People with round faces often deal with the problem of looking chubby even if they are skinny below the neck. A round face often gives away a bigger body image, and if you have been struggling to be the hot one from the cute one, we have some hairstyles to help you out. Here is a list of some of the top hairstyles recommended by stylists to shape your face correctly and not make you look plump. Keep scrolling to check them out!
How To Choose The Right Hairstyle For Your Round Face Shape?
Choosing the right hairstyle for your face shape is about creating balance and enhancing your face shape and features. Since you have an angular face with wide cheeks, opt for styles that add vertical length and minimize the roundness of your face. Long and face-framing layers work well, as they create the illusion of a more elongated face. A long bob (lob) with a slight angle is another excellent choice, giving you a more defined appearance. Pixie cuts with volume at the crown add height and create definition, while asymmetrical cuts elongate the face and provide a modern edge. Side-swept bangs take the focus off your face shape, while textured waves or curls bring softness and create the illusion of a slimmer face. It’s important to avoid blunt, chin-length styles and excessive volume at the sides. Read on for the best hairstyles that you can try!
27 Hairstyles For Round Chubby Faces
Your hair length also impacts the overall effect your hairstyle has on the shape or appearance of your face. Our curated list comprises hairstyles for varying lengths, ensuring there is something for everyone. So, go ahead and find the perfect look for you!
Hairstyles For Short Hair And Round Chubby Faces
Short hairstyles are great for adding volume at the crown, creating angles, and elongating the face for a more balanced look. They are, hence, ideal for round chubby faces. Let’s check out some examples below.
1. Blunt Bob
Mila Kunis is comfortable playing with textures and cuts like a blunt bob. This sleek look with a side-parting frames her round face perfectly. It adds contrast and depth to her look perfectly. What You Need
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2. A Straight, Divine Part
This badass short bob is sure to awaken a sense of power within you. Modern and sleek, this look is especially perfect for working women who want to give off an air of total control and who do not have the time to mess around with intricate hairstyles. The deep side part manages to conceal some of your cheeks. The volume added at the roots elongates your face.
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3. The Pixie Cut
God, no one does a pixie cut better than Ginnifer Goodwin. A pixie cut with a side parting recoups the broad jaw and chin line. The volume created by the subtle spikes on top add length to your face and are the perfect mixture of edgy and feminine.
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4. The Mohawk
OK, I know you must be thinking, what woman in her right mind would voluntarily sport a Mohawk? I’ll tell you what kind of woman. The kind who believes in making her own rules and playing by them. Plus, it draws the eyes upwards, thus diverting attention away from the roundness of your face.
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5. Blonde Bob
If you are looking for the best short hairstyles for fat faces, then here it is! There is definitely something classically romantic about soft curls. And when done on a short shag bob with side-swept bangs, they instantly draw the attention away from the widest part of your face and make it appear thinner.
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Hairstyles For Medium-Length Hair And Round Chubby Faces
Medium-length hairstyles suit round chubby faces by offering balance, creating the illusion of length, and enhancing the overall facial structure with layers. Scroll down for some stunning inspiration.
6. Messy Bun
If you are looking for round-faced celebrity hairstyles, Jennifer Lawrence is another celeb you can take inspiration from. She is not only at the peak of her career but is also killing with her stylish hairstyles. The casual yet elegant messy bun makes her face appear longer and slimmer. What You Need
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7. Boho Waves
This relaxed look with a side part and super bouncy waves gives off some serious boho vibes. The highlight of this look is that the longer layers help to elongate the face and create more volume near the neck.
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8. The Sleek And Straight Look
It doesn’t matter if you are a college student, a working woman, or a full-time mother. This hairstyle caters to every woman’s needs. The shoulder length hair will help streamline the roundness of your face and accentuate your chin and neck.
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9. A-Line Hairstyle
A long bob with pointed edges on either side, this style is edgy in the most literal sense of the word. The sharp and equal hair on both sides provide symmetry to your face and make your face and neck look longer. Plus, it will make you look incredibly smart and put together.
