January 13th, 2011 
maureen The style of your hair is not, as some people seem to think, a separate issue from the rest of your appearance. Why else would it be generally agreed that certain styles “suit†a certain personality, fashion sense or shape of face? Your hair style is a huge part of your overall image, but it works in conjunction with numerous other factors. A style that is disparate from the rest of you can be jarring, so be sure to choose a style that complements your appearance.
One of the key areas your hair can affect and be affected by is of course your face. Your hair, no matter what style you choose to wear it in, frames the face – sometimes even by its absence. Particular areas of importance are the fringe, lying on your forehead if you choose to have one, and bangs – these are the sections of hair that frame the fringe, hanging down each side of your face. They may be shorter than the rest of your hair, longer, or the same length.
Choosing how to style your bangs and fringe can change the appearance of your face in a flattering way. Just as vertical stripes are said to be slimming and bright colours complement a warm complexion, so can a hairstyle make your face look slimmer, softer or longer. We are rarely satisfied with what we’ve got, and styling your hair in a certain way can make you feel happier and more comfortable with the shape of your face.
For particularly round or heart shaped faces, a curved fringe and bangs that curve inward are not recommended as they merely serve to accentuate the curvature of the face. Instead, a straight fringe and either straight bangs or bangs that flick outwards will make your face look longer and therefore slimmer. If you have an opposite problem, such as a face that seems too long or too square, bangs that curve inward will give the face a softer shape. If you worry about the symmetry of your face, go for an asymmetrical style such as a side fringe to draw attention away from the face itself.
These are just a few of the ways you can style your hair in order to change what is communicated by your overall appearance. You can style your hair one way one day, and a drastically different way the next – just be sure to always choose a style that makes you feel comfortable. If you’re going to be styling your hair often, it’s also a good idea to invest in a high quality styler from ghd. For styling the fringe and bangs, a miniature styler such as the ghd IV Mini Styler is perfect; small in size but large in power, heat and hold.
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