Hairstyles for the Oblong Face Shape

To wrap up my posts on different hairstyles for different face shapes, I want to talk about those of you with a long, or oblong, face shape.

If you have this face shape there are hairstyles that look good and hairstyles that look bad on you.  So here are some rules when considering a hairstyle for your particular face shape.

*If you have straight hair, you can create more width with bangs.  Bangs make your face appear shorter because they cover up a particularly large forehead.  You can wear anything from blunt bangs to long, side-swept bangs.

*Chin-length bobs and cuts are also ideal for you because they create the illusion of width.

*Long, straight hair is typically a no-no on a long face shape because it drags the face down.  However, you can break this "no long hair" rule if you have waves or curls.  A lot of body adds width to the sides of the face.

*Consider the uber-trendy long bob, which is very flattering on a long face.  Ask your stylist for an "A-line long bob" where the back is about 1.5 inches shorter than the front.

*If you like short hair, avoid short layers that add volume on top.