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10. Side Bangs
When I think of a rich, elegant woman hosting a gala dinner, this is the picture that springs to my mind. The long, side swept fringe is perfect for anyone with a round face and a long forehead. The classy bun can be done up in about 5 minutes.
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11. The Broken Up Curls
This style is as simple to do as it looks. Even a hairstyling novice can perfect this look the first time they try it. The shoulder length curls not only make you look sexy but also make your face seem thinner and elongated.
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12. The Vintage Glam Look
If you have always harbored the desire to look like those gorgeous pin-up girls, then you have come to the right place. This vintage glam look with a side parting and tight curls is the perfect choice to complement your round face. The deep side partitioning helps to soften up the roundness of your face.
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Hairstyles For Long Hair And Round Chubby Faces
Long hairstyles help elongate the appearance of a round face cut. They help create a slimmer effect by adding vertical lines. Check out a few references for long tresses below.
13. Bold Bangs
Now, this is a look I have experimented with and absolutely love. Getting these dramatic bangs almost makes you feel like a whole new person and gives you a kind of confidence you never knew you had. While the straightened layers frame your face from the sides, the edgy bangs play up the eyes, making them the focus. So, if you are on the lookout for long hairstyles for round faces, this one is worth a shot!
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14. Lovely Layers
Honestly, Gigi Hadid can do no wrong. Take this style, for example. Her layered cut done up in bouncy curls add volume all around her face, thus exaggerating her look, instead of focusing on her round face. Absolutely genius, this style.
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15. Long And Luscious Bangs
Now this is a style that I want to try out on a date night. Look, how girly and romantic it looks! The luscious bangs done up in curls softly frame your face while the tousled side braid draws the attention towards it. It also elongates your face.
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16. The Side Part
This look has something mysterious about it, doesn’t it? It kinda reminds me of a classic Bond girl who has killer hair and hides dangerous secrets. Parting your hair above the middle of either eyebrow helps in creating asymmetry in your face, resulting in face-flattering angles.
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17. The High Bun
Kendall Jenner is always on top of the hair game, isn’t she? Her choppy bangs picturesquely frame her face from all three sides and conceal her cheeks. The high bun draws the attention upwards. Basically, this style ticks all the boxes in our checklist of face slimming hairstyles.
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18. The High Ponytail
This look is the epitome of the typical high school teenager style. The wavy high ponytail creates an impeccable definition for round face shapes. It draws the attention to the top of your head, and adds to its height and volume, underplaying the roundness of your face. This is the best hairstyle for chubby faces, as it is doable in less than five minutes.
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19. The Waterfall Twist
The first time I watched a tutorial for this look I was like there is no way I’m going to be able to do this. Then I actually tried it out and proved myself wrong. Not only is waterfall effect created by this look stunning, but it also drapes your hair perfectly around your face to slim down its roundness.
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20. The Half Updo
Have a wedding to attend? Perhaps a fancy dinner party? If it’s a formal occasion, this updo style is perfect for it. The teased-up pouf at the top of your head fulfills its sole purpose of adding volume on top. Thus, it makes your face look slimmer in contrast. Pretty clever, isn’t it?
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21. Milkmaid Braid
There’s a reason this milkmaid braid look is there on every hair YouTuber’s channel right now. Not only is this braided stupid simple to recreate, but it also looks so intricate that it completely diverts the attention from your face.
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22. Twisted Ponytail
If you’re tired of the routine low ponytail hairstyles, then it’s time to try this sexy twist. This look simply involves a bit of twisting at the back and flipping the ponytail in front. The bangs slim down your face and the ponytail draws attention towards your neck.
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23. Tight Curls With Fringes
There’s something kitsch about this hair look, and I mean that in the best possible way. The tight curls capture attention in such a way that anyone looking at you will not be able to notice anything else, especially the roundness of your face. This hairstyle is great for anyone with high cheekbones and a prominent forehead.
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24. The Side-Twisted Curly Hair
If you are a biker chick (or like to pretend that you are one) then this look is made just for you. The faux cornrows on one side draw attention towards your hair and the voluminous and wild curls burrow your face and make it look smaller.
