Heavy fringes are back in (Picture: Rex)

Taylor Swift stunned on the red carpet at this week’s EMA event.

Though her dress was eye-catching, we can’t stop thinking about her fringe.

Thick, full and long, her fringe just grazed the tops of her eyes and it’s as healthy as fringing can look.

Fringes are having a moment again, with the face-framing fringe and Birkin look back in, to name just a couple.

Hold fire though – this doesn’t mean it’s time to chop your locks into a similar shape.

Will a fringe sat close to eyes annoy you? Do you like to have hair off the face? Will going from no fringe to a heavy fringe feel like too big a change?

These are the questions you should be asking yourself.

Nicole Petty at Milk & Blush says: ‘Taylor Swift’s recent red-carpet appearance at the MTV Europe Music Awards, where she sported a fabulous up-do and heavy blunt fringe, has us all wondering if we’d be able to pull it off.’

There are some things to consider first.

A beauty moment (Picture: Anthony Harvey/Shutterstock)

Your face shape

Nicole says: ‘Firstly, you need to consider your face shape, as a fringe has the power to alter its dimensions. Blunt fringes, like Taylor’s, are best suited for oblong face shapes, which are long and narrow, as they can make the face appear fuller and smaller.

‘Meanwhile, oval faces also suit a blunt fringe, but one that is slightly softer and wispier.

‘Square face shapes often have a strong jawline which better suits a thick fringe that extends to the eyebrow or just below.

‘It might be an idea to transition slowly, with a less weighty fringe, that overtime you can get more hair cut into.

The second thing to consider is the size of your forehead, as a fringe can make a larger forehead look smaller and vice versa.

She adds: ‘Fringes are most suitable for larger foreheads, as they can conceal their size and draw attention away from them.

‘Those on the smaller size might not suit such a heavy fringe, due to the lack of space.

‘However, there are plenty of other fringe styles that would suit shorter foreheads, such as a wispy fringe.

‘Additionally, there is a common misconception that fringes only work on straighter hair types, but this is not true.

‘Fine hair is most suited to a blunt fringe as it can create the illusion of thickness.

‘But a fringe can look fabulous on all hair types, just make sure to cut one that is best for your hair texture. For instance, curly bangs look great if you have curly hair, but remember to get it cut when it is dry to ensure it’s not too short.’

Styling and maintenance

The first thing here, is how often will you be prepared to trim it?

Nicole says: ‘For best results, ask your hairdresser to give the fringe a trim every two to three weeks, depending on how fast your hair grows.’

Taylor’s look is similar to Birkin bangs, but with a blunter edge. To soften the look, you could try thinning the ends.

Nicole adds: ‘Birkin bangs are long and eyelash-skimming, with a feathery look and texture. Plus, they are cut so softly that there aren’t any harsh or blunt lines.

‘The idea is that they require very little maintenance or styling and still leave you looking cool and chic if you leave the house in a hurry.’

With a blunt end, it’s harder to get away with a messy and undone look.

Tempted to cut a fringe? (Picture: Shutterstock)

So that leads us onto the next question: what is your hair type like?

Anyone can get a fringe, but if you want it to look straight, are you prepared to style it that way regularly if your hair doesn’t naturally fall that way?

If you know low maintenance looks are your vibe, this might be one to miss.

Growing it out

Lastly, how do you feel about growing it out?

The fuller the fringe, the harder and more irritating this is to do.

Try using a clip in fringe first to see how much you like the look without the commitment.

And if you’re still keen, snip away.

Nicole says: ‘If the thought of committing to a fringe permanently is too scary, a great alternative is to invest in a clip-in fringe piece and wear it a few times to see how different fringe styles suit you and if you have a preference.

‘When you’re finally ready to take the plunge and get a fringe cut, it is better to keep the fringe slightly longer, to begin with. That way, if you like it, you can cut it shorter or grow it out in next to no time if you don’t.

‘And remember to always talk to a salon professional to get a second opinion and style suggestions before getting a fringe cut.’

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The first thing here, is how often will you be prepared to trim it?