Bella Hadid Brings Back Retro Bangs
Bella Hadid turned heads at Milan Fashion Week with fresh retro bangs channeling a groovy 1970s vibe at the Miss Sixty presentation. Her new look signals the return of vintage-inspired hair and beauty trends on the runway. The style choice reinforces Milan's status as a global fashion capital and offers fresh inspiration for vintage-loving fashion followers.
The 1970s fringe was a departure from the shorter, blunt bangs of the 1920s or the micro-bangs of the 1950s. In the '70s, bangs became longer, softer, and more layered, often skimming the eyebrows and framing the face. This decade's hairstyles, born from the hippie movement, emphasized a more natural and less structured look. Icons like Jane Birkin, Joni Mitchell, and Olivia Newton-John popularized the brow-skimming bangs that complemented long, natural hair. Another defining look of the era was Farrah Fawcett's feathered, flippy bangs, which became one of the most requested styles. These looks were all about movement, texture, and a carefree attitude. The "curtain bangs" that have seen a recent resurgence were a hallmark of the 1960s and '70s, famously worn by French actress Brigitte Bardot. This style is characterized by a center part and bangs that sweep to each side, like curtains framing a window. Other popular hairstyles of the 1970s included the shag, a unisex cut with evenly progressed layers, and the pageboy, which saw a revival with a shorter, sleeker look. For men, long hair and facial hair gained widespread popularity during this period. The modern take on these '70s styles often refines the original look with less extreme volume for a more wearable, contemporary feel.
