How to Know If You Have a Round Face Shape & The Best Hairstyles for You


At Arena Creative Hair, we believe that understanding your face shape can help you make the best choices when it comes to haircuts and styles. One of the most common face shapes is round, and knowing if you have a round face can help you select a hairstyle that enhances your natural beauty.

How to Determine If You Have a Round Face


A round face is typically characterised by:
✅ A face that is about as wide as it is long
✅ Soft, curved edges with no sharp angles
✅ Full cheeks that are more prominent
✅ A rounded jawline
✅ A shorter forehead in proportion to the rest of the face
To check if you have a round face, try measuring the width and length of your face. If they are nearly equal and you notice softer, more curved features, you likely have a round face shape.


The Best Hairstyles for Round Face Shapes

The goal when choosing a hairstyle for a round face is to create the illusion of length and structure while balancing the fullness of the cheeks. Here are some flattering styles:
✅ Long Layers – Adding layers to longer hair helps to elongate the face and create movement.
✅ Side-Swept Bangs – These draw attention diagonally, helping to slim the face.
✅ Lobs (Long Bobs) with Volume – A shoulder-length cut with added volume on top can make the face appear longer.
✅ Pixie Cuts with Height – A pixie cut with extra height at the crown can help elongate the face.
✅ Face-Framing Layers – Layers that start below the chin help add definition and avoid adding width.
✅ Beachy Waves or Soft Curls – Loose waves help add movement without widening the face.

✅ High, Textured Bun with Lift at the Crown – A soft, undone bun placed high on the head creates added length by drawing the eye upwards, while keeping the look relaxed and natural.

✅ Sleek Low Ponytail or Bun with Centre Parting – A polished low ponytail or bun with a clean centre part adds structure and frames the face, giving the illusion of more length and balance.

 ✅Half-Up Volume Style with Soft Waves – This style combines volume at the crown with soft waves below, creating movement and breaking up roundness for a balanced silhouette.

✅ Side-Swept Updo with Loose Tendrils – A side-swept pinned style with face-framing strands adds asymmetry and softness, helping to elongate the face visually.

✅ Textured Top Knot with Volume at the Sides – A wide, textured top knot with added volume around the sides adds width and lifts the face for a flattering look.


Hairstyles to Avoid for Round Face Shapes

While personal preference is key, some styles tend to emphasise roundness rather than balance it. If you’re looking to create a more elongated effect, you may want to avoid:
❌ Blunt Bobs at Chin Length – These can make the face appear even rounder.
❌ Full, Heavy Bangs – Straight-across bangs can shorten the face and highlight roundness.
❌ Tight Curls or Rounded Styles – Very tight curls that frame the face closely can add width.
❌ Middle Parts with No Layers – A sleek middle part with hair falling symmetrically around the face can emphasise the roundness.


Best Frame Glasses/sunglasses for Round Faces

1. Rectangular Frames
These add structure and contrast to the natural curves of a round face. The straight lines help elongate the face and create a more balanced shape.

2. Angular or Geometric Frames
Sharp angles and bold shapes provide a modern edge and break up the softness of a round face. Look for frames with clean lines or unexpected angles.

3. Cat-Eye Frames
This style works beautifully by lifting the face and adding more definition, especially around the cheekbones and eyes. It adds a touch of glamour while offering balance.

4. Wayfarer or D-Shape Frames
Classic and versatile, these frames are wider at the top and slightly angled, helping to slim the face visually.

5. Clear Bridge or Keyhole Bridge Frames
These help create the illusion of a longer nose and draw attention upwards, adding structure without overwhelming the face.

What to Avoid

Round or oversized circular frames may over-emphasise the roundness of the face. Rimless styles can also make the face appear fuller, so it’s best to opt for more defined or structured designs.


Your Hair, Your Choice

Whether you choose a look that follows traditional guidelines for round face shapes or opt for something more alternative or trend-led, that’s absolutely fine with us.
This blog is simply here to offer guidance and inspiration – not rigid rules. At Arena Creative Hair, we believe the most important thing is that you feel confident, comfortable, and truly yourself in whatever style you choose.
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