Forever forego bad haircuts with this hair advice brought to you from Pinky’s Chop Shop!
Just like certain sunglasses look better on certain face shapes, the same goes for haircuts! Perhaps you’ve even fallen in love with a celeb’s new do and quickly schedule an appointment, and then later walk out wondering why the coif that Bieber has or the bangs Gisele just cut just doesn’t look the same!
Pinky’s Chop Shop will help talk you out of bangs — if emotional support is needed — and give you a cut you’ll love. Never fret again over a bad haircut and learn the best type of haircut for different face shapes in today’s blog!
What is Your Face Shape?
First things first, do you know what your face shape is? And while most people think their face is round, there are many more shapes that can be identified through your hairline, the length and width of your face, and your jawline.
Oval
An oval face shape has a longer length than width, with a jawline that is slightly narrower than the hairline.
Celebrities with this shape: Beyonce, Jessica Alba, Zac Efron, Chris Hemsworth.
Best Hairstyles: Any(!) — blunt bob, bangs, layers, shaved sides.
Those with an oval face have one of those coveted shapes that can rock just about any hairstyle. From fully shaved to slick and sleek, you can get away with all the hottest trends!
Square
A square face is highly angled with the cheekbones, forehead, and jawline all being the same width.
Celebrities with this shape: Angelina Jolie, Olivia Wilde, Tom Cruise, Brad Pitt.
Best Hairstyles: Quiff, Caesar, tousled curls, wispy bangs, straight hair with layers.
Round
A truly round face is one where the length and width are the same.
Celebrities with this shape: Selena Gomez, Ginnifer Goodwin, Justin Timberlake, Justin Bieber.
Best Hairstyles: Deep side part, pixie, textured bob, short and slicked back, shaved, lots of volume up top.
Heart
A heart-shaped face has a hairline that is the widest part with a narrow chin and noticeable cheekbones.
Celebrities with this shape: Reese Witherspoon, Kourtney Kardashian, David Spade, Ryan Gosling.
Best Hairstyles: Layers just above the collar bone, shoulder-length bob, loose waves, length on top, mid-length and windswept.
Long
A long face is similar to an oval-shaped face, although the chin is going to be longer.
Celebrities with this shape: Sarah Jessica Parker, Hilary Swank, Adam Levine, Hugh Laurie.
Best Hairstyles: Long layers, loose curls that start at the root, swept up with sideburns, grown out fade.
Diamond
The diamond shape has a forehead and jawline that are the same width, with wide, prominent cheekbones that are the widest part of the face.
Celebrities with this shape: Hallie Berry, Vanessa Hudgens, Jared Leto, Robert Pattinson.
Best Hairstyles: A middle part that’s sleek and straight, textured bob, taper, high-top flip.
Schedule A New Do With Pinky’s Chop Shop Today!
Still unsure of what your face shape is or what kind of hairstyle will look best? No worries! That’s why Pinky’s Chop Shop is here! Our talented stylists can help you craft the perfect cut and style that will transform your look!
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