Jennifer Lawrence loves switching up her hair with the seasons. Last fall, she debuted wispy, Jane Birkin-inspired bangs (quickly nicknamed “Birkin bangs”), and earlier this spring, she rocked a lighter, face-framing style known as “U bangs.” Whether she’s wearing her long, flowing blonde waves or pulling her hair into an elegant updo, J-Law knows that well-placed bangs can completely change a look.

Yesterday, the actress revealed another fresh style just in time for fall: what her hairstylist, Chris Appleton, called “butterfly bangs” on Instagram. This marks the first time Appleton—who gave Martha Stewart her rose gold color this summer and has worked with stars like Kim Kardashian, Drew Barrymore, and Ariana Grande—has teamed up with Lawrence.

Jennifer’s “Birkin bangs.”
JB LacroixPhotographed by Marco Lessi

Lawrence appeared as a presenter at the LVMH prize ceremony, held at the Fondation Louis Vuitton in Paris. Her signature, nearly waist-length blonde hair was styled in soft, tousled waves that highlighted her multi-tonal blonde color. Her new bangs start at the cheekbones and sweep upward to lightly graze her eyebrows, staying full and textured without looking heavy or thick. As Appleton explained in an Instagram comment, they’re “shorter and airy in the center, winging out at the cheekbones for lift and movement rather than a traditional fringe.”

Her makeup, done by Shayna Gold (who often works with Lawrence), featured a gentle, dewy base with warm coral blush, a soft nude lip, and a carefully lined brown smoky eye. As a Dior ambassador, she naturally wore a custom suit by Dior CD Jonathan Anderson: a tailored black buttoned bar jacket with fitted pants and the house’s boxy Cigale bag.

Butterfly bangs are a lighter, more fluid take on classic curtain bangs, adding a touch of ’90s-inspired movement. Because they’re so soft, they work well on most face shapes. And despite their delicate look, they still give structure and youthful energy. They’re easy to grow out naturally or maintain with occasional trims.

If you’re thinking about a new style for fall, take a cue from Jennifer Lawrence and give butterfly bangs a try.

Frequently Asked Questions
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Jennifer Lawrences Butterfly Bangs FAQs

1 What exactly are butterfly bangs
They are a wispy curtainstyle fringe that is cut to frame the face like butterfly wings They are longest at the cheekbones and shorter in the middle but they arent blunttheyre feathered and piecey so they blend softly into the rest of the hair

2 Why is everyone saying this is a fall trend
Butterfly bangs are perfect for fall because they add instant warmth and softness to a look which pairs well with cozy sweaters and richer makeup tones They also work beautifully with the slightly messier livedin hair textures that are popular when the weather gets cooler

3 How are butterfly bangs different from regular curtain bangs
Curtain bangs usually have a more defined part in the center and swoop away from the face like a curtain opening Butterfly bangs are a more layered textured version of thatthey have more wings and shorter pieces that frame the eyes giving a softer more voluminous effect

4 I have fine hair Will these bangs make it look thinner
No actually they can do the opposite Because butterfly bangs are heavily textured and feathered they add movement and the illusion of volume The key is to ask your stylist for faceframing layers that start higher up which helps lift the roots

5 Do I need to blowdry or style them every day
They require a little bit of work but not a full styling session A quick blast with a round brush to direct them away from your face is usually enough Theyre designed to look a little undone so they dont need to be perfectly smooth

6 What kind of face shape do butterfly bangs suit best
They are incredibly versatile They are especially flattering on round or square faces because the longer side pieces elongate the face For heartshaped faces the softness around the forehead is very forgiving Even oval faces can pull them offit just softens your features