Jane Birkin is behind the hottest hair trend of the moment
BANGS – you either love them or you loathe them. They have always divided opinions. There are those who can boast of sporting bangs with a disconcerting naturalness - that famous French chic - and those who have always experienced them as a childhood hair trauma.
The fact remains that bangs are timeless, regardless of the style or variation, and that they can add that little je ne sais quoi that makes all the difference to a hairstyle. And that’s exactly what seems to appeal as the summer approaches.
While ‘baby bangs’ were momentarily in the spotlight this spring – thank you, Zoë Kravitz – now, it looks like ‘Birkin bangs’ – aka bangs like those of legendary fashion icon Jane Birkin – are the object of all desires.
On social networks, TikTok and Instagram in the lead, videos and pictures abound paying tribute to this iconic hairstyle of the ‘60s and ‘70s.
Another healthy dose of nostalgia ... Anyway, we must admit that this trip back to the ‘60s is no bad thing at a time when all eyes are on the ‘90s and Y2K years.
But what exactly are ‘Birkin bangs’? Just like the Franco-British actress and singer’s effortlessly chic outfits, this fringe is notable for its tousled effect – in other words, it’s styled but ultra-casual, as if a light breeze passed by every now and again to keep it relaxed and unstructured.
But most of all, ‘Birkin bangs’ are longer than other versions, skimming the curve of the lashes, or even subtly obscuring your view. To nail the look, you should find yourself wanting to blow away strands of hair pretty much all the time.