Grow It Forward
For years, the fringe sat quietly on the sidelines of men’s grooming with more polished styles reigining supreme – but that’s all about to change.
Gone is the Y2K heavy, side-swept fringe, as today’s version has an underlying air of cool, being much more natural.
What makes the modern fringe so compelling is its subtle impact. A few inches of hair falling forward can completely change the character of a haircut – adding movement, framing the face, and introducing the essence of effortless cool. Whether worn cropped and choppy or longer and slightly undone, the fringe has become one of the easiest ways to give classic men’s cuts a distinctly modern edge.
The man fringe is back with a bang! RUSH are here to explain the correct proportions, styling, and maintenance for 2026.
The Wispy Surfer Fringe
Jacob Elordi is no stranger to a fringe… I think it adds to his laidback Australian essence! His wispy surfer fringe is all about texture and dimension, harmonising nicely with his sharp bone structure and dominant features. Jacob has a square face shape, so I would always opt for a disconnected fringe to add dimension to the look. A full fringe would overpower his facial features and give the hair a heavier appearance – keep it choppier with lots of texture.
The Long, Disconnected Full Fringe
Another celebrity who is no stranger to switching up his look is Timothée Chalamet who recently debuted a long, disconnected full fringe which showcases his bone structure! It’s messy, ‘lived-in’ and ultra-chic, not to mention, it works with his aesthetic. Timothée suits more texture and volume in his hair as it perfectly balances the proportions of his triangle face shape, complimenting his gorgeous high cheekbones and narrow jawline.
The Short, Blunt Cut Fringe
Recently, Matt Smith has been sporting a short, blunt cut fringe which is difficult to pull off with a square face shape. This means he has a naturally wider forehead and when paired with a short, blunt fringe, this can draw attention to this area. Instead, I would opt for a wispy, curtain fringe which would balance and soften the proportions of his face for an effortlessly cool look.
The fringe proves that the smallest shift in a haircut can make the biggest difference. Whether worn soft and textured, sharply cropped, or on the longer side, it offers a simple way to reshape a look without completely reinventing it. As men continue to experiment more freely with personal style, the fringe has emerged as a versatile tool – one that balances individuality with effortlessness. It frames the face, adds character, and, perhaps most importantly, shows that modern men’s grooming is no longer about playing it safe, but about finding subtle ways to stand out.
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