When we think of bangs, we always think of the middle part bangs first. They have been so popular for decades. Some might love them, others might hate them, but they are, and always will be, a bold fashion statement. If you are among the middle part bangs lovers, you will enjoy these 25 gorgeous hairstyle ideas, as well as tips on how to cut them and style them properly.
How to Style Middle Part Bangs for Round Face
Middle part bangs don’t always suit a round face and that is why styling them could be tricky. But if you have a round-shaped face and really want to make the middle part bangs work for you, here are a few tips:
Tip 1: Use thinning scissors: Layering your bangs is key here. They need to be a little bit messy in order to work.
Tip 2: Don’t cut them in a crescent shape, as that will only emphasize the shape of your face even more.
Tip 3: Don’t make them too thick as that won’t complement your soft features.
Beautiful Middle Part Bangs Ideas
If you want to give a new look to your middle part bangs, try the following amazing ideas to style bangs.
1. Updo with Long Curtain Bangs
Keep all the attention on the majestic middle-parted bangs with a chic updo hairstyle. Brush the hair with a center parting and twist the sides back into a neat updo. The layered front bangs along with the longer strands top off the hairstyle.
2. Straight Blonde Layers
Those who love to keep their hair straight can go for this simple style. Dye the layered long hair in a light blonde hue and cut the front strands into diagonal mid-parted bangs. The emerging dark roots enhance the look.
3. Cropped Bangs
A short bob haircut is ideal to flaunt your jawline. The strands are chopped into jaw-length layers with cropped bangs at the front reaching just above the eyebrows. After brushing the hair do a simple middle parting and you are done.
4. Low Pigtails with Curled Curtain Bangs
Asian ladies rock bangs in the cutest way. The medium-length brown curls are styled into two low pigtails with center-parted short strands at the front that are grazing the eyes and are curled inwards for an adorable finish.
5. Long Blonde Waves
A layered haircut looks the best on naturally wavy locks. This hairstyle features a short front that contrasts beautifully with the remaining light blonde long hair. Hand-tousle the strands for a carefree appeal.
6. Long Brown Layers
Bored of your straight-cut lob? Spice up the luscious brown hair by adding babylights and cutting the front strands into middle-parted bangs skimming the eyebrows. This small step will bring a noticeable change to the face.
7. Silver Updo
There are several women over 50 who love to flaunt their graying hair. Recreate this look by cutting bangs slightly diagonally across the forehead and coupling them with a simple updo to keep all the attention on the face.
8. Fiery Orange Hair
Go bold and try out an unconventional hair color to keep all the eyes on you. Trim the long strands and dye them in a fiery orange hue with center-parted bangs at the front. The emerging dark roots create a funky two-toned look.
9. Long Curls with Curly Curtain Bangs
Who says bangs don’t work on curly tresses? This look is ideal for ladies with thick coiled hair to flaunt their curls. Cut the front strands a bit longer as they will shorten when set loose to curl up on the forehead.
10. Low Ponytail with Curtain Bangs and a Scarf
These face-framing bangs are to die for. The wavy strands at the front are coupled with a low middle-parted ponytail. Tease the back area to enhance the hair volume. Don’t skip the scarf tied around the ponytail to finish off this retro look.
11. French Bob with Curved Curtain Bangs
The classic French girl bob never goes out of style. Chop the hair to ear length with ruffled waves. This hairstyle is mostly flaunted with a parting in the middle and cropped bangs accentuating the face. Top it off with a vintage painter’s hat.
12. Brown-to-Blonde Ombre
Try out this middle-parted bangs style by cutting the front strands diagonally to fall along the sides of the face. The chocolate brown locks lighten down into a bright blonde hue midway to the ends creating an ombre effect.
13. Low Ponytail with Wispy Bangs
Ask the hairdresser for layered front bangs to frame the face beautifully. Brush the hair with a center parting and secure it in a low ponytail to keep all the attention on the face. This simple hairstyle is perfect for naturally straight hair.
14. Tousled Pixie
A layered pixie haircut is low-maintenance and sheds off several years from your age. The longer top is hand-tousled for a fresh and wild look. Remember to add wispy bangs at the front that are parted in the middle.
