The best bangs for square faces can elegantly frame and soften women’s facial features. These bangs can enhance beautiful eyes and prominent cheekbones depending on the length. Here are a few suggestions from Melanie Stipdonk, a hairstylist based in Kelowna, BC.
“Having layers and texture around the face provides your hair with an effortless look. That results in a frothy softness that showcases all your best features,” states Stipdonk.
The primary rule is to maintain soft lines in your bangs. This creates the illusion of a more oval face shape.
Stipdonk suggests a curtain fringe. “It’s excellent for softening the widest part of the face and achieving balance,” she mentions. It’s a middle-parted style, but you can choose a side part for total freedom to flip or style your hair.
There are additional choices available, aside from curtain bangs. Soften heavier bangs with a point-cutting method or create a chunky effect. “It directs the eyes upward and will help to lessen the prominence of your jawline,” Stipdonk explains.
Stay within the recommended length for bangs to avoid emphasizing a broader face. Start anywhere from the eyebrows. If you enjoy tying back your hair for your workout, consider a longer fringe that seamlessly blends into face-framing layers.
A consultation is essential. “Your stylist will assist you in determining which bangs align with your preferences and lifestyle. Have a thorough discussion about what to anticipate,” Stipdonk advises.
Ready for a fresh look? Draw inspiration from these pictures of the trendiest styles of bangs for square faces.
For Women Aged 50 and Above
Women aged 50 and above hit the rewind button by choosing textured crops and choppy bangs. This youthful cut brings life to aging hair by utilizing endless layers and razored edges. This choppy crop is ultra high fashion and super on trend and serves major movement, huge volume, and a playful spirit.
Bangs with Short Hairstyles
Short hairstyles featuring bangs can be an empowering choice for angular face shapes, but it’s achievable! It’s essential to understand how to customize bangs for a square face shape to attain the perfect look. The secret lies in seamless texture and effective blending. Blending around the face and ends will soften the jawline and divert attention from sharp angles.
Bangs That Frame the Face
A face-framing fringe works on many face shapes. When customizing bangs for a square face, a rounded “short point” and blended texture will elicit the most compliments. Seamless blending around the jawline will soften the face’s contours, directing attention away from the chin and upwards toward the eyes instead.
Swept Bangs on Extended Red Hair
A swept bangs style can enhance the appearance of your extended red hair by introducing texture and creating a soft frame around your face. It’s important to consult your stylist about the ideal length that complements you and your hair type to maintain this look effortlessly.
Warm Brown French Bob with Bangs
If you’re searching for a stylish way to sport bangs with your square face shape, a jawline bob may be your answer. Its gentle, angled layers and lengths can help soften and shape your features. And while still preserving clean lines. Additionally, this style is ideal for your fine or medium hair types and will create movement in the cut. Use a texturing spray to add volume and hold without weighing down strands.
Waterfall Bangs for Long Tresses
Waterfall bangs on long tresses are a fantastic option if you style your hair and let it flow. Incorporating bangs adds visual intrigue to long locks while framing your face.
Fringe that Frames the Face on Sleek Long Tresses
You can completely transform the appearance and style of smooth long hair by adding a face-framing fringe. Bangs draw focus to your eyes while softening your features, ensuring that long hair doesn’t elongate your face. Those who prefer to wear their hair up will look charming with face-framing bangs. Combining bangs with long locks opens up a multitude of style possibilities.
For Mature Women
Softer, rounder bangs for a square face help change the face shape for a more flattering style. For mature women, adding texture and accentuating high points in the face gives a youthful look.
Long Bob with Fringed Bangs
To achieve the most flattering effect, maintain your length just below the chin and above the shoulders, opting for curtain bangs. This will enhance your face shape and highlight your most attractive features.
For Ladies Over 60
This hairstyle is ideal for ladies over 60! The layering in this look is so soft and flattering, enhancing your face shape beautifully. If you’re uncertain about trying this style, consult with your stylist and go for it.
Curly Hair with Face-Framing Bangs
Choosing face-framing bangs is an excellent option if you have curly hair and a square face. I recommend a cut that provides a versatile appearance. It should create balance and soften the jawline while enhancing your curls. Remember to be cautious with removing too much weight from the shape. It can turn limp and flat, making it difficult to style. Instead, consider a lighter yet structured approach to your layers. Allow them to frame your face while showcasing your beautiful curls.
Edgy Thick Bangs for a Rock Vibe
Explore thick bangs with a rock-inspired flair if you’re looking for a bold hairstyle that enhances your square face shape. This look is perfect for infusing a hint of edginess into your style while complementing your facial features. Thick bangs create a focal point that draws attention away from the angles of your face, softening your overall appearance.
