From classic waves to a neat updo, celebrities always display hairstyles on the red carpet. This year, so many beauty looks were seen repeatedly, but one trend stood out: bangs. From wispy to bold curtain and romantic styles, bangs will be a major hairstyle trend in 2026.

Whether framing the face with a side swoop or adding edge to a sharp bob, celebrities of all hair lengths pulled off bangs.

Wispy and Scanty

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Lisa stepped onto the red carpet with long, straight bangs that fell below her eyebrows, almost touching her lashes. Her fringe was light and sparse, giving a delicate look that created a soft transition into her loose waves.

Bold and Sharp

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Rei Ami went for bold, sharp-cut bangs that fully covered her eyebrows. The fringe was defined with slightly longer edges at the sides, giving it a strong, angular shape. This contrasted with Lisa’s soft, scanty bangs.

Curtain Bangs

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She wore classic, lightly tapered bangs that skimmed just above her eyes. Her fringe was slightly parted to the side and blended right into the rest of her hair. The style complemented her face shape.

Asymmetrical Bangs

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Natasha Rothwell had a bob with front-facing bangs. The cut wasn’t perfectly even; some strands were slightly longer than others, giving it a natural look. Also, the bangs weren’t sharp or dramatic, instead, it was soft and flowed naturally into the bob.

Full and Rounded Bangs

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Alison Brie wore full bangs that framed her forehead. They had a slight curve at the ends that followed the shape of her hair, creating a soft look.

Side Bangs

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Rose Byrne had airy, fluffy bangs that were swept to the side. The fringe blended into her layered bob,  adding subtle volume to her hair.

Soft Peek‑Through Fringe

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Jennifer Lawrence bangs weren’t heavy or full set type, it was more like a curtain‑style section that brushed gently toward her eyes before falling back into her loose waves. The look added softness around her face while still showing her curls.

Micro Bangs

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The final celebrity showed off a short, choppy micro bangs that added an edgy touch to her look. Some strands fell straight down while others angled slightly to the left or right, creating a different edgy look.
Bangs remain a popular red-carpet choice.

The 2026 Golden Globes after-parties offered a stage for stars to reinterpret their red-carpet glamour into more relaxed, yet equally clean evening looks. Jennifer Lopez closed the night in a crystal-embellished Tamara Ralph gown, while Teyana Taylor paired couture with street-inspired accents, Priyanka Chopra balanced corseted tailoring with sultry elegance, and Zoë Kravitz translated her red-carpet outfit into a remarkable mini dress. The celebrities also embraced hair and fashion transitions that allowed movement, texture, and ease without losing the meticulous styling that defined the awards.

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Evening shapes shifted toward playful experimentation: metallic mini-dresses, sheer layering, and unexpected combinations of cut, texture, and shine carried the energy of the ceremony into late-night celebrations. Hair followed the same shift, with smooth waves, soft tendrils, sculpted updos, and glossy blowouts that moved naturally with each outfit change. The after-parties showed that post-ceremony styling could be relaxed yet carefully considered, maintaining a consistent and harmonious look throughout the night.

In short, the after-hours scene highlighted a balance between refined glamour and relaxed sophistication, with celebrities navigating the night in looks that were at once stylish, wearable, and faithful to the spirit of awards-season fashion.

Below are the best looks.

EMMA STONE

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