Short Curtain Bangs
Short curtain bangs part in the middle and sweep away from the face, usually landing somewhere between the eyebrow and the cheekbone. This board sorts them by the things that actually decide whether they suit you - face shape, hair texture and length - with pages for round faces, fine hair, and wavy, straight and curly hair, plus how the fringe sits with a bob. You will also find a styling guide built around round-brush direction, a step-by-step for cutting them at home, an honest short versus long comparison, and a grown-out page for the awkward stage nobody warns you about. Save the fringes you like and take the photos to your stylist.
Best for: Face-framing fringe on any texture, and anyone easing into bangs for the first time.
Frequently Asked Questions
How short should curtain bangs be?
Short curtain bangs usually hit between the eyebrow and the cheekbone, with the shortest point at the center part and the ends sweeping longer toward the face. Ask for the shortest point at eyebrow level if you want the fringe to read clearly, or at the cheekbone for a softer version that grows out more gracefully.
Do short curtain bangs suit a round face?
Yes, as long as the shortest point sits at or below the cheekbone. That length stops the fringe cutting across the widest part of the face and instead draws the eye down the center part, which lengthens a round face. The sweep away from the cheeks does the rest.
How often do short curtain bangs need trimming?
Every 3 to 5 weeks. A fringe grows roughly half an inch a month, so a short one drifts past its shape quickly. Many salons trim a fringe free or at low cost between full cuts, so it is worth asking about the policy at your next appointment.