How to Know if You Have a Heart-Shaped Face & The Best Hairstyles for You


At Arena Creative Hair, we love helping our clients find hairstyles that enhance their natural beauty. One important factor to consider when choosing a haircut is face shape. If you have a heart-shaped face, certain styles can highlight your best features, while others may not be as flattering. Here’s how to determine if you have a heart-shaped face and which hairstyles suit you best.

How to Tell if You Have a Heart-Shaped Face

A heart-shaped face is characterised by:
  • A wider forehead that tapers down to a narrower jawline.
  • High cheekbones that add to the heart-like appearance.
  • A pointed chin, often the most distinctive feature.
If these features sound like you, then you likely have a heart-shaped face!

 


The Best Hairstyles for Heart-Shaped Faces

The key  to flattering a heart-shaped face is to balance out the wider forehead and soften the chin area. Here are some of the best hairstyles:

✅ Long Layers – Soft, face-framing layers help balance out the forehead and draw attention downward.
✅ Side-Swept Bangs – These create an illusion of a smaller forehead and frame the face beautifully.
✅ Chin-Length Bobs – A bob that hits around the jawline helps create width where it’s needed.
✅ Wavy or Curly Styles – Adding texture helps to create balance and softens angular features.
✅ Shoulder-Length Cuts with Volume – This keeps attention away from the forehead and adds softness.

✅    Low, Side-Swept Bun with a Soft Fringe or Curtain Bangs – A romantic style that sits low and to one side, paired with a soft fringe or parted curtain bangs to soften the upper face and add elegance.

✅    Loose Braided Updo with Volume Around the Nape – A soft, textured braid with fullness at the nape enhances proportion and brings attention lower on the face, balancing out a narrower chin.

✅   Half-Up Twist or Knot with Face-Framing Layers – A relaxed half-up style that lifts the crown slightly while keeping length around the sides. Perfect for softening the forehead and framing the cheekbones.

✅   Textured Low Ponytail with Side Parting – A low ponytail with loose waves and a deep side part adds softness and width at the jawline, while minimising focus on the forehead.

✅  Messy Bun with Loose Front Strands – A loosely pinned bun with tendrils around the face softens the overall shape and draws attention to the eyes and cheekbones.

 ✅ Low Chignon with Volume at the Sides – A smooth, low chignon paired with gentle volume at the temples helps balance a wider forehead and elongates the neck gracefully.



Hairstyles to Approach with Caution

While there are no strict rules, some hairstyles can exaggerate certain features of a heart-shaped face. You may want to be mindful of these:
❌ Blunt, Heavy Bangs – These can make the forehead appear even wider.
❌ Slicked-Back Styles – Pulling all the hair back can emphasise the forehead and chin.
❌ Short, Voluminous Pixie Cuts – Too much height on top can make the face look top-heavy.


What glasses/sunglasses suit me?

The aim when selecting eyewear is to balance the upper and lower parts of the face while softening the angles.

Best Frame Styles for Heart-Shaped Faces

1. Round or Oval Frames
Curved shapes help to soften a pointed chin and bring harmony to the face. They’re especially flattering because they contrast with the angles of the upper face.

2. Cat-Eye Frames
This timeless shape works beautifully with heart-shaped faces, drawing attention upward and complementing the cheekbones while gently lifting the face.

3. Bottom-Heavy Frames
Frames that are wider or bolder on the lower half help balance a narrow chin and bring proportion to the face. A great option if you want to add visual weight to the lower half of your face.

4. Rimless or Light-Coloured Frames
These offer a softer, less structured look that won’t overpower a more delicate chin. Ideal if you prefer a subtle, minimal style.

5. Wayfarer or Modified Aviator Styles
These slightly rounded styles balance a broader forehead and work well if you want something classic with a bit of attitude.

What to Avoid

Avoid overly embellished tops or very wide frames that exaggerate the width of the forehead. Sharp or heavy top frames may draw too much attention upward, which can make the face appear top-heavy.



Your Hair, Your Choice!

While this guide is here to help you understand what typically suits a heart-shaped face, we believe that everyone is unique. At Arena Creative Hair, we treat every client with respect and as an individual.

If you decide you want to try something totally different, that’s absolutely fine with us! Our expert stylists will work with you to create a look that makes you feel confident and beautiful.
If you’re ready for a fresh new style, book a consultation with us today – we can’t wait to bring your vision to life! ✨
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