| Oval | Oval faces have foreheads that are as wide as the cheekbones. The face narrows from the cheeks to the chin, forming the oval shape. |
| Around | Also called round faces, round faces are widest at the cheekbones. The cheekbones do not taper down to the chin like other face shapes. |
| Heart-shaped | Heart-shaped faces have a forehead that is wider than the cheeks. The cheeks taper further down to the chin. |
| Square | The forehead, cheeks, and jaw are all approximately the same width on a square face. Women with square faces tend to have very strong jawlines. |
| Rectangular | Sometimes called a "rectangular" face, the narrow face has the same general shape as a square face, but is elongated. |
| Diamond-shaped | On the diamond-shaped face, the forehead and chin are narrower than the cheekbones. Women with diamond-shaped faces tend to have very strong cheekbones. |
Now let's talk about earrings! The general rule when choosing earrings that flatter your face shape is balance. This means that the earrings should contrast your face shape and add balance to your look.
Oval Face Shape This face shape is the most common and also the most versatile when it comes to flattering earrings. Aside from avoiding earrings that dangle below the jawline and add unwanted length, nothing is really off limits for oval faces. Large studs or dangles are a great choice!
Round Face Shape The goal of earrings on a round face is to balance the roundness with either sharp angles or elongated dangling earrings. Tear drop earrings are a great choice. And women with round faces should avoid earrings that are round in shape or very wide.
Heart Face Shape The teardrop shape is the perfect balance to a heart face because the teardrop is heavier and wider at the bottom, while a heart is wider at the top. Heart-shaped faces should avoid studs and look for earrings where the bottom is wider than the top, like chandelier earrings.
Square Face Shape To contrast the strong angles of the face, curved hoops or earrings with a round motif are a great way to create a flattering balance. Women with square faces should avoid wide earrings that emphasize the width of their face.
Rectangular Face Shape The best look for a narrow and oblong face shape is to wear earrings with a small dangle or stud, as long dangles tend to make the face even longer. Since rectangular faces also have strong jawlines, soft curves and round earrings provide balance.
Diamond Face Shape A woman with a diamond-shaped face should be interested in stud earrings, chandelier earrings and earrings with width and soft curves. The no-no for a diamond-shaped face is an earring that is also diamond-shaped.
With these simple guidelines, you can now purchase the perfect pair of earrings!