The French-Girl Curly Fringe Trend Has Arrived in Brighton And It’s the Perfect Fringe for Curly Hair
And It Might Be the Perfect Fringe for Curly Hair
If you’ve been paying attention to hair trends recently, you may have noticed one fringe style popping up everywhere — the French-Girl Curly Fringe, sometimes called the Curly Birkin Bang.
At Chalk Hair Salon in the Five Ways area of Brighton, we’ve had more and more clients asking about this effortlessly cool fringe — especially those with curly hair, waves, or natural texture.
It’s soft, flattering and relaxed… the kind of hair that perfectly suits Brighton’s laid-back style.
And if you have curly or textured hair, our stylist Reid specialises in cutting curly hair and textured styles, making this fringe a beautiful option if you’re thinking about trying something new.
What Is the French-Girl Curly Fringe?
The look takes inspiration from the iconic fringe worn by Jane Birkin — a soft, slightly undone fringe that feels effortlessly chic.
But this modern version works with natural curls and waves, rather than fighting against them.
Instead of a heavy, blunt fringe, the curly version is:
• soft
• wispy
• lightly textured
• slightly grown-in looking
It sits somewhere between a full fringe and curtain bangs, creating a gentle frame around the eyes and cheekbones.
The result?
A fringe that looks like it naturally fell into place.
Very Parisian. Very Brighton.
Why This Curly Fringe Works So Well
Brighton has always embraced natural texture, individuality and relaxed style, which is probably why this fringe is becoming so popular here.
Clients visiting our Brighton hair salon often love this style because it feels modern but still easy to wear.
It Works With Your Natural Curl Pattern
Rather than trying to straighten curls into a fringe shape, this style is cut to work with the way your curls naturally fall.
That means the fringe moves with your hair and feels much more natural.
It’s Lower Maintenance
Because the fringe is wispy and blended into face-framing layers, it grows out softly.
There’s no harsh line as it grows, so you don’t feel like you need constant trims.
It Softens the Face
Curly pieces naturally fall around the:
• eyes
• cheekbones
• temples
creating a really flattering frame that draws attention to your features.
How We Cut Curly Fringes at Our Brighton Hair Salon
When it comes to curly haircuts, technique really matters.
At Chalk Hair Salon, Reid specialises in curly hair cutting and textured hair, which means your fringe is designed to work with your natural curl pattern.
Here’s how we approach a curly fringe.
Cutting Curls Dry
Curly hair behaves very differently when it dries.
By cutting curls dry, we can see exactly how they fall naturally and where the fringe will sit when styled.
It helps avoid the classic curly-hair mistake of the fringe ending up much shorter than expected.
Soft, Textured Ends
To create that soft, airy look, the ends are textured using point-cutting or soft razor techniques.
This keeps the fringe light and piecey rather than heavy.
Blending Into the Haircut
The outer edges of the fringe blend into face-framing layers, so the fringe flows naturally into the rest of your haircut.
It feels effortless rather than looking like a separate block of hair.
Who Suits a Curly Fringe?
A curly fringe haircut can work beautifully on many hair types, including:
• natural curls
• wavy hair
• textured hair
• shaggy layered haircuts
• medium length curly hair
• long curly hair
It’s especially great if you’d like to:
• soften your forehead
• highlight your eyes
• add shape to curly hair
• try a fringe without committing to something heavy.
Styling a Curly Fringe
Many people worry that a fringe will be hard to style with curly hair, but it’s often easier than expected.
A few simple techniques can help curls fall perfectly:
• finger-coil small sections
• diffuse gently on low heat
• use a light curl cream
• softly scrunch to encourage natural curl movement
The aim is soft, natural movement, not stiff or crunchy curls.
Thinking About Getting a Curly Fringe in Brighton?
If you’ve been thinking about trying curly bangs, a curly fringe, or a softer curtain-style fringe, this trend might be the perfect place to start.
At Chalk Hair Salon in Five Ways Brighton, we love creating modern textured haircuts, and Reid specialises in curly hair cutting and natural texture.
Whether you’re looking for:
• a curly fringe
• a curly shag haircut
• face-framing layers for curls
• or help embracing your natural curls
we’d love to help you find a style that works with your hair — and fits your lifestyle.