15. Highlighted Waves
Curtain bangs look hot and the bangs get longer from the inside to the outside. The light ashy blonde highlights standing against the dark chestnut hair create a subtle balayage effect while adding an instant glow to the face.
16. Voluminous Burgundy Curtain Bangs
This dramatic 70s-inspired blowout pairs a sharp center part with thick, outward-sweeping curtain bangs that frame the eyes and cheekbones. Rich burgundy tones combined with bold crimson highlights give the bouncy waves multidimensional shine and a glamorous, high-impact finish.
17. Layered Lob with Long Curtain Bangs
Ideal for fine to medium hair textures, these delicate middle-part bangs taper seamlessly into a shoulder-length layered lob. Subtle golden-brown babylights around the face soften features while adding touchable movement with minimal daily maintenance
18. High Ponytail with a Floral Bow
If your bangs are not long enough to reach your ponytail, this middle-parted bangs style will be handy.
Ideal for: Oval and heart-shaped faces.
How to style: Tie a completely messy, medium-high ponytail. Part the bangs in the middle. Use a styling brush or a styling product to style them outwards.
19. Sleek Bob with Long Curtain Bangs
Middle part bangs look great with short, straight bobs.
Ideal for: Oval and heart-shaped faces.
How to style: Part your hair in the middle and use a styling brush to style the short bob. If your hair is a little bit thicker, use a hair straightener.
20. Wavy Lob with Long Curtain Bangs
Short beach waves hair with bangs parted in the middle are great for growing your hair out.
Ideal for: Round and square-shaped faces.
How to style: Part your hair in the middle and use a styling brush or a hair straightener to make these beautiful, relaxed waves.
21. Half-Up Hair with Twisted Sides
This half up half down hairstyle is a fast everyday option and also an amazing option if you are trying to grow your bangs out.
Ideal for: All face shapes.
How to style: Take two random strands from the sides and use a hairpin to pin them to the back. Leave it a little bit messy and effortless.
22. Center-Parted Pin-Up Bangs
Pinup hairstyles are effective like no other. And the model looks beautiful wearing this pin-up hairstyle with short bangs parted in the middle and curled ends.
Ideal for: Oval and heart-shaped faces.
How to style: Use a styling brush to curl your bangs inwards. Curl slightly the ends of your hair.
23. Bouffant Updo with Face-Framing Layers
If you feel like you have a wide face, this is a middle part bangs hairstyle that will make your face look slimmer.
Ideal for: Round and square-shaped faces.
How to style: Make a simple teased updo leaving the bangs out. Use a styling brush to curl the ends.
24. Half-Up Bouffant
This hairstyle will elongate your face and make your forehead look visually less wide.
Ideal for: Round and square-shaped faces.
How to style: Tease the hair on the top of your head. Part your bangs in the middle and let them fall loosely. Take a strand from each side of your head and clip them at the back.
25. Messy Short Hair with Bangs
A way to frame your face properly and reveal it is to tuck the center parted bangs behind the ears and mess the hair out.
Ideal for: Round and square-shaped faces.
How to style: Part the hairstyle in the middle, mess it out with a little bit of hair product, and tuck the bangs behind the ears.
Hopefully, you’ve learned something new about middle part bangs reading this article, and hopefully, you’re now less confused about which style matches which face shape and inspired by the beautiful hairstyle ideas.
How to Cut Middle Part Bangs
Step 1: If your hair is straight, dampening your hair could be helpful. However, if your hair is naturally curly, it is best to leave it dry.
Step 2: Part your hair in the middle. Then decide how wide you want your bangs to be and once you take the bangs section into your hand, you’ll notice that a triangular shape has formed. Make sure that the triangle is symmetrical.
Step 3: Separate the rest of the hair from the bangs by tying it into a ponytail.
Step 4: The rest depends on the style of bangs you’re going for. If you’re going for shorter bangs, try to make them as straight as possible, and if the bangs go below your eyebrows or eyes, cut them diagonally.
Step 5: Blow-dry and style your bangs. Check if there are some strands that need fixing.
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