Oblong Face Shape
Oblong faces are longer than they are wide, with a similar width at forehead, cheeks, and jaw.
Is This My Face Shape?CHARACTERISTICS
- Face length noticeably longer than width
- Forehead, cheekbones, and jaw similar width
- Long, straight cheek lines
- May have a longer nose or chin
WHAT LOOKS GOOD
Styles That Flatter
- Horizontal elements shorten the face
- Width at the sides balances length
- Bangs reduce visible forehead length
- Avoid adding height at the crown
HAIRSTYLES
Recommended
Full, blunt bangsLayers that add side volumeChin-length or shorter bobsWaves and curls for widthSide partsTextured, voluminous styles
Best to Avoid
Long, straight hairHeight at the crownCenter parts with flat sidesStyles that elongate furtherSlicked-back looks
ACCESSORIES
Glasses
- Wide frames
- Decorative temples
- Frames with depth
- Round or square shapes
Necklines
- Boat necks
- Wide scoop necks
- Horizontal stripes
- Crew necks
MAKEUP TIPS
Enhance Your Features
- 1Contour the top of forehead and bottom of chin
- 2Apply blush horizontally across cheeks
- 3Bronzer on temples and jaw to add width
- 4Flat, straight brow shapes
- 5Wider lip looks with liner extending outward
BEST CAMERA ANGLES
Look Your Best in Photos
- Slight head tilt to break vertical lines
- Avoid straight-on shots
- Three-quarter angle with chin down
- Hair framing sides of face
- Horizontal composition in frame
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