Whether you have a round, oblong, square, heart, or oval-shaped face, there are a number of haircuts and styles that will suit you. For example, round-shaped faces benefit from styles that elongate whereas those with more squared faces look incredible with styles that soften their jawline. But we’re here to talk about oval-shaped faces and the haircuts that are most flattering for them.
“An oval shape face is the ideal form for balance,” says Amy Abramite, creative director at Maxine Salon in Chicago. She explains that the equally petite forehead and jawline paired with a touch of width on the sides highlights the cheekbones and makes for a soft, elongated outline around the face.
What’s so great about oval faces is that any hair length and texture can suit the shape. So, whether you have a super-short pixie cut or long, hip-grazing strands, there’s a hairstyle that’ll work best for you. Below, we asked Ambramite and hairstylist Gretchen Friese for their insights into the best haircuts for people with oval faces. From Rihanna’s blunt bob to Jennifer Anniston’s long face-framing layers, keep scrolling to find your next haircut.