Long or 'oblong' Shape Face

For straight hair, you can create more width with bangs. Long, side-swept bangs are very modern. Chin-length bobs and cuts are also ideal for you because they create the illusion of width. Curls and waves also add width, but avoid short layers that add volume on top.

Super hot styles now: Long layers.

Celebs who share your face shape: Sarah Jessica Parker, Ashlee Simpson, Giselle Bundchen

Avoid: Stay away from extremely long or short cuts. These elongate your face. If you must have long hair past your shoulders, make sure to cut in a few long layers, especially around the face. You might also consider a v-shaped style, where the length is mainly in the back, while the sides and front of your hair seem shorter.

Styling tools you can't live without: A great volumizer.

Best

Layers work well -- again, because they give that illusion of a wider face. If you like long hair, go for it. Just don't go TOO long. Add bangs. Bangs make your face appear shorter because they cover up a particularly large forehead.

Curls & waves also add width, but avoid short layers that add volume on top.

Longer bob – great for thick, straight hair. Chin-length bobs and cuts are also ideal for you because they create the illusion of width. Any bob that comes to your chin is perfect for a long face.

Short hair on a long face works well because it allows the eyes to pop & takes attention away from hair length. However, you want to avoid a fluffy top which, like long hair, just adds more length to your whole appearance. Instead, focus on a short look with width, like this great cut.

Worst

You don't want to let your hair grow TOO long if you have a long face shape. Why? It makes your long face look EXTRA long.

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