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Boy Fringe is Taking Over Men's Cuts—Here's How to Cut It
The Complete Guide to Cutting and Shaping Men’s Fringe Boy fringe—also known as boy bangs or messy fringe—is emerging as one of the defining men’s haircut trends of 2026. Below, the industry’s leading barbers and educators break down what’s driving this look and how to cut it for modern texture, regrowth and wearability. This guide is part of The BTC Hair Trend Report, backed by our editors’ expert reporting, in-depth features, stylist interviews and trend data hairdressers can trust. What Is Boy Fringe? Boy fringe is a textured, forward-moving fringe defined by soft layering through the front hairline. ...
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