Hairstyle comparison
Compare the Curtain Fringe and Faux Hawk by length, shape, finish, maintenance, salon wording, and how each changes your overall outline.
Published 17 August 2026
The short version
The Curtain Fringe is defined by a centre opening with cheekbone-skimming, face-framing pieces, while the Faux Hawk uses a raised central ridge supported by shorter blended sides.
The Curtain Fringe is rated medium maintenance here, compared with high for the Faux Hawk.
| Feature | Curtain Fringe | Faux Hawk |
|---|---|---|
| Signature | a centre opening with cheekbone-skimming, face-framing pieces | a raised central ridge supported by shorter blended sides |
| Length | medium | mixed |
| Shape | soft and face-framing | central and lifted |
| Finish | airy | textured |
| Maintenance | medium | high |
Curtain Fringe
You prefer a soft and face-framing outline with a airy finish and the defining feature of a centre opening with cheekbone-skimming, face-framing pieces.
Salon wording: Ask for a centre-parted fringe that opens around the eyes and blends gradually into face-framing layers.
Faux Hawk
You prefer a central and lifted outline with a textured finish and the defining feature of a raised central ridge supported by shorter blended sides.
Salon wording: Ask to retain a longer centre strip with gradually shorter sides, keeping enough blending that the shape can also be worn less dramatically.
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