No, not curtain bangs—Dakota Johnson has just confirmed the most significant fringe trend of the season.

      Yesterday, in the work group chat, the entire team at Who What Wear UK was praising Dakota Johnson's outfit from the 2026 Time 100 Gala that took place on Thursday night. However, as a beauty editor, I found myself much more captivated by her hair. It’s no secret that fringes have been one of the prominent hair trends in recent years, and Johnson has always been an admirer of this effortlessly stylish hairstyle. Nonetheless, there was something slightly different about her fringe on Thursday, sparking discussion among the beauty team. Yes, it appears that Johnson has chosen to sport the trendy micro fringe this spring.

      (Image credit: Getty Images) As shown, Johnson's fringe was cut a bit higher than normal, and it's safe to say that we are all enamored with this shorter style. The micro fringe is no easy trend to carry off, but when paired with a wispy finish and face-framing layers, Dakota's look perfectly illustrates how fashionable this hairstyle trend can be.

      (Image credit: Getty Images) She isn't the first celebrity to try out this style; Zoë Kravitz and Zendaya have also been seen with a similar fringe over the years, further establishing its cool-girl reputation. Article continues below While I don’t know the specific products Dakota used for her newly cropped look, as a beauty editor, I do have some insight into effective hair products. Thus, I’ve compiled a list of what I believe are the best products for styling a micro fringe this season. If you’re feeling adventurous enough to try this look yourself, I highly encourage you to keep reading.

      GHD Mini Slim Hair Straightener

      For a polished finish, these mini hair straighteners are ideal for styling shorter hair.

      Babyliss Mini Radial Brush

      If you’re after some volume, consider drying your fringe with a mini round brush (like this one from Babyliss) using your favorite hair dryer.

      Aveda Tousle Texture Dry Texture Spray

      Noughty Frizz Magic Flyaway Taming Wand

      Fringes often tend to have flyaways, but this convenient wand will help keep everything in check.

      Oribe Rough Luxury Soft Molding Paste

      For texture and shine, Oribe's luxurious molding paste delivers both.

      Color Wow Extra Mist-Ical Shine Spray

      Dakota's hair appeared especially shiny on the red carpet, and this spray from Color Wow can help you achieve that look in seconds.