How To Identify An Oval Face Shape?
An oval face shape is characterised by being longer than it is wider. If you think you have an oval face shape, you’ll notice that your jawline will be slightly narrower than your hairline, giving you a soft, rounded and feminine look. Because of this, an oval face shape will have no prominent points or angles along the jawline or from your cheekbones.
Though we believe every face shape is beautiful in its own right, if you have an oval face shape, you’re in luck! This face shape is considered the most versatile for exploring different hairstyles, as it is well-balanced and evenly proportioned, giving you the luxury to experiment.
Some of your favourite celebrities with oval faces include Kim Kardashian, Rihanna, Bella Hadid, and Jessica Alba.
Whether you like to wear your hair long, short, straight, wavy or curly, with an oval face shape, you won’t have to compromise. Our experts at Belle Amour are here to let you in on the best styles to embrace and accentuate the beauty of your oval face.
Short Hairstyles For Oval Face Shapes
With an oval face shape, you can keep it simple or go all out edgy with your hair. The sky is the absolute limit to the number of options you have for styling your hair.
While most ladies may be sceptical about opting for a shorter cut with an oval face, shorter styles are sure to look incredible. Pixie haircuts are a fantastic choice. This hairstyle is perfect for an oval face as it helps to draw attention to your eyes and lips. Not only that, a pixie cut offers a range of styling options. For daily styling, it can be straightened and swooped to one side, whereas for an event, it can be texturised and styled upwards for a touch of drama.
Short To Medium Cuts
For those with an oval face shape, we advise you not to lengthen the face any further. Therefore, you should choose a style that helps to balance the width and length of your face. Shorter hairstyles with choppy face-framing layers can give the illusion of adding more width to the face, making it appear fuller and rounder.
Therefore, if you’re leaning towards the idea of a bob, opt for a cut that’s just a few inches longer than the traditional style. Choppy long layers or a feathered cut falling just below your jawline will help add face-framing volume and texture to your style.
Take a leaf out of Ashley Graham’s book for ladies not daring enough for a shorter style. In the image below, Ashley opts for a classic cut that’s both low-maintenance and easy to style at home. This hair length is beautiful and versatile. By keeping the hairs length just below the collarbones but above the chest it can suit both straight and wavy looks. To recreate this style, all you need is a large-barreled curling iron (we’d recommend 1.25 to 1.5 inches depending on how thick your hair is), to add loose curls throughout the mid-lengths and ends.
Longer Cuts For An Oval Face
Popular in the 1960’s, the shag haircut is fast becoming a favourite in 2022. This resurgence is owed to the internet and starlets like Margot Robbie and Taylor Swift, adding a touch of bohemian glamour to their hair. These beauties have added a geometric fringe and face framing layers for a modern take.
This sleek, long haircut works best with oval faces since the long and short layers work with the fringe to accentuate your best facial features. As well as this, the popular shag hairstyle helps to shorten the length of an oval face, making it appear more balanced. This style is easy to maintain, but regular fringe trims may be needed to keep it looking its best. We love this style and think it will work best on those with oval faces, with thicker and straighter hair types.
Find A Hairstyle For Your Oval Face Shape With Belle Amour
If you’re thinking of restyling your hair for Summer and Autumn 2022, Belle Amour is more than happy to help. Our expert hairstylists can help to revamp your hair with a cut or style that adds to your confidence and suits your face shape, whatever it is!
Why not visit our salon today and talk to our expert team? Belle Amour is located in the heart of Bagshot village and is easily accessible to those in Ascot, Camberley, Chobham and surrounding Surrey areas. Our haircare specialists will gladly answer any questions you have, offering their honest and expert guidance to help you achieve the perfect look.
Please submit your details via our online contact form with any questions you have about our services or call us on 01276 423113. From pricing to special treatment enquiries and availability, we will provide the answers! You’re in excellent hands when you choose Belle Amour.
