Dakota Johnson has long been a poster girl for effortless beauty, and once again, she’s made a serious case for fringe envy.
Spotted stepping out in Tribeca this week, the actress looked impossibly chic in a sheer, curve-skimming black dress - but it was her latest hair update that truly stole the show.
Meet bottleneck bangs: the flattering, face-framing fringe that’s equal parts retro and modern - and the hairstyle set to dominate summer 2025.
© GC ImagesUnlike the full, blunt fringe Dakota was once known for, this new iteration is softer and more sculpted. Sitting somewhere between Stevie Nicks’ seventies nonchalance and Brigitte Bardot’s voluminous Sixties glamour, bottleneck bangs curve gently at the edges while still offering solid forehead coverage through the centre. The result? A face-framing shape that looks polished but still gives off a breezy, undone feel.
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© Getty ImagesIt’s not just the shape that’s changed, either. In recent months, Dakota has traded her signature chestnut brown hue for a deep, glossy jet black. Oh, so chic!
The inky tone adds a grown-up edge to her romantic, lived-in fringe and enhances her porcelain skin and bold features beautifully. It’s a subtle switch, but one that has completely transformed her look.
© Getty ImagesThe appeal of bottleneck bangs lies in how versatile the style is. Feathered at the ends and skimming just above the lashes, they’re easy to maintain, grow out well, and work with most hair types and lengths.
Worn with the American actress' signature long layers, the style evokes 70s rock-and-roll glamour, but with a fresh twist that makes it equally at home on the city streets. This updated fringe feels perfectly timed for the warmer months, where beauty is leaning into softness and a free-flowing feel.
© GC ImagesIt’s no surprise that hairstylists are already tipping bottleneck bangs to be one of the most requested cuts of the upcoming season. If you needed any more convincing? The Madame Webb actress just made them look cooler than ever.
So, if you’re in the mood for a seasonal switch-up that doesn’t require a dramatic chop, take cues from Dakota. Bottleneck bangs might just be the low-maintenance, high-impact cut your summer hair moodboard needs.
