and play into the textured effect that Birkin bangs are known for.
3 Step-By-Step Jane Birkin Bang Tutorials
1. Jane Birkinifying My Hair Step by Step! | @anna_annora
In this tutorial, she shows you how to cut and style Birkin Bangs. She gives you tips for the perfect at-home chop, as well as styling tips to get the effortless fringe look. She dries her hair with a blow dryer then uses a flat iron to add waves. And of course you’ll need some hair cutting shears if you plan to cut your bangs yourself!
2. Watch me cut Robyn’s Hair into the Jane Birkin Inspired Fringe Cut | @anieehair
This is another cut and style video, this time at the salon. She offers great tips for blow drying your Birkin bangs using a round brush. She uses products like a volumizing mist, flat iron, and finishing cream for a polished yet worn look that is oh, so Jane Birkin.
3. How I Style My Lazy Girl Bangs | @alexaadark
If you’re looking for a lazy girl approach to styling Birkin bangs, check out this tutorial! She shows you how to get the carefree aesthetic using products including a heat protectant, blow dryer, and texture spray. It’s quick, simple and easy to do day after day!
If you love this French girl look, we hope you take these styling tips and run with them!
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