FACE SHAPE-OVAL(MEN)

OSTENTATIOUS OVAL

 

Your face length is longer than the cheekbone width as well as a forehead width larger than your jawline. It’s likely that both your chin and jawline aren’t pronounced and have a slight roundness to them.

OVAL FACE SHAPE SPECIFICATIONS:

Above you will note the diagram that analyses the hallmarks of an Oval face shape. The face width gradually reduces from the forehead with a sloping jawline. With its even proportions, features are usually visible but not angular.

With balanced characteristics, this shape has been considered the so-called “ideal” face shape. Its neutral composition and lack of dominant features allow for a great versatility in styling from hairstyles to eye-wear.

CELEBRITIES:

Justin Biber,Ryan Gosling,Ryan Reynolds,Dwayne Johnson,Jake Gyllenhaal,Cole Sprouse,George Clooney,Robert Downey Jr.,Jude Law,Varun Dhawan,Chris Hemsworth.

BEST OVAL FACE SHAPE HAIRSTYLES:

Being a well-proportioned structure, an oval face has the rare privilege to be free in experimenting a variety of styles. Nevertheless, a classic short back and sides with a little length on top is a foolproof solution. Whilst texture and volume on top sharpen the shape, discretion is advised with fringes, which run the risk of softening the features and making the face appear rounder.

DO:

• Wear hair off forehead to create volume and angles on top

DON’T:

• Avoid forward fringes

RECOMMENDED HAIRSTYLES:

BEST OVAL FACE SHAPE BEARD STYLES:

With no structural or proportional weaknesses, men with oval shaped faces have the luxury to experiment with a wide variety of beard styles. That said, it’s important to respect the face’s proportions and avoid making it appear too round. Aim for angular finishes to bring out your features.

RECOMMENDED BEARD STYLES:

BEST OVAL FACE SHAPE MOUSTACHE STYLES:

Oval face shapes can experiment with a variety of moustache styles but care should be taken that the moustache isn’t too long. Large, bushy moustaches that curl over the lip will reduce face height and make it appear round. Sharpened edges and angular finishes will overcome this and retain structure.

RECOMMENDED MOUSTACHE STYLES:

BEST GLASSES FOR OVAL FACE SHAPES:

As oval face shapes as the so-called “ideal”, they can be much easier to style. However, to ensure that your proportions stay well-balanced, there are certain steps to take. For instance, it would be a shame to lose harmony due to glasses that don’t work.

Indeed, oval face shapes have chameleon-like properties and their subtle features can be curbed or emphasised according to taste. Therefore, even more eccentric styles tend to work well. That said, try not to go for anything that well throw your proportions off entirely.

Balanced and classic styles are always safe choices. The most ideal options tend to be more angular styles as they will bring your features out. If you opt for anything too round, it may soften them or give your face a rounded appearance.

Finally, ensure that your glasses fit. Even if you’re oversizing, try not to go for anything that will dwarf your face and make it appear too small or round.

RECOMMENDED GLASSES FOR AN OVAL SHAPE:

ACCEPTABLE GLASSES FOR AN OVAL FACE SHAPE:

BEST COLLAR STYLES FOR AN OVAL FACE:

If you are fortunate enough to have an oval face, you needn’t really worry about your collar. Because your face is naturally well balanced and symmetrical, all styles will suit you. When you’re choosing a new shirt, it’s a matter of personal preference, so have fun experimenting with a variety of styles to work out your favourite.

RECOMMENDED HATS FOR AN OVAL FACE SHAPE:

If you have an oval (egg shaped) face you are lucky that you have a versatile choice of hats. Your forehead is slightly larger than your jawline. Your face is longer than it is wide and you have a straight line from your slightly wider temple to your narrower jaw with an angled round chin. Ideally, you would want a hat that sits low on your forehead with a wide or flared brim. Hat styles that suit you best are Fedora Hats, Cowboy Hats, Cloches that sit low on the forehead, Newsboy Caps, Fishermen Caps, Boater style with rounded brims.  It’s best to avoid narrow or flat brims and go for low crowns and wide flared brims.

FACE SHAPE-OVAL

                                    

          ORNATE OVAL

    

DEFINING CHARACTERISTIC:

Evenly balanced oval “egg” shaped face. 🥚 You don’t have much softness to your face or squared/angular shape. Your face isn’t short or long. Your forehead isn’t much wider than the jawline and vice-versa.

