FACE SHAPE-SQUARE (MEN)

 SUAVE SQUARE

If you have a Square face shape, you will probably be similar to the following description:

Your length and width proportions are equal with a forehead and jawline of similar breadth. Hallmarks of this structure are straight cheeks with a broad, strong chin.

SQUARE FACE SHAPE SPECIFICATIONS:

The above diagram serves to geometrically assess a Square face shape’s key characteristics. The proportions feature near-equal length features along the width rendering the face relatively straight. Note the low-sitting eye line, defined cheekbones and pronounced jawline, which make for defined features.

With a reputation of being the quintessential masculine face, this face shape has an all-round functional structure that allows for a great range of experimentation. Its inherent virility can be honed to develop an authoritative image that commands respect or underplayed to exude a tenderness under that hard-boiled façade.

CELEBRITIES:

Brad Pitt, Liev Schreiber, Daniel Dae Kim, Kumail Nanjiani, Amir Khan, Tom Cruise

BEST SQUARE FACE SHAPE HAIRSTYLES

With its angular and masculine features, a square face can easily impress with neat and tight cuts. Extremely short styles like buzz cuts can evoke self-discipline yet a little length on top can provide some casual texture to break away from an overbearing Military look.

Deep side-parts and swept-back styles can be paired with tight fades. Alternatively an undercut to provide textured layering and bring out those chiselled features. Like oval faces, squares have the luxury of being able to enjoy most styles. Note that some specific haircuts or beard styles have guidelines that advise the best course of action.

DO:

• Tight back and sides, fades or undercuts
• Any length on top
• Layering to accent features
• Enjoy nature’s gift

DON’T:

• Avoid precision defined hairline if hair is receding.

RECOMMENDED HAIRSTYLES

BEST SQUARE FACE SHAPE BEARD STYLES:

Although this face shape is pretty flawless, men can look at way to enhance their already strong features with a selection of beard or moustache styles. Furthermore, severe jawlines can be softened by creating volume over the chin or over the upper lip whilst trimming it on the sides.

Bear in mind that hard lines in a beard emphasises pre-existing features whilst softer lines reduces them. Narrower beards may appear lost on a Square face’s surface area. Be mindful of this when styling.

RECOMMENDED BEARD STYLES

BEST SQUARE FACE SHAPE MOUSTACHE STYLES

Opt for thick moustaches that complement the face’s bulk. Square faces tend to have a larger appearance so fuller moustaches are recommended. Smaller moustaches may appear lost above the top lip for this reason. You can try angular finishes to bring your features’ sharpness out or something softer to reduce them.

RECOMMENDED MOUSTACHE STYLES

BEST GLASSES FOR SQUARE FACE SHAPES

Although oval faces are often credited as the ideal shape, square faces tend to have more freedom when it comes to glasses. Their strong and angular features create an air of confidence, which makes them far more versatile with respect to different styles.

As they’re equally structured and much sturdier in features than oval shapes, it’s harder to knock those proportions off. However, there a few caveats that should be noted beforehand. Firstly, being a square and angular face shape by definition, they should avoid overly square frames.

This is because square frames will over-emphasise your features by mimicking them. In some cases, square frames with rounded or bevelled edges may work fine. Yet if they’re as tall as they are wide, it may be overbearing and likely squash your features by shortening your face length.

Otherwise, slightly trapezoid frames such as wayfarers add enough variety that they can work quite well. Additionally, browline frames or round frames can even add a sense of sophisticated brutality.

IDEAL GLASSES FOR A SQUARE FACE SHAPE

ACCEPTABLE GLASSES FOR A SQUARE FACE SHAPE

BEST COLLAR STYLES FOR A SQUARE FACE

Similar to gents with a round face, those with a square jaw line are best suited to point collars – the forward-point and button-down would make stylish choices. Collars to avoid are those of the spread variety. These will only make your face appear wider and far fuller.

RECOMMENDED HATS FOR A SQUARE FACE SHAPE:

A square face has the benefit of strong, angular facial features, which can be overly exaggerated with hats that sport similar angles. To avoid overkill, soften them a bit with floppy or wide brims. A cloche is also a great fit for this distinctive face shape.You’ll look best in hats with wide brims, cowboy hats, sun hats, or hats that cut across the forehead, to shorten the potentially exaggerated effect of a long face. Avoid beanies for this very reason.