Choosing the perfect wig isn’t just about color and texture—it’s also about finding a style that flatters your face shape! At Allusions, we have the knowledge to determine the best wig styles for different face shapes. Whether you have a round, oval, square, heart, or diamond face shape, we’re here to help you on your wig journey!
How to Determine Your Face Shape
Before picking the perfect wig, identify your face shape by looking in a mirror and tracing the outline of your face. Compare your outline to the descriptions below:
- Round Face – Full cheeks, softer jawline, and equal width and length.
- Oval Face – Balanced proportions with slightly wider cheekbones and a gently curved jawline.
- Square Face – A strong, defined jawline with a broad forehead and straight sides.
- Heart Face – A wider forehead, high cheekbones, and a narrow chin.
- Diamond Face – Narrow forehead and jawline with prominent cheekbones.
Got your shape? Great! Now, let’s find the wig style that suits you best!
Best Wig Styles
For Round Faces: The goal here is to add height and length to elongate the face. Think long layers, side-swept bangs, and shoulder-length or longer wigs. This will all help balance and frame the face. Tip: avoid chin-length bobs or any style that would make the face appear rounder.
For Oval Faces: Lucky you! Oval faces suit almost any wig style. Our suggestion is short pixie cuts that show off your balanced proportion, long waves or curls to enhance softness, or classic bobs that are sleek or wavy. Tip: avoid overly long, straight styles that can elongate the face too much.
For Square Faces: Soften strong jawlines with layers and volume is the objective here. Try out soft curls or waves, a layered bob, and/or a side part. These can create a more rounder appearance if that is what you are aiming for. Tip: avoid blunt-cut bobs or center parts that emphasize sharp angles.
For Heart Faces: The goal here is to balance a wider forehead with volume at the jawline. Draw attention downward to balance the face with a Shoulder-length styles with curls. Add fullness to a narrower chin with a chin-length bob, or Soften a broader forehead with Side-swept bangs. Tip: avoid short, voluminous styles that add too much height at the crown.
For Diamond Faces: We want to add width to the forehead and jawline while enhancing cheekbones for this last face shape. Our suggestion is a Chin-length bobs with layers, wavy or curly shoulder-length wigs, and/or a side part. Tip: avoid super-short styles or excessive volume at the cheekbones.
Find Your Perfect Wig at Allusions!
At Allusions in Cincinnati, we offer a variety of high-quality human hair and synthetic wigs tailored to fit your face shape, style, and lifestyle. If you’re unsure which wig is best for you, our expert team is just a call away at 513-891-5411 for you to schedule a consultation!
