The best hairstyles for a round or elongated face
At KURO, we master every cutting technique, but we also dare to stray from the beaten path. We do not cut by the book, but by what suits you. We look beyond your face. We consider your hair, your posture, your style and your rhythm of life. A haircut should match how you live and move. Our inspiration comes from everywhere. From the catwalk, from the streets, and from the way you walk in. Because style does not start with rules, it starts with character.
Still, there are shapes that often work well as a foundation. Specific lines in the hair can give a round face more strength or bring balance to a long face. In this blog, we share which hairstyles often work well for a round or elongated face. Not as a rule, but as a starting point. The rest, we decide together in the chair.
Curious which look suits your face shape? Book an appointment now at KURO, the hair salon in Rotterdam where no face is standard.
Recognizing your face shape
A round face has soft features. Your cheeks are full, your jawline is rounded, and your face is about as long as it is wide. It has a youthful softness, but certain hairstyles can make it appear wider than it is.
An elongated face, on the other hand, is clearly longer than it is wide. Often you’ll see a high forehead, a narrow jaw, and little width in the cheeks. It has something elegant, but can come across as harsh if the hairstyle is not balanced.
What works for a round face
If you want to add more structure and length to your look, layers around the face are a strong choice. Think of a long textured bob, a side fringe, or added volume on top. These elements create the illusion of length and add character to the silhouette.
Hairstyles that add a lot of volume to the sides can make the face appear rounder. But that does not mean you need to avoid them. You can also play with those lines. An asymmetrical cut or undercut can break up the round shape and add edge to the overall look. Especially when combined with a bold color or styling, it becomes something that goes beyond safe.
What works for an elongated face
With a long face, you want to visually add more width. You can do that with curtain bangs, waves or a fringe. By breaking up the length of the face, you create balance and movement.
A medium length haircut with texture around the cheeks or jawline softens the features and draws attention away from the length. Very long, straight styles without layers can make your face appear even longer. But that too can be a stylistic choice. If you want something sleek and defined, it works perfectly.
Forget the rules
At KURO, we do not believe in haircut rules. Phrases like “you should never wear bangs with a round face” or “short hair does not suit a long face” are not in our vocabulary. What matters is how you feel with your hair. Sometimes it works best to go against the rules. To break a classic shape with a sharp line. Or to combine a soft cut with a bold color.
That is why we look beyond shape. We look at texture, movement, your way of being. Sometimes it clicks instantly, sometimes we need to explore it together. But we always aim for a haircut that feels right and says something without words.
Visit KURO
Want to find out which haircut brings out the best in your face shape? Book an appointment at KURO in Rotterdam. We listen, observe, think along with you and are not afraid to say no if something does not suit you. That way, you do not get a standard haircut, but a style that truly works for you.