• Widest across the temples and forehead.
• Slim proportions with a forehead and chin of almost exactly the same width.
• Prominent cheekbones and a curved chin.
• Ratio of width to length is about 1:1.5.    

CELEBRITIES:

Kristen Stewart, Charlize Theron, Elizabeth Banks, Agyness Deyn, Emma Roberts, Karlie Kloss, Sharon Stone, Britney Spears, Beyoncé, Rose Byrne, Natalie Portman, Jennifer Lopez, Jessica Alba, Jessica Biel, Megan Fox, Anne Hathaway, Kate Beckinsale, Kim Kardashian, Katy Perry, Rachel Bilson, Kate Middleton, Eva Longoria, Olivia Munn, Lily Collins, Jourdan Dunn, Bella Hadid

EARRINGS:

Most lengths, shapes and sizes. Try earrings with an oval or teardrop shape to emphasize your face shape. Chandelier, dangle earrings, hoops, open-link chain styles, and triangle shapes are stunning. Studs are great on you. To minimize a thin oval face or a too-long nose, use styles that creep up the ear or have wings that sweep upward.

Careful: Avoid styles that are overly long, as they will lengthen the oval face. To minimize a thin oval face or a too-long nose, use styles that creep up the ear or have wings that sweep upward

NECKLACES:

Oval faces can wear almost any shape or style of necklace, provided the design is in proportion to the individual, whether petite or plus-size. Necklaces should complement the neckline worn, as well as the wearer's other qualities: chokers emphasize her long neck, a long string of pearls worn flapper-style lengthens her torso and low-hanging necklaces with drops accent a low-cut neckline. The soft curves of the oval face are best accented by soft curving shapes such as pearls, ribbon, open link chain, affirmation rings and more.

NECKLINES:

 Your face is longer than it is wide. Typically, you would have a curved jawline that’s narrower than your forehead.

Type: Opt for scoop necklines work great for oval face shapes as it makes the shape of your jawline more prominent.

Width: Go for a neckline that is wider than your face to make your face appear wider than it is and balance out with the longer length of your face

Depth: Try for high necklines to camouflage length, so high crew neck and turtle necks will create the illusion of a shorter face.

• Oval faces can wear almost any neckline.

Ideal necklines: Scoop neckline, turtleneck, Nehru collar

Avoid: None

SUNGLASSES:

Any shape of sunglasses because your features are already super-balanced. Feel free to play with patterns and colors, but don’t go too crazy on the angles as they might overwhelm your face. Choose a bold shape that complements your style. Wayfarer, aviators, top-heavy frames, butterfly shapes (wings up and out slightly at the top), and oversized frames are great.

Oval faces can wear almost any frame shape, so feel free to experiment with the latest looks. The top suggestion is to wear square frames with slightly rounded edges.

Careful: Too oversized frames and shapes that cover up your symmetrical cheekbones.

HATS:

Most hats suit you so be bold and daring! Couple tips: asymmetrical hats are good, the crown of the hat should not be narrower than your cheekbones, and hats should be no wider than the width of your shoulders.

Choose large brimmed hats that are either floppy or straight,outback, brimless hats, fedoras, berets, bucket hats, boater hats, cloches, newsboy cap, baseball caps, beanies, cossacks, and turban hats. It usually works best to choose a hat color that contrasts your hair (dark with blonde, light with brunette) and complements your complexion!

Careful: Tight-fitting hats and hats with large pompoms.

EYEBROWS:

Thick, softly angled brows (think Karlie Kloss or Beyonce). A moderate arch instead of a high arch (a higher arch will just exaggerate your longer face shape). You can pull off many types of eyebrows.

HAIRSTYLES:

You can be daring! With such perfect proportions and killer cheekbones—short and sharp, long and luxurious, bobbed, pixie cut, layered, curly, middle parted, chignoned, crimped, with or without bangs (blunt bangs are great on you), anything goes. Hairstyles that keep your hair away from your face to expose your best features. At least tuck one side of your hair behind your ear to show your face when you’re wearing your hair down. Bring attention to your lovely balanced face with headscarves and headbands.

Careful: Heavy bangs and hairstyles that are one length.

BRIDAL TIPS:

Oval faces can wear almost any neckline, necklace or earring style. Keep in mind the size of the bride, her coloring and the simplicity (or ornateness) of her gown--a more ornate gown can support more ornate jewelry. 

Matching the patterns, designs, textures and qualities of her gown completes the presentation. If the bride has her hair pulled back or worn up, she shows her face shape best--and gives the jewelry designer the opportunity to create matching hair jewellery.