I’ve been debating this for weeks, and I’ve finally gotten bangs again. I had this style of bangs about 5 years ago and I loved it but my hair was longer. So this time with my hair shorter I was a bit worried it wouldn’t look balanced. Oh well I can always pin them back, right? And so I did it! I’m still getting used to them, but they frame my glasses nicely. The only thing that bothers me now is my BLACK eyebrows against my BLONDE bangs. Something must be done. Perhaps this weekend I might lighten them. We shall see, unless I can pull it off. I mean this is like Marilyn Monroe times 100. In hair talk it’s like a level 1 next to a level 10. Too much contrast. Does anyone have any positive bang stories? I always love them for a couple of weeks and then they just bore me. Lets keep it positive…what I love about bangs is how they dress up even a boring old pony tail! It adds so much character to the face plus it hides ugly roots! I lighten my hair quite a bit from my natural black and so anything to get me more distance between highlight appointments, the better!! If you’re contemplating getting bangs here are a few things to consider.

1. Consider your face shape and the size of your forehead. I believe there is a style of bangs for everyone but a particular type is not for everyone. Think about what it will hide or enhance.

2. Be honest about what you got going on. If your face is fuller or your hair is too thin or too thick these are all important factors. Think about your hair texture and your skill and life style. Bangs require maintenance and if you’re not willing to pay attention to them- opt out.

3. Consider why you’re getting them. Try to be realistic about what these bangs will do for you. I know it sounds silly but bangs are a big commitment! As for me, I have a cowlick in the very front so I had to go thicker to put weight on it but I couldn’t go too thick because my face is small. I did this because I needed a change for the summer and this was it. Now back to growing my hair out 😛