How to Style Straight Hair With Bangs and 10 Looks to Inspire You
Classically chic with a modern twist.
Straight hair with bangs is one of the most versatile looks, especially when it comes to age and occasion. The style combines the laid-back ease of undone straight hair with the bold and blunt vibes that bangs bring to the table. Styling straight hair with bangs is a relatively simple process and requires minimal commitment when it comes to time and styling products. The results are incredibly chic while still making a statement and yield a hairstyle you can comfortably and confidently wear. Keep reading for our best product recommendations and a few quick styling tips that’ll help you wear your straight hair and bangs with ease:
How to Style Straight Hair with Bangs
Step 1: Wash and condition.
Use Suave Professionals Keratin Infusion Smoothing Shampoo and Suave Professionals Keratin Infusion Smoothing Conditioner to wash and condition your hair. This product combination helps smooth your strands while leaving you with silky soft hair that won’t put up a fight when it comes to straightening.
Step 2: Protect your hair and blow-dry.
Make sure to protect your hair from heat using Dove Hair Therapy 7-in-1 Miracle Mist. Then, use a round brush and blow-dry your hair, focusing on straightening and shaping your bangs. Using a flat brush to blow-dry the rest of your hair and take care to create a smooth style. Work slowly and make sure your hair is thoroughly dried.
Step 3: Use a straightener for touch-ups.
Once all of your hair is dry, use a straightener to streamline any stray hairs that need a little extra coaxing and to create a seamless transition from your bangs into your hair. Holding the straightener on the ends of your hair for a few extra seconds will ensure a sleek and sealed straight edge will give your overall look a much more ‘finished’ look.
Step 4: Seal in your style.
This step is optional, but it will ensure that your style stays locked in no matter what weather conditions you’re up against. Lightly mist TRESemmé Extra Hold Hair Spray all over your hair. The key to keeping your hair smooth is to go light on the product and spray from a healthy distance. This will keep your hair from becoming crunchy, while ensuring that your style (and hard work) stays put all day.
Are you looking for some inspiration for how to wear straight hair with bangs? We’ve got you covered:
1. Sleek Bob
One of our favorite straight hair with bangs combinations is a sleek bob that brushes your shoulders. Make the DIY blowout part of your regular routine to achieve this sleek style.
2. Play with Color
Take this edgy style up a notch by pairing it with a fun pop of color. This light copper color is ideal for the warmer seasons.
3. Take it Shorter
Are you thinking about a bold and edgy look? Consider micro bangs.
4. Long and Cropped
Balance out your length with a pair of blunt bangs and tap into this high contrast look.
5. A Lightweight Look
Sometimes lightweight strands are just easier to deal with. Ask your stylist to thin out your hair and get rid of some of the bulk to achieve this lightweight style.
6. Dimension
A pop of colorful highlights scattered throughout your hair will add some depth and dimension.
7. Closely Cropped
Take your hair shorter than you’ve ever gone before with this all-around cropped style.
8. Wear it Choppy
Double up on choppy trends and pair a short bob with angled bangs.
9. Soft and Feathered
Alternatively, you can soften up your style with a chic feathered look.
10. Frame Your Face
No matter which style you choose, this look is proof that face-framing bangs flatter just about everyone.
