Effortless is chic. And when it comes to effortless beauty, the French women do it best.
For hair, the French girl fringe that looks good without looking like you’re trying too hard is a trend that’s hard to ignore.
What’s the French Girl Fringe?
What we love about the French girl fringe hairstyle is that it’s super versatile. The look can be made to flatter different face shapes and hair textures; in other words, just about anyone can hop on this trend and reinvent their hairstyle for the better.
Variants of the French girl fringe style include having it slightly cropped, with a point cut in just above or on the eyebrow, or having them skim your lashes for a different look. The only rule? Make sure it doesn’t look too neat – it’s supposed to look like you trimmed it yourself and you didn’t spend too much time doing so.
For French girl fringe inspiration on It girls and celebrities who are seen rocking the trend, scroll on for inspo!
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Award-winning makup artist, Violette Serrat, takes a low-key approach. Pairing centre-parted sections with a top-knot, she simply allows her graphic eye makeup make a striking statement.
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Model and founding of fashion label Rouje, Jeanne Damas is all about her signature layered fringe. Take a leaf out of her style-book and pair wispy bangs with a bright red lip if you’d like to go for a timeless French girl look.
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How To Get the French Girl Fringe
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While it may look like it’s possible to trim the French girl fringe yourself, we’ll still suggest that you go for a good hairdresser who can design a look that flatters your face shape. After all, there are many ways you can mess up, and chances are you’re going to end up needing professional help in the end anyway.
Opt for a fuller fringe that’s layered with a deep point cutting technique if you have finer, straighter hair. This ensures that your fringe has enough weight to sit nicely on your forehead without the need for too much styling.
If you have thicker hair, consider going for a layered fringe that’s directed to the centre or where your hair parts naturally. This style gives you shorter, more textured hair in the centre of the fringe and goes towards the cheekbones for a face-framing look.
While the French girl fringe style is relatively low-maintenance, you should still consider regular trims – say, every few weeks or once a month – if you want to make sure it looks its best all the time.
