Between KATSEYE member Megan Skiendiel’s signature hime cut and Billie Eilish’s jellyfish cut, asymmetrical hairstyles are having a moment. And, when Megan swapped her iconic orange hue for a duochrome look that accentuated her short layers, she took the trend to the next level.
On April 3, Italian luxury label Fendi revealed its new campaign with KATSEYE, which showcases the brand’s signature Baguette and Peekaboo bags. To make the colorful bags pop, the members each wore a simple black tank top, but the matching moment didn’t end there. Sophia, Manon, Daniela, Lara, Megan, and Yoonchae all debuted long dark hair with bangs, which was especially exciting as fans were already speculating that the members were hiding new hairstyles for their next comeback.
Megan, however, put a twist on the look, and it might just inspire us to head to the salon. She kept her signature hime cut intact, opting to blend it into her bangs for a three-tiered look. Plus, she dyed just the bangs and the short layers a light rose gold hue, giving the look a pop of color and an edgy twist.
The money piece trend, where you dye part of your face-framing hair, isn’t exactly new — it became big in the early 2020s with stars like Dua Lipa giving it their cosign. However, this dyed bangs money piece iteration takes it to another level. We’ve seen stars like Paramore’s Hayley Williams and Lily Allen try it in the past, and it might just be the twist that reinvigorates the trend and inspires the buzzy look of 2025. (After all, the 2010s are coming back!)
Just like the group’s hit song “Gnarly,” you might not quite get these uneven styles at first glance. But step mullets, tiered layers, jellyfish cuts, and the hime cut have been steadily gaining popularity over the past few years. And with these celebs not only wearing them but doubling down on them, it seems like they’re not going anywhere anytime soon.
So, if you’re feeling tempted to give the hime cut a try, we’ve got you covered. Here’s everything you need to know about the hime cut.
What is a hime cut?
A hime cut is a long hairstyle that features short face-framing layers and oftentimes bangs. Unlike a jellyfish cut, which has short layers that go all around the head, the hime cut only has short layers in the front.
Where did the hime cut come from?
The hime cut’s popularity comes from Japan. With idols, influencers, and even anime characters wearing the look, it has spread worldwide, gaining momentum around the world.
How to maintain a hime cut
In KATSEYE’s Teen Vogue cover interview, Megan recapped the process behind keeping her hime cut intact. “I always have to get my hair — my bangs and the hime — cut, always making sure that it's blunt. I always have to cut it to make sure it's even.”
Now that she has added color to it, ensuring it’s healthy requires a few additional steps. “I try not to wash it every single day so it doesn't get super, super dry,” she says. “And I use a lot of oil and hair masks. And then especially with this new pink, since it's not super pigmented, I always have to dye it every single time I shower. Every time I shower, I need to dye it for an hour and then shower. So it's a lot, but it's fun. It's really cool.”
How to style a hime cut
There are multiple ways to style a hime cut. You can opt for super sleek chic and go for totally straight hair. Or, add a little bump to the end for a dynamic take like Megan's. Opt for some waves or curls to add some extra flair to the look. If you want your hime cut to pop, consider adding some color to the money pieces like Megan's as well.
Read more about Megan and KATSEYE’s personal style in their Teen Vogue cover story here.
