Leave it to the internet to wage war on our most beloved beauty trends. The latest beauty casualty? Side fringes. Yes, first TikTok declared that side-partings were under fire and with them came our beloved side fringes. How can this be? Side fringes are widely accepted as the most flattering style for every face shape and forehead length, not to mention their uncanny ability to conceal overgrown roots and scraggly lengths. To put it plainly, side fringes aren’t just pretty. They’re useful, too.
In return for their decades of loyal service, it’s only right that we step in to defend them now and take a firm stance on this polarising subject. We’re pro side fringes in this house! And we’re not just being stubborn. We actually believe the classic style still has legs. But don’t just take our word for it. Ahead, find 25 of our favourite examples of side fringes in all their glory. Scroll on to see the proof and prepare to recommit.
Kravitz’s micro-fringe looks so chic all the time, but especially when pushed to the side.
The subtle side part in Nyong’o’s curly coif makes for the perfect fringe.
This fringe has a slight bend, so it looks even better swept to the side.
There’s nothing like a loosely curled tendril to add the most elegant touch to any hairstyle.
Jenner is the queen of the power pixie and always finishes her hair with a piecey side fringe. Iconic.
This smooth side fringe is giving major ’90s vibes.
So much yes to Lipa’s pseudo-fringe. Just flip your bob to one side and you can get the look, too.
Thompson demonstrates how to get a similar look with box braids. Just gorgeous.
The only thing better than a coily fringe is a coily, side-swept fringe like Washington’s.
Mara’s new haircut is really doing it for us, especially that built-in fringe.
Blanchard’s shaggy fringe is so perfect, even when pinned back with dainty hair clips.
This vintage-looking fringe may or may not be a clip-in, but either way, it’s so good.
This tousled side fringe gives Hadid’s cropped wig some serious edge.
This long, layered side style is timeless.
Loose, cascading curls are so pretty, too.
Here, Hudgens demonstrates how to up the ante on a sleek side-fringe moment with this face-hugging style.
The side fringe plus all that volume is a recipe for success.
We’re living for this retro-inspired high ponytail and smooth swoop courtesy of our girl Graham.
Side-swept beach waves are always a vibe.
Even with an eyebrow-grazing fringe, a side-swept moment coupled with beachy waves just never gets old.
A curly fringe gives us life, especially when it leans to one side like Shahidi’s.
Still recovering from Stewart’s undone, textured side fringe. From cut to colour, it’s all working.
Riri got it right with this mod look complete with a flip and side swoop.
See? Side fringes are hot-girl approved.
Cyrus’s edgy texture is so cool, right down to the effortless sweep of her fringe. Up next, the 8 biggest hair trends for this spring.
