The Indie Fringe

If you have been flirting with the idea of getting bangs, it's time to commit. The Indie Fringe is a  great way to give your look a new attitude, without sacrificing your length OR having to get an entire new style. This is technically a new style though, because (believe it or not), adding just a simple bang can work wonders with your confidence and and inspire you to be more daring in other areas of your look (ie clothing, accessories, or makeup) Not only are people in the music and fashion industries sporting this grunge-chic look, but we have also seen it make appearances on the red carpet....not to mention a main character role on New Girl. Of course, if we're doing a post on bangs we have to mention someone who became famous and remained true to her style (which has paid off)

Zoey Deschanel, could you be more cute? Perfectly full, yet still room for texture is exactly what makes these the signature Indie Fringe

All I can say about Nicole Richie is this lady is always in "the know" with fashion. She is always bringing fabulosity to the table and makes this edgy style look like an elegant statement....and we hairstylists appreciate LOVE the versatility.

Tip #1: This style works best if your hair is straight, or with a slight wave. Slight waves can add to the tousle of the look, but more of a curl will require straightening, so only make the cut if you can commit to either using the flat iron or paddle brush for straightening.
The thicker the bangs the better! If your hair is on the finer side, consider that the fringe will have to be quite deep in order to achieve thickness. (leave that up to your stylist's discretion, we will always recommend what's best)
 
Tip #2: Don’t go for wispy layers! In 2012/2013, if you are doing bangs more of a blunt cut is best. 
The length of the bangs should fall just below the eyebrows or just sweeping the eyes.
The rest of the hair can be bobbed or long, the key is just to keep it relatively straight but tousled (refer to Tousled Hair: Inspired by Burberry and Gucci for styling tips with this look).
Use a lightweight pomade, like OSIS+ Air Pomade Wax Spray to get that messy/texured effect even on cleanly washed hair.

Why not reinvent yourself for 2013?