The fringe is the ultimate hairstyle statement for 2012. Transform your style with Trevor Sorbie's clever tips
The fringe is the ultimate style statement for 2012 and can provide an instant transformation. Infinitely variable and with the right cut, you can look groomed with minimal styling. Despite this, many still fear having the chop as they think a fringe won’t suit them; but fear not – there is a style out there to flatter everyone: ‘There isn’t a face that I have encountered that wouldn’t suit a fringe. It’s about finding the right fringe to suit you and to balance your key facial features. There are limitless combinations of lengths, thickness and softness to adapt a fringe style,’ says Alfie Booth, stylist at Trevor Sorbie Hampstead Salon.
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Read on for Trevor Sorbie’s top tips for fringes…
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The number one rule
The golden rule is to find a hairstylist you trust. At Trevor Sorbie, every stylist is tested and approved by Trevor personally. Once you have found a stylist you feel comfortable with most will offer free fringe trims, so upkeep is effortless.
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Start with a consultation
Always arrange a consultation before trying a new style - it gives you time to assess your decision and confidence you're taking the right step! Making sure your fringe flatters your features is key - long, deep fringes will suit most face shapes, as will side swept versions. Be careful with shorter and angled fringes - they can be unforgiving on strong features.
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Find your inspiration
Don't be afraid to take examples of the looks you love - this helps the stylist understand what you're looking for and how best to adapt it to your face.
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Styling at home
The right styling products and blow drying technique make it simple to style your fringe at home. Always ask your stylist for advice and a quick lesson. Make sure you invest in the right tools - a good hairdryer and a boar hair barrel brush are essential.
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Always go for a professional finish
Never take the scissors to your own fringe! You won't be able to get the shape as precise as a stylist and it's highly likely to end up wonky. A professional finish is key to keeping your look sleek.
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Keep your fringe fresh
To keep your fringe looking fresh in between washes use a spritz of dry shampoo at the roots such as the Trevor Sorbie Beautiful Volume Dry Shampoo. This will also add volume if it's looking a little flat.
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Take time over your fringe
It is important to take the time to blow dry your hair properly after washing to give your fringe a professional looking finish. Even if you're too pushed to blow dry the rest of your hair neatly, by blow drying your fringe, your style will look groomed.
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Keep your fringe product-free
Using heavy styling products can lead to greasiness and may make your hair look lank so avoid using in your fringe. Wash your fringe in between days so that it is always fresh.
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Keep your fringe glossy
If your fringe is looking dry then spritz some shine serum lightly such as the Beautifully Straightened Protect, Flatten and Shine Spray - but be sure to use the product sparingly to avoid a greasy finish.
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Learn how to dry your fringe
To avoid your fringe parting down the middle learn how to wrap dry your hair. Start with the hair soaking wet as this allows you to control the drying process to avoid a flat, unstyled natural shape. Using a flat brush, such as the Trevor Sorbie Paddle Brush, blast down on the fringe while brushing left to right rapidly so that the fringe dries straight.
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