Wig face shape Guide
Why knowing your face shape Matters
Your face shape has a major bearing on the style of wig that looks great on you. Knowing what shape you are is the key to selecting that perfect style. Our Wig Face Shape guide guides you towards style that will flatter your look.
Oval
Best Styles
- Almost any style
- Layers
- Side Partings
- Pixie to Long
Styles to Avoid
- Extremely heavy straight Fringe
Best Styles
Almost any style
Layers
Side Partings
Pixie to Long
Styles to Avoid
Extremely heavy straight Fringe
round
Best Styles
- long layers
- Volume at crown
- Side swept fringe
- Longer Lengths
Styles to Avoid
- Blunt Fringe
- Chin length bobs
Best Styles
long layers
Volume at crown
Side swept fringe
Longer Lengths
Styles to Avoid
Blunt Fringe
Chin length bobs
square
Best Styles
- Soft Waves
- Layered Cuts
- Side Partings
- Long Lengths
Styles to Avoid
- Blunt Cuts
- Very Short Styles
heart
Best Styles
- Chin Length Styles
- Side Swept Fringe
- Soft Curls
- Shoulder Length
Styles to Avoid
- To Much Volume at the Crown.
diamond
Best Styles
- Volume at Jawline
- Soft Waves
- Side Partings
- Mid-Length Styles
Styles to Avoid
- To much Volume at the Cheeks
oblong
Best Styles
- Shoulder Length Styles
- Soft Layers
- Waves
Styles to Avoid
- Very Long Straight Styles
Face shape and crossdressers
Wig Face Shape Guide
Soften Strong Jawlines
Choose styles with layers or waves that soften angular feature’s.
Balance Forehead Width
Fringes or side swept styles reduce the appearance of a larger forehead.
create feminine contours
Volume around the cheeks and jawline adds softness and definition.
Hairline Concealment
Lace front wigs offer a natural hairline and greater confidence.
Symmetry & Proportion
The right style can bring balance to your overall proportions.
confidence is key
The perfect wig highlights your best feature’s and makes you feel like you.
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Wig face shape guide – updated June 2026.