A change of season brings with it a change of mood and a hankering for a revamp. Some of us book in a colour appointment, others go on a full throttle shopping spree, but for a select crowd it's a fringe that holds the answers. Think about it. They might cause unwanted stress in summer - the heat gets them greasy too easily, and on a fuggy commute you just want all that hair off your face - but the switch up into Autumn eradicates any need to bring heat into the equation. It's the perfect time for a new fringe to thrive. Cue a Pinterest search for Dakota Johnson pictures.
According to Sam Burnett, owner and creative director of London's HARE & BONE though, there are a few notes to heed when it comes to hitting on the perfect length and style for you, and it's all about your face shape. Remember back in school when the 'straight across the face' look that was ordered up on behalf of us at the hairdressers became something to avoid as soon as we hit our teens? Or even (shudder) the DIY fringe we dared to cut in ourselves?
Whatever the case, growing that thing out became our number one MO. Turns out we were merely victims of a misguided one-suits-all fringe policy, and just didn't know any better. Well, luckily, with the passing of time, comes a shed load of hair mistakes and relevant experience. Oh, and a handy little web article to help you along on the way if you're still in need of some know-how. Simply take note of your face shape, and heed the wise words of Sam Burnett below.
Find The Perfect Fringe For Your Face Shape
1 of 3Square Faces
Sam says 'try a curved full fringe that is slightly softer and textured to soften the corners of the face. Keeping it full and thick is a great tip! Counteract the squareness of your face by adding softness and texture'.
2 of 3Diamond Faces
According to Sam you should 'be brave! Try a micro fringe for a bold statement or a short and heavy curtain fringe. The goal is to widen your forehead to match the width of your eyes and cheekbones'.
3 of 3Round Faces
Sam says to 'avoid full fringes and try longer sweeping shapes to elongate the face. Framing underneath the cheekbones is a great way to contour. An off centre fringe will give the illusion of longer lines down the face, this makes your face look more oval'.
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