25 Ways to Wear Wispy Bangs for a Stylish Hair Update

Not quite as daring or high-maintenance as other bang styles, wispy bangs are soft bangs that are gently feathered towards the end, making them appear piecey, and see-through. While these French girl-approved bangs are universally flattering, they work best on those with longer face types.

Not only do they work amazingly on all hair types (especially on fine hair!), they are perfect for fringe newbies who don’t want to commit to thick, full fringes. Intrigued? These #Instababes, below, will inspire you to take the plunge.

Waves and Wisps

Effortlessly chic. Credit: Instagram.com/alexrychk

Often trimmed dry and vertically, a wispy bang style like this one would suit anyone and allow you to make a small, stylish change to your look.

Wispy Swoop Bangs on Short Hair

Tinkerbell, is that you? Credit: Instagram.com/macara__

You’ve heard of Bardot bangs, but have you heard of wispy Bardot bangs? If not, this beauty is here to provide you with a stunning example of what they look like.

If you love rocking a ponytail (erm, who doesn’t?), then this is the look for you. Not only will it allow you to show off your gorgeous bangs, but it will also make you feel like an off-duty model. Yes, please!

Wispy Long Bangs

We can’t stop staring! Credit: Instagram.com/fatherkels

If anyone is going to show you how to rock wispy bangs, it’s this beauty. Her chocolate caramel ombré hairstyle proves that long, lash-grazing bangs look ultra-romantic with piecey wisps cut into them. Want to achieve soft and silky hair like this? Try Dove Nutritive Solutions Daily Moisture 2 in 1 Shampoo + Conditioner, whose formula works on all hair type for long lasting soft and tangle free strands.

The perfect ‘do for a selfie. Credit: Instagram.com/lexylu

If you want to go extra long with your wispy fringe, this look is all you need to refer to. Styling with a straightener? Protect your bangs from high temperatures with

Wispy Bangs on Long Hair

Bangs on long hair are absolute goals. Credit: Instagram.com/rockybarnes

Add an edge to extra-long hair by teaming it with wispy bangs. As this beauty demonstrates, it’s a look that will give your hair effortless cool-girl vibes.

Wispy Fringe on Medium Hair

Bob + bangs = perfection. Credit: Instagram.com/maneaddicts

This trendsetter keeps her feathered, wispy bangs at the brow to complement her gorgeous bob. Since micro bangs and grey hair are also trending RN, you can easily take this pretty ‘do to edgier heights by combining the two trends.

Wispy Side Bangs

Side bangs for life. Credit: Instagram.com/rambutseries

Get your flirt on with some modern, wispy side-swept bangs! Whether your hair is cropped and cute or long and lush, this face-flattering haircut will help draw attention to all the right angles. Now, you can’t argue with that!

Wispy Bangs on Fine Hair

All wispy everything! Credit: Instagram.com/brendakamt

All wispy everything! If you’re loving this dreamy hair trend as much as we are, the fun doesn’t have to stop here! Working in wispy layers into your hair (as well as rocking a killer wispy fringe!) is just what you need to make your hair feel fresh again.

Wispy layers are perfect for creating the illusion of fuller and more voluminous locks in fine hair, so if that’s you, you know what to do — copy this Insta-babe, stat!

Wispy Ends

If you look closely, you can see the wispy ends! Credit: Instagram.com/nyane

Not sure if this cool-girl trend will work for you? To test the waters, why not get wispy ends cut in, instead? Here, this beauty has softened out her blunt fringe with romantic wisps, and we honestly can’t stop staring. How about you?

Wispy Shag

Don’t you just love the honey blonde hue? Credit: Instagram.com/paygepriscilla

What’s not to love about this short bob with bangs hairstyle? This see-through look is sure to gain you extra style points.

E-girl Bangs

Stunning! Credit: Instagram.com/cosmo_by_julia

The best trend to come out of 2020, and still at the top of our list today? E-girl hair, of course. And, this is what happens when you give your wispy fringe an e-girl update!

Rock Chick Bangs

This headband completes the look. Credit: Instagram.com/paris.mydear

If you don’t want your locks to be sleek against your forehead, then reach for a large barrel brush and blow-dry your fringe until you have a smooth, voluminous finish. Add a headband for a country-chic finishing touch.