Emily Ratajkowski is no stranger to setting trends — but her latest hair transformation has the internet talking for a different reason. The 33-year-old model and actress took to TikTok to reveal what she’s calling the “worst haircut” of her life, and let’s just say, it’s not the effortless French-girl bangs moment she was hoping for.
EmRata’s Unexpected Hair Mishap
In a TikTok video posted on March 25, Ratajkowski showed off her new bangs, but instead of the sultry, face-framing layers we’ve come to expect, she revealed choppy fringe that extended far back on her head. “I have bangs on the back of my head,” she joked, visibly taken aback by the results. Comparing herself to musicians like Karen O, she playfully questioned if she had accidentally joined a rock band, and even admitted to using a filter to “feel pretty.”
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According to Ratajkowski, the haircut was *probably* intended to be a “British shag” — a trendy, edgy take on layered bangs — but the final look didn’t quite match the vision. Attempting to part the front pieces to soften the effect, she laughed at the unintentional boldness of the cut.
Fans and Celebs React
Of course, the internet had thoughts. TikTok users flooded the comments section, relating to the all-too-familiar feeling of walking out of a salon with unexpected results. Actress Julia Fox weighed in with a passionate reaction, expressing her frustration on Ratajkowski’s behalf. Influencer Tinx chimed in as well, humorously pointing out how far back the bangs started.
Despite the mishap, this isn’t the first time EmRata has experimented with bangs. Fans may recall her chic bangs at the 2022 Cannes Film Festival, proving that she’s no stranger to taking risks with her look.
Turning a Hair Disaster Into a Viral Moment
Rather than shying away from the haircut gone wrong, Ratajkowski leaned into the humor of the situation. In a follow-up TikTok, she referenced Fleabag’s iconic haircut scene — further proving her ability to take a beauty blunder in stride.
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With her signature confidence and sense of humor, Ratajkowski once again showed why she remains a social media favorite. Whether this haircut marks the start of a new trend or serves as a cautionary tale, one thing’s for sure: Emily Ratajkowski knows how to turn any moment into a viral sensation.
And dare we ask, is EmRata making the “British shag” a thing again?
