How To Style Curtain Bangs: Get The '70s Look

From Jenna Coleman in The Serpent to Georgia May Jagger all over Insta, '70s bangs are back and they're chicer than ever. Made famous by the likes of Brigitte Bardot over half a century ago, this retro hairstyle is trending for a few reasons: it's effortless, easy-going and enviably face-framing. And, most importantly? Curtain bangs are ridiculously flattering on *all* hair types - a genuine rarity in the haircare world.

So, how do you style curtain bangs? And, how do you make them more model than, well, muddle? We spoke with the haircare professionals - stylist Paul Percival from BaByliss, and Moccoanoil's hair educator Samantha Kenyon - to get some answers.

Paul and Samantha walked us through the best ways to style curtain bangs using a variety of tools, including hair dryers, curling wands and straighteners - along with the sleekest styling products to finish with. From blow drying your bangs to curling your curtain fringe with tongs, read on for the best techniques to nail an effortless '70s fringe.

By Emily Kemp, 12 April 2022