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25. Loose Ponytail
When I look at this hairstyle, I imagine a bohemian artist who lives in a little shack on the beach. The low ponytail with beachy waves looks so effortless because it literally requires minimal time and effort. The messy tendrils and the middle partition work perfectly together to frame your face and hide your wide cheekbones.
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26. The Center Part
If you want to look like an ethereal being, then opt for this style. A center partition with long layers and soft curls is the perfect option for a round face. Long hair helps elongate the face and curls give fullness near your neck. Hence, it is perfect in every way possible.
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27. Perfectly Pulled Back
If you are the maid-of-honor at your BFF’s wedding or are looking for a prom hairstyle, then this is just the look for you. A round face can look extra perfect when the hair is pulled back nicely, showcasing all your beauty. Curls look best on round faces as they add bounce and volume to your hairstyle. The side parted bangs help in creating a youthful look.
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While we have covered our complete list of top hairstyles for round chubby faces let us dive a little deeper into different cuts and focus on the forever-trending hairdo – bangs. Learn about which bangs are best suitable for round face shapes in the section below.
Bangs Recommendations
Bangs can significantly alter the appearance of a round face. So, let’s check out which bangs hairstyles are best suitable and which ones are an absolute no! Side-Swept Bangs: Side-swept bangs can be an ideal option for round chubby faces as they help draw attention away from the roundness of the cheeks. They also help soften the overall features. Wispy Bangs: Wispy bangs add a light, airy look that helps balance round faces while gently elongating the face. Layered Bangs: Layered bangs are known for adding dimension and movement, which then helps break the roundness of the face and enhance the overall facial structure. Curtain Bangs: Curtain bangs are suitable for round faces as well, as they help promote the appearance of sharper cheekbones and a slimmer face cut. Blunt Bangs: It is best to avoid blunt bangs as they emphasize the width of round faces and draw attention to the cheeks to promote a fuller, shorter appearance. Now that we have looked at the ideal hairstyles for round chubby faces, it’s time to get familiar with some styling techniques. These can further boost your appearance and support your hairdo as well. Continue reading.
Styling Techniques For Round, Chubby Faces
When styling your tresses, use a large barrel curling iron to create loose waves that add volume to the hair and elongate the face. Always curl away from the face and focus on volume at the crown to achieve a flattering look and create the illusion of a longer face. Use texturizing sprays or volumizing mousses to add body and lift at the crown that can help elongate the face shape. Opt for face-framing layers that soften the roundness by adding angles.
Are curtain bangs good for round faces? Click the infographic below to learn more about cool makeup tips for chubby faces.Illustration: StyleCraze Design Team Yes, curtain bangs can complement round faces. They draw your eyes towards the cheeks and define the cheekbones. Do wispy bangs look good on round faces? Yes, they are ideal for round faces. The long wispy bangs frame a round face more perfectly than the short bangs. Is long or short hair better for a chubby face? Long hair on round faces is ideal and universally appealing because it lengthens the face. If you have a round face, the ideal cut should be a few inches below the chin or longer. Never wear the shortest layers. Like just above your earlobe, because doing so can make you look dated, which no one wants. However, if you still need short hairstyles for round faces, try a short bob or pixie cut with side partings. Is curly hair good for a chubby face? As long as the curls start below the lips, you can wear curls on round faces without adding to the dreaded width on the sides. Can bangs help balance out a round face shape? Straight fringes are a no-no for round face shapes, because they draw attention to the fullness of your face. You can instead choose a thick, side-swept fringe that is cut at a sharp angle for a flattering fringe look. Can hair color or highlights help flatter a round face shape? Choose darker hues to get hair color with highlights to accentuate a round or chubby face. The hair doesn’t have to be very dark; just a few shades darker than your natural hair color can be a subtle way to lift your cheekbones and narrow your jawline. Should I consider face-framing layers to complement my round face shape? Layers that frame the face are great for narrowing down round faces. Some hair can be left loose around the face when pulled back into a ponytail or bun.
Illustration: Slimming Hairstyles For Round Chubby Faces
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