Selecting the ideal hairstyle can work wonders for your overall appearance, enhancing your confidence and helping you put your best face forward. A pivotal aspect of achieving this is choosing a haircut that harmonizes with your distinctive face shape. In this comprehensive guide, we'll delve into the fundamental tips and recommendations for the finest haircuts customized for different face shapes. We'll also draw inspiration from some of your favorite celebrities to help you achieve a look that complements your unique features.

Determining Your Face Shape

Before we delve into the diverse realm of hairstyles, it's crucial to identify your face shape correctly. We will use the following measurements to help identify what face shape you have:

• Face Length: Start measuring from your hairline down to your chin.

• Forehead Width: Measure from one side of your hairline to the other.

• Cheekbone Width: Measure from cheekbone to cheekbone.

• Jawline Width: Measure from your chin to the end of your jawline, and then double that measurement.

Let's explore the recommendations for various face shapes and celebrity examples to guide your hairstyling journey.

1. Oval Face Shape:

Characteristics:

• Face length is the longest; forehead and jawline measurements are slightly bigger than cheekbones. 

• Softer angles with an angular jawline.

Celebrity Examples:

• Justin Bieber

• ASAP Rocky

• Ryan Gosling

Recommended Hairstyles:

• Swept-back hair with lean sides.

• Avoid fringe styles or anything that shortens the face.

2. Round Face Shape:

Characteristics:

• Your face length matches your cheekbone width.

• Your forehead and jawline are a bit smaller.

• Fuller cheeks and a slightly rounded jawline.

Celebrity Examples:

• Michael Cera

• Jeremy Renner

Recommended Hairstyles:

• Keep the sides tight.

• Add height on top.

• Avoid styles that create volume on the sides, as they can make the face look wider.

Hairstyle Keywords:

• Undercut

• Pompadour

• High and tight fade

3. Square Face Shape:

Characteristics:

• All measurements are pretty similar.

• Angular jawlines.

• High foreheads.

• Symmetrical features.

Celebrity Examples:

• Leonardo DiCaprio

• Robert Pattinson

• Michael B. Jordan

Recommended Hairstyles:

• Hairstyles that soften angular features.

• Volume and shape on the sides.

• Avoid haircuts that emphasize a short forehead.

Hairstyle Keywords:

• Messy quiff

• Textured fringe

• Layered side part

4. Oblong Face Shape:

Characteristics:

• Face length is the longest, all other measurements a bit shorter

• Broader and slightly elongated.

Celebrity Examples:

• Jake Gyllenhaal

• Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson

Recommended Hairstyles:

• Balanced hairstyles with softness on the sides and shorter on top.

• If growing your hair out, maintain equal length on top and sides.

Hairstyle Keywords:

• Textured crop

• Side-swept bangs

• Classic taper cut

5. Rectangular Face Shape:

Characteristics:

• Face length is the longest; other measurements are similar.

• Higher foreheads.

Celebrity Examples:

• Joe Alwyn

• Chad Michael Murray

Recommended Hairstyles:

• Textured and fuller hairstyles.

• Soften the overall look and add volume to the sides.

Hairstyle Keywords:

• Messy curls

• Classic side part

• Layered mid-length cut

6. Triangle Face Shape:

Characteristics:

• The Jawline is the longest, followed by the cheekbones.

• Narrow at the chin.

Celebrity Examples:

• Cillian Murphy

• Timothy Chalamet

Recommended Hairstyles:

• Hairstyles that create coverage near the forehead or in the corners.

• De-emphasize the width of the forehead to balance the face shape.

Hairstyle Keywords:

• Side-swept fringe

• Tousled layers

• Textured pompadour

7. Diamond Face Shape:

Characteristics:

• Longest at the cheekbones, shorter at the forehead and jawline

Celebrity Examples:

• Jason Derulo

• James Harden

• Jamie Kennedy

Recommended Hairstyles:

• Softer and rounder hairstyles.

• Create width on top.

• Avoid angular and high-centered styles.

Hairstyle Keywords:

• Short textured crop

• Modern quiff

• Layered waves

8. Heart Face Shape:

Characteristics:

• Your jawline is the longest, with cheekbones coming next, and your forehead being the smallest.

• Narrow chins.

Celebrity Examples:

• Nick Jonas

• Harry Styles

• Shawn Mendes

Recommended Hairstyles:

• Soft, textured, and wavy hairstyles.

• Complement the face shape and avoid emphasizing the chin's narrowness.

Hairstyle Keywords:

• Messy fringe

• Wavy side-swept

• Layered top with volume

9. Pear Face Shape:

Characteristics:

• Your jawline is the longest, with cheekbones coming next, and your forehead being the smallest.

Celebrity Examples:

• Zach Galifianakis

• Anthony Anderson

Recommended Hairstyles:

• Create width on top to balance the wider jaw.

• Avoid high and tight styles.

Hairstyle Keywords:

• Classic taper

• Medium-length textured

• Side-parted waves

In addition to hairstyling recommendations for each face shape, it's important to select facial hair that complements your unique features, just as your favorite celebrities do. Whether you have a strong jawline, a widow's peak, or other distinctive attributes, facial hair can be tailored to create a harmonious and well-balanced appearance.

Trust the Experts

At The Cage by BvrberBros, our experienced barbers are not only professionals but also friendly experts who understand the art of hairstyling and facial grooming. You can trust them to provide expert advice tailored to your individual needs. After a session at The Cage, you'll leave feeling great, with a style that enhances your confidence and showcases your unique features. Remember, confidence is the key to rocking any hairstyle! Book now and embark on a journey to a more confident and stylish you.