{"id":108034,"date":"2026-04-13T14:03:29","date_gmt":"2026-04-13T13:03:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zine.modalova.com\/zine\/?p=108034"},"modified":"2026-04-13T14:03:29","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T13:03:29","slug":"year-2026-marks-grand-return-of-fringe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/uk.modalova.com\/zine\/year-2026-marks-grand-return-of-fringe\/","title":{"rendered":"The year 2026 marks the grand return of the fringe!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

We forget it and it comes back. The fringe is surely one of the most symbolic hair transformations marking a change in life. Personally, after a breakup, childbirth, or a new job, I’ve always changed my hairstyle and always\u2026 adopted a fringe, whether it’s trendy or not!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re like me and love to change your look with every major event, you\u2019ll need to visit the hairdresser soon, because the fringe is back!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which fringe to adopt? We\u2019ll examine everything to choose the best fringe, because yes, there are several ways to wear this hair detail that changes everything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The curtain fringe: the timeless cool<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It’s impossible to talk about fringes without starting with this one. The curtain fringe is a sure bet<\/strong>, the one that never betrays us. Slightly open at the forehead, it frames the face without enclosing it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In 2026, it\u2019s worn softer than ever, almost blurry, with the effect of \u201cI styled my hair without really thinking about it.\u201d Perfect for those who want to try a fringe without too much commitment, it grows out easily and integrates naturally with the rest of the hair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s also the fringe for the undecided, the free spirits, for those who want change without turning everything upside down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The straight fringe: the big change<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On the contrary, we find the straight fringe, sharp, assertive, almost graphic. It\u2019s THE fringe that instantly transforms a face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In 2026, it returns in a more modern version: less stiff, slightly layered, but still with that strong line that draws the eye. It adds character, structures the features, and imposes a style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is the fringe of radical decisions<\/strong>. The one we cut after a revelation. The one that says: \u201cI\u2019m changing, and I own it.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The micro-fringe: the arty fringe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tell me you’re a DJ without telling me you’re a DJ. Well, I live in Berlin, so I’m cheating a bit, because the micro-fringe is the sociological detail in Berlin to signal to the whole world that you\u2019re a DJ, DA\u2026 in short, someone interesting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But now the micro-fringe is expanding its boundaries and attracting more and more followers in 2026<\/strong>. Always shorter, it stops well above the eyebrows and immediately adds a fashion, almost artistic, touch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The micro-fringe suits those who already have a micro-bob like actress Lily Collins, aka Emily in Paris<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s not the easiest fringe to wear, let\u2019s be honest. But it\u2019s probably the one with the most personality and the most feminist. It breaks the codes, attracts attention, and gives a bit of a punk vibe. So, it doesn\u2019t suit everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The layered fringe: the worked natural look<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you love effortless looks, then the layered fringe is made for you. Light, airy, almost invisible<\/strong>, it brings movement without weighing down the face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In 2026, it completely blends into the hair. You can hardly tell where it begins or ends. It complements layered cuts, soft lengths, and slightly \u201cmessy\u201d hairstyles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s the everyday fringe, the one that doesn\u2019t require much maintenance, but changes everything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Shall we take the plunge?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The fringe is never just a hairstyle. It\u2019s often a small detail when we want to start a new chapter in our lives. A fresh start, a desire for change, a way to regain control over our image.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In 2026, it returns in all its forms to adapt to every personality. Whether you\u2019re more discreet, bold, indecisive, or radical, there\u2019s definitely a fringe made for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And in the end, the real question may not be which<\/em> fringe to choose\u2026
But rather: what do you want to change?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Cover image: Zendaya \u00a9Getty Images<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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