How to choose the right men’s haircut for your face shape

Your hair frames your face so your haircut can accentuate your best features. Hair can create the illusion of a thinner, more elongated face or draw attention to areas you love, like your eyes or your jawline.

What shape is my face?

The most common mens face shapes are:

Oval

Balanced proportions, slightly narrower at the jaw than the temples.

Square

Strong jawline, wide cheekbones, and broad forehead.

Round

Full cheeks with a softer, circular outline.

Rectangle (Oblong)

Longer than it is wide, with a squared jawline.

Diamond

Narrow forehead and jawline with wider cheekbones.

Heart

Wider forehead tapering down to a narrower chin.

Choosing the right haircut for your face shape starts with finding out which shape face you have.

Best mens haircuts for oval face shape

This is the most versatile face shape, meaning almost any style suits an oval face shape.

You could try: A quiff, pompadour or fade with plenty of volume on the top.

Avoid: Heavy fringes that cover your forehead, this can make your face look round.

Best mens haircuts for square face shape

Square face shapes have strong masculine angles, which makes structured and textured cuts good for you.

You could try: A short crop, side part, or classic crew cut to highlight your jawline.

Avoid: Flat styles that add too much width.

Best mens haircuts for round face shape

If you have a round face, your haircut should balance your features. You can do this by adding height and angles to give the illusion of a more elongated, oval face.

You could try: A high fade, pompadour, or textured quiff to elongate your features.

Avoid: Buzz cuts or full fringes, they can make your face look even rounder.

Best mens haircuts for rectangle face shape

Rectangle face shapes look best with styles that are balanced, not too short on the sides or too long on the top.

You could try: A side part, slick back, or scissor cut that adds width.

Avoid: Extra-long styles that make the face look longer.

Best mens haircuts for diamond face shape

Your cheekbones are a great feature to accentuate if you have a diamond face shape.

You could try: Medium-length cuts with volume on top and softer edges. A textured crop or modern mullet can work brilliantly.

Avoid: Very short fades that make the face appear narrow.

Best mens haircuts for heart face shape

Your haircut is going to be all about balancing your face and making your forehead appear narrower and your chin wider.

You could try: A textured fringe, medium-length cut, or layered style.

Avoid: Tight fades or slicked-back styles that emphasise the forehead.

The best way to find the right haircut for your face shape

Work with your barber. They understand your hair texture and pattern the best so they are able to recommend a style which works with both your hair type, the way you style it and your face shape. If you’re really set on a style you like, your barber can recommend some ways that you achieve the parts of the style you like with your hair.

At Wild’s, the consultation process is the most crucial part of your appointment. We take the time to understand you, your lifestyle, your hair texture and pattern to ensure we give you the exact look you’re hoping for.

If you're struggling to figure out your face shape and the best cut for you, book an appointment and we can discuss the best options for you.