Hailey Bieber has also been on an updo kick recently, pulling out long front pieces from her signature slicked-back styles to frame her face. While this styling is common for curtain bangs, which are typically too short to be pulled back with the rest of the hair, these celebs are intentionally leaving sleek, longer layers unswept.
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The best part about this celeb-loved look—whether you’re aiming for Y2K realness or a more modern take—is how easy it is to recreate. The key is to preserve your part, especially in the front, when pulling your hair back. Carefully section the chunks of hair you want to leave down, and secure them with a blow-out clip, barrette, or scrunchie.
Then, style the rest of your updo as usual; using a mousse or a wax stick will help you perfect a uniform, tight slickback, which contrasts beautifully with your softer face-framing pieces and textured bun. Style your “bangs” last: For the Miley Cyrus look, hit them with a straightener in a uniform C-curve motion. For a softer version, you can use a curling iron and texture spray to add a soft wave.