Textured Bangs
It’s fascinating how textured bangs can transform your entire appearance. Ask your stylist to start small if you are ready to experiment with bangs. Just a few choppy pieces in the center blended into the sides can create a significant effect. To blend bangs into the sides of your hair, begin with the center part. Then, over-direct each side to the opposite side of the head and cut. If you want to be seen and make a statement…get that square face bangs.
Delicate Transparent Bangs
Delicate transparent bangs offer a refreshing change from all the blunt and side-swept styles we’ve encountered recently. Assist your stylist by bringing some photos of bangs you admire in this style for optimal results. This will enable both of you to achieve a flawless version of these bangs that are customized for you.
Straight-Cut Bangs
Straight-cut bangs make a striking impression. Defined edges in a hairstyle can accentuate the angular features of a square-shaped face.
Extended Bangs
Extended bangs serve as a chic option for those with a square face shape. Soft, gradual angles around the eye line and cheekbones work to soften the appearance of a strong jawline.
Elegant Blonde Curtain Fringe
You’ll want to opt for an elegant blonde with a curtain fringe at your next salon visit. Be ready to adore the shaggy layers of fringe framing your face. Don’t forget to style your curtain fringe by moving backward in the corners to achieve this trendy shape. Blonde highlights accentuate this stunning cut and enhance the layering. You’ll need a salon visit every 8-12 weeks to keep up with your cut and color.
Wavy Locks with Fringes
Wavy locks with fringes assist in breaking up the length, providing more structure and enhancing the hairstyle’s appeal.
Textured Soft Shag with Fringed Bangs
Have you ever thought, “Would bangs suit me?” You’re definitely not the only one. Fringed bangs are the perfect option for you; they’re the style to explore this year! Fringed bangs can be effortlessly styled or pinned back, making them a low-commitment choice. They can also draw the eye away from the jawline and beautifully soften your features.
Textured Bottleneck Bangs
Want to accentuate your facial features? Opt for the bottleneck bangs style. It looks stunning with hair that is shorter around the eyes. The style, often referred to as a curtain bang, frames the eyes and cheekbones beautifully. It features shorter hair in the center and longer edges. This style pairs well with both long hair and short bobs.
Feathery Bangs
Feathery bangs are an excellent choice for contouring a square face. Deliberate snips paired with subtle peekaboos of the face will illuminate where desired and obscure what you prefer to conceal. Feathery bangs can look best with sleek locks, so be sure to apply a smoothing serum or cream during your blow dry. REF of Sweden’s “Stay Smooth” is a fantastic option as it works for any hair texture.
Face-Framing Bottleneck Bangs for Every Face Shape
Over the past year, the fringe has transformed into numerous styles. This variety allows for different features and hair textures. Face-framing bottleneck bangs are lengthy and soft, making them ideal for wavy to straight hair. These textures are designed for effortless styling. A quick daily refresh can be simple. All you need are tools to help maintain the look. A blow dryer, flat iron, round brush, and velcro rollers are just a few essentials.
Extended Curtain Bangs
Extended curtain bangs are an excellent option to create the illusion of a longer face. Maintaining gentle lines within the haircut is perfect for individuals with a square facial shape looking to soften their overall appearance.
Feathery Side Bangs on a Platinum Bob
If you want a bold hue with dimension, try side bangs on a platinum bob. With my years of experience, achieving this color can be a process, but if you can be patient, you will get there!
Curtain Bangs and Layered Dimensions
To keep medium-length hair flowing, consider internal layers paired with curtain bangs. Layers effortlessly blended into the hair provide movement without the heaviness of traditional layering. Curtain bangs soften the angles of a longer face shape, enhancing overall balance.
Effortless Ombre Style
When it comes to low-maintenance hair, a lived-in balayage ombre is the perfect option to create a soft look. An ombre has a darker base color that transitions to lightened ends. This gives a sunkissed effect. The dimension and depth in the hair are ideal for a square face shape. It creates a softness around the sharper points of the face. For square faces, bangs are a superb option to help soften any strong angles around the face. Keep bangs around the eyebrow length or longer. Ask your stylist to make them longer outside to create softness around the cheekbones.
Collar-Length Lob with Sheer Bottleneck Fringe
My top recommendation for square face shapes is to consider the length and subtle elements of your bangs. A collar-length lob with a sheer fringe adds a gentle nuance. It can be highly flattering and offers a softened appearance. To maintain this look, use Schwarzkopf OSIS+ Strong Finish Firm Hold Hairspray.
Chin-Length Hairstyle with Flowy Choppy Bangs and Loose Tendrils
A chin-length hairstyle with choppy bangs and loose tendrils is an excellent choice. If desired, opt for longer layers around the face to enhance softness and movement. This look flourishes when there’s some texture to it. Consider using a texturizing product like Oribe’s Dry Texturizing Spray. It will provide your hair with additional volume and body. Keep your style fresh between salon visits. Be sure to communicate any specific styling needs to your stylist. For instance, managing cowlicks or adding extra hold.
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