Before getting into what styles are best for this face shape, you may be wondering if you even have a square face shape or not. To figure out if these are the styles for you, take a look at your face.
Short Haircuts for Square Faces
If your forehead, cheekbones, and jawline are all the same width, you most likely have a square face shape. When it comes to crops and cuts, the right haircuts for square faces are those rife with waves, layers, or a combination of both. They’re a powerful enhancement to your facial features, giving them some symmetry. Check out our gallery of short haircuts for square faces that complement your features (and your lifestyle!):
1. Wavy Bob
A mid-length bob with waves is feminine, young and vibrant. It’s one of many great short haircuts for square faces. This hairstyle looks fuller on a thick mane, but if you have thin hair, ask your stylist to infuse some subtle scattered layers within your cut to add strong texture and body. This wavy bob creates a favorable softness around the face. Use Suave Dry texture Finishing Spray to help enhance the beachy texture of your waves.
2. Side-Swept Bangs and Part
People with square faces tend to have a very strong jawline. If you want to soften your face, opt for a side part with side-swept bangs.
3. Curly Pixie Short Hair for Square Face
Embrace your hair texture a bit more with a curly pixie with choppy layers. Opt for a longer top that will help accentuate your natural texture and will allow you to alter the curls from time to time. Some days you may want a tightly coiled curl and others you may be in the mood for a looser curl! This pixie may be short, but by varying your curl, you end up with great short hair for square face.
4. Wispy Short Cut
This sexy haircut gives your self-esteem an extra boost with some edgy layers. The feathery layers of this short haircut will help soften your jawline and create a flexible movement in your hairstyle.
5. Wavy Shag Haircuts for Square Faces
You’re still the trendsetter amongst your group of gal pals. This is one of our favorite haircuts for square faces. Opt for a statement-making shag like this one: The shaggy ends of this cut offset the squareness of your face. If you already have a wavy texture, ask for longer layers at softer angles; these layers will help frame your face and minimize some width at your cheeks. The bangs will also artfully camouflage a strong hairline on a square face shape. To hold your style in place throughout the day, use TRESemmé Compressed Micro Mist Boost Hold Level 3 Hair Spray. This spray will lock your style in place while still allowing your hair to be moveable.
6. Mussed Long Bob
This may not be a super-short haircut, but if you currently have a set of very long locks and you want to take baby steps, this may be the right square face hairstyles for you. Ask your stylist to chop your locks right to the top of your shoulders. Add a side-swept front fringe to soften up the lines of your face. The mussed-up effect of this haircut should be achieved with a strong layering game, which will give you a modern “undone” look.
7. Side-Swept Pixie for Square Faces
Delicate side-swept bangs paired with a short pixie cut can reshape the appearance of your square face. Plus, it’s a great option if you want to achieve an edgier look. Your bangs should be long enough to offer you some versatility, allowing you to style them to any side you want or tuck them away—which is especially crucial on a hot summer day. Allow your bangs to stand out by flicking the ends outward with a flat iron. The wispy effect you’ve created softens up the hairline, making the sharp lines less prominent. Alternatively, smooth your bangs across your forehead for a simple and classy everyday look. It’s details like these that can turn a haircut into amazing haircuts for square faces.
8. Shoulder -Length Hairstyles for Square Faces
Want a little length to your hairstyles for square faces, but still want to keep it on the shorter side? Try a shoulder-length cut. This works with all hair types, and if you want to add softness to the style, now is the time to go for bangs!
9. Chin Length Bob for Square Faces
Believe it or not, the chin-length bob works with and not against your square face. So go ahead and try out that pageboy you’ve been always wanting. This hairstyle for square face accentuates but doesn’t draw too much attention to your jaw. Try not to go any shorter than your chin as a shorter length will make your jaw stand out, and expose the sharp lines. The length of this particular bob should frame your jawline giving it a soft appearance.
10. Pixie Haircut for Square Faces
If you want to go really short, decide on an on-trend hairstyle like the pixie haircut. This stylish haircut will highlight your amazing bone structure since the length reveals more of your face. You can tone parts of your face down by adding a wispy front fringe or a side-swept fringe to this haircut which also gives the haircut an edgy appeal. Give your style some definition by styling it with TRESemmé Extra Hold Hair Gel.
11. Short Fringe for Square Faces
A shorter fringe complements a square face. Have your fringe stop at least an inch higher than your eyebrows to take the edge off the angles around your forehead area. This baby fringe is super light and airy and you don’t have to worry too much about them getting into your eyes which longer bangs tend to do. However, keep this bad boy trimmed with a slight dusting of the ends, maintaining the overall shape and style. Pair these stylish bangs up with an elongated bob or a shorter crop and tousle with your fingers for an undone finish.
12. Straight Lob with Side Bangs
If you want to try a lob style, add some layers and side bangs to the look. This will help take away some of the emphasis on your broader forehead. Plus, the lob length paired with straight strands will help create the illusion of an elongated face shape!
13. Face-Framing Half Updo
When finding the perfect haircut for a square face shape, face-framing pieces will help add softness and feminine look to your broader forehead and jawline. Plus, this style is very trendy right now and looks great with updos or when wearing your hair down.
14. Curly Shag Haircut
If you have naturally curly hair, a shag will be an amazing short haircut for you! This cut is very flattering on curly hair and the layered shagginess will help soften your angular face and jawline.
15. Curly Bob Haircut for Square Faces
Opting for a short bob cut when you have curly strands and a square face shape will soften your jawline. Plus, choosing a side part over a middle part will take away from the broadness of your forehead.
16. Curtain Bangs and Bob for Square Faces
Curtain bangs are one of the most popular hair trends of the year! Luckily for ladies with square faces, this style is also super beneficial to you. The curtain bangs will help eliminate the broadness of your forehead by covering up the corners of your forehead.
17. Headband with Side-Part
If your hair is feeling flat or you’re having an off hair day, go for a side part and add a headband. This type of part will elongate your face and add volume to your style while the addition of a headband adds interest and a pop of color.
18. Wavy Lob with Bangs for Square Face Shapes
It’s important to know, straight bangs aren’t completely off-limits for ladies with square face shapes. When sporting this style, wear the rest of your hair in choppy wavy layers to offset the straight line of your fringe.
19. Sleek Lob
When opting for a sleek single-length haircut, it’s all about making sure your style is the correct length. A square face shape will be most flattering with a long bob that hits just below your chin. This paired with the sleekness of your style will help elongate your face. Are you thinking about trying out one of these styles? Be sure to snap a picture and tag us @AllThingsHairUS!
