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CELEB STYLIST JOHNNY WRIGHT CREATES THE SEASON’S COOLEST CUTS BY NYKIA D. SPRADLEY PHOTOGRAPHY BY SARAH M cCOLGAN
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Wright modernizes this classic with supershort bangs. The Washington, D.C.– based stylist (who gave Mrs. Obama her newsworthy bangs last year) suggests easing into this short fringe: “Start right above the brow and work your way up over time, adding an arch rather than cutting straight across.” Wright is also SoftSheen-Carson’s artistic style director and mane man to talk-show host Tamron Hall.
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“It’s just one of those looks that make you wonder, How can I make that fresh and fun?” says Wright. He razor-cut the hair for tons of texture and made an A-line shape in the back. Choppy bangs give it a rock-star quality. If you’re on the fence, test this style out with a weave. That way, if you’re not sold, you don’t have to wait for your hair to grow out. w
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There are plenty of possibilities with this do. You can sweep feathery bangs across your forehead to keep it polished or spike it up with gel for an edgy look. Highlights add depth and texture. If you’re considering a pixie, make sure your stylist shapes it to your face. You don’t want it to look too masculine; it should still have some softness to it. Add a dab of mousse before you blowdry to leave the hair smooth and silky.