The Best Hair Styles for Every Face Shape

>>Round Face

You're face is round if it's as long as it is wide. If you have a round face, you're goal should be to elongate it as much as possible by adding volume and layers to your hair. Try bangs that are feathered, or side-swept, which will soften your face shape and make it appear more elongated. Going for gentle waves is also another style that works well.

>>Heart Face

Heart shaped faces have narrow chins and wider cheekbones. Go for curly and soft hairstyles, ones that cut right at the chin and give off the appearance of everything being symmetrical. Never slick your hair back for this look--don't do anything that overemphasizes the upper portion of your face. If your really want to go for the bangs, wispy ones will do the trick to make your face shape look flattering.

>>Oval Face

A rounded hairline with a narrower jaw line than the temples. Consider yourself blessed if you were born with an oval face. You're one of the only face shapes that can wear almost any hairstyle and still look great. Avoid heavy bangs, which can hide your face and make it appear smaller. Your best option to having bangs is to opt for blunt ones.

>>Square Face

A square jaw line and hairline. Those with square face shapes have a little more freedom with hairstyles. They can go for longer lengths with sided parts and layers or waves. Avoid bobs and parting your hair down the middle, but opt for bangs that are side-swept and sexy.

>>Oblong Face

Your face is longer than it is wide, with a rounded hairline and jaw line. Go for longer hairstyles that add height and width at the temples and cheekbones. Make sure there's volume around the neck and play with wispy bangs if your forehead is high. Don't get short hair, and avoid parting your hair in the middle. If you opt for long hair, make sure it has some layers to soften your face shape.

>>Diamond Face

A mix between oval and heart shape, with the cheekbones the widest. Bobs look good on a few people, and those with a diamond face look great with short, edgy styles. Those with diamond face shapes should always have some sort of bangs that shorten their foreheads and round their face more. You're also one of the few who can part their hair down the middle and still look great.

>>Triangular Shape

This one has a strong jaw line and narrow cheekbones. Shorter hairstyles work best for those with a triangular face shape. Most people with triangular shapes have prominent jaw lines, so layers at a short length will compliment your face the best. Avoid longer hairstyles, which will only add width to your jaw line. 

Katie Cervantes

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Fresh Hairstyles for Fall

Pixie haircuts are all the rave for the fall. Let go of your locks by going for a razored, "in your eyes" sort of look. Rhianna does it best by having a heavily layered look that makes her still look sweet, with a little edge. Make sure your face has either an oval, triangular, or pear shape so that it compliments you instead of making your face more round or square.

Side-swept bangs for men are the most popular this season. They should be layered and styled to look a little messy, but still clean-cut. Make sure the bangs don't hang in the eyes and go with a razored cut for an edgier look.

Ponytails are back and in big demand. Celebrities at the 2009 CMA awards were already sporting this style and looking fresh. Try teasing your hair before tying it back and make sure plenty of strands are loose to shape your face. Don't be afraid to have your hair in waves, but avoid curls that are too tight.

Thick bangs are definitely different and retro, especially when paired with a cute bob that cuts at the chin, or just above. Avoid layering here and go for a clean cut and bangs that cover your eyebrows. Try having a bit of an angle to the cut below your chin.

Schoolboy haircuts are sleek and sophisticated for men, adding a bit of style to any outfit and look. This look compliments any face shape and will work with hair that doesn't need to be too long. Try styling it with a gentle gel and making sure it has a bit of shine, but not too much gunk.

Waves aren't just for the summer, but they're inviting themselves over for the fall. Natural looks that are lightly styled, but not straightened or tampered with are best. Try putting a little product in your hair to take out any frizz and to hold the waves in place. Straighten the top part of your hair to take out some of the volume and kink to your curls.

Dark dyes have arrived. Dying your hair to a darker shade of brown or red is most flattering for the colder season and will give a warmer look. Try putting a few highlights in that look natural throughout the hair to compliment the layers and to make the hair look fuller.

Katie Cervantes

Live OC Magazine

www.LIVEOCMAG.com