Bella Hadid has been commanding attention at Milan Fashion Week. She made her debut on the Prada fall 2026 runway, modeling four looks and shedding a layer with each circuit, culminating in a final knickerbocker set. She then hit the streets of Milan to launch her first design collaboration with the iconic ’90s denim brand Miss Sixty—and debuted a fresh set of bangs.
Emerging from a Sprinter van to a crowd of fans outside the Miss Sixty flagship, Hadid showcased an icy-blue denim set from her 35-piece collection: elongated bootleg jeans and a structured, nipped-waist jacket, worn with a white rollneck sweater and Anonymous Copenhagen pumps. The look was a perfect blend of yeehaw and Y2K it-girl.
Her hair has taken on a deeper, golden tone lately. After years as a brunette, she first went blonde at last year’s Cannes Film Festival. As a natural blonde, she kept honey-toned shades for a while before going lighter with a striking “supermodel blonde” at the Victoria’s Secret show in October, thanks to colorist Jacob Schwartz. Now, she’s returned to a warmer shade, ideal for the coming spring.
She also revealed freshly snipped bangs—feathery and light across her forehead. Not as full as Farrah Fawcett’s, but still groovy and retro. Paired with loose, undulating waves that ended just below her collarbones, the style felt bouncy and effortless.
This isn’t Bella’s first time with fringe. She sported deep side-swept bangs with an early-2000s vibe for the Victoria’s Secret runway and experimented with dense, razored bangs straight across her forehead last July. Clearly, Hadid is fearless when it comes to hair transformations.
While in Milan, she’s also personally overseeing the launch of her fragrance line, Orebella. With Paris Fashion Week and an exclusive Saint Laurent appearance on the horizon, expect more standout beauty moments from Bella Hadid, both on and off the runway.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs About Bella Hadids New Retro Bangs
Q1 What exactly are retro bangs
A Retro bangs are a hairstyle inspired by past decades Theyre typically full bluntcut and sit straight across the forehead often with a slightly rounded or heavy dramatic shape
Q2 How is Bella Hadids new bang style different from her usual look
A Bella is known for sleek middleparted or slickedback hair These new bangs are a bold faceframing change that adds a vintage groovy vibe contrasting with her modern minimalist aesthetic
Q3 Will these bangs work for my face shape
A They can suit many shapes They often soften angular faces and balance longer ones However if you have a very round or short forehead you might opt for a wispier or sideswept version A stylist can help tailor them
Q4 Are retro bangs highmaintenance
A Yes they require regular upkeep Youll need trims every 34 weeks to keep the shape and daily styling to prevent them from looking flat or greasy
Q5 Whats the best way to style bangs like Bellas
A Start with damp bangs Use a round brush to blowdry them downward and slightly under at the ends for that smooth rounded shape A light hairspray or texture spray can help hold the volume
Q6 What are common problems people have with blunt bangs
A Common issues include getting oily quickly curling or frizzing in humidity and the awkward growingout phase Using dry shampoo and antifrizz products can help manage the first two
Q7 Can I get this look if I have thin or fine hair
A Absolutely A stylist can cut them slightly thinner or add subtle layers underneath to create the illusion of fullness without weighing hair down Volumizing products are your best friend
Q8 How do I know if I should commit to cutting bangs