FROM POWER FRINGE TO A CHIC SWEEP, WHICH STYLE IS THE TOP CHOP?
CLAUDIA’S BOLD EYE GRAZER
This is an extremely popular fringe: 48-year-old Claudia Winkleman’s had hers for years and, as her hairdresser, people are always asking me to reproduce it. Most people can carry it off — but it is bold. You have to be sure you want it. it’s the sort of fringe you can hide behind; if you’re looking to cover half your face, this is it.
ANNA’S HARD EDGED CONTROL
ProbablY the most iconic fringe around, 70-year-old Dame anna Wintour’s is a classic. it’s a hardedged, look-at-me fringe that gives the impression of someone who is very together, powerful and in control. like its wearer, it’s sharp and high maintenance. You’d need to get it cut every two weeks to keep it the same length and shape.
GEMMA’S TIMELESS GEM
This works on most face shapes, but is especially flattering on bond girl Gemma arterton, 34. it’s chic and timeless — i think it makes her look like audrey hepburn. it’s an elegant shape because it follows the curve of her cheekbones, rather than cutting her face in half.
KATE’S BOUNCY ‘FAUX’ FRINGE
This is what i call a grown-out fringe. it’s a bit half-hearted; if you want a fringe but you’re scared of going the whole hog, this will do. it works on the Duchess of Cambridge, 38, because she has lovely thick, bouncy locks. i wouldn’t recommend it if you have long, thin, straight hair, as it will only make everything look flatter.
TAYLOR’S ROCK & ROLL TRESSES
i Don’T like it when you can see too much forehead under a fringe. either do it or don’t; don’t go halfway. This works for Taylor swift, 30, because she’s young and a bit rock ’n’ roll. The shaggy look suits her age and style; it’s choppy and messy, rather than too ‘done’. but don’t be fooled; all that texture will require hours of careful styling.
J-LO’S WILD & TOUSLED CURLS
i love curly fringes, although they spring up when you cut them, so you have to be careful not to go too short. if you’ve got curly hair, it’s best to keep your fringe curly, too. Tousled fringes look great on curly, afro or hair that’s a bit wild — J-lo, 51, really shows how to work it.