Diamond Face
Fringe, texture and end volume are useful references if you want to distribute visual weight away from the cheekbones.
What defines a diamond face?
A diamond face is widest across the cheekbones, with a narrower forehead and a narrow, sometimes pointed chin. The cheekbones are the standout feature and the top and bottom taper in.
Works to explore
Fringe, a textured bob and volume through the ends are starting points when you want framing at the forehead or jaw.
Be careful with
Slicked-back styling or concentrated cheek-level volume puts the focus on the cheekbones. It is a strong option when that is your aim.
Ask your stylist
Can you place the fringe and layers around my natural part and texture so they are practical between appointments?
Not sure this is your shape? Measure your face shape or Read the full Diamond Face guide before you pick a cut.
Blunt Bangs with Top Knot
Sharp, blunt bangs soften the widest point across the cheekbones, while a sleek top knot lifts hair up and away to balance a diamond face's narrow forehead and chin. The strong horizontal line at the brow works as a visual anchor, keeping the eye from lingering on angular cheeks.
Curtain Bangs with Long Layers
Face-framing curtain bangs part gently over the forehead, narrowing its width while long layers cascade past the cheekbones to soften a diamond face's most angular point. The result is a fringe that opens up the eyes without emphasizing the pointed chin below.
Long Beach Waves
Loose, undone waves add width at the jaw and forehead, softening the pronounced cheekbones that define a diamond face shape. The relaxed, textured movement throughout the length keeps the silhouette rounded rather than angular, for an effortless everyday look.
Shag Cut with Bangs
Choppy, textured layers throughout a shag cut add volume at the forehead and jaw, filling out the narrower points of a diamond face shape. Wispy bangs break up the width of the cheekbones, creating a soft, effortlessly edgy frame for angular features.
Sleek Long Layers
Smooth, sleek layers fall straight past the cheekbones, gently grazing the diamond face's widest point rather than framing it tightly. The polished finish elongates the face while subtle layering at the ends keeps the narrow chin from looking too sharp.