Choosing the most complimentary earrings for your face shape The size and shape of your earring is important when figuring out what kind of statement you want to make. They can bring out your best features or point to your flaws ~ reflect and draw light and color onto your face. | |
A Round face seems almost as long as it is wide, with the greatest width at the cheeks ending with a rounded chin. Look for squares, oblongs, rectangles or angular shapes. Elongated designs draw the attention down instead of around. Avoid: Large circular shapes and hoops that will accentuate roundness. |  |
The Oval face is considered the classic shape. The forehead is wider than the chin with a gently rounded hairline. Cheekbones are dominasitent then narrows slightly into a rounded chin. You can wear most shapes. chandiliers, teardrops, triangular and round are especially flattering. Avoid: Extremely long shapes that will seem to elongate your face and neck. |  |
The Rectangular, Long or Oblong shaped face is an elongated square shape, noticeably longer than wide. Try to find wide curvy shapes that will create the illusion of width across the middle area of your face. Short bold designs will add attention and color right where you want it. Short to medium length chandeliers or simple studs will look great. Avoid: Long, angular dangles that will mirror your face shape. |  |
The forehead of a Square face is about the same width as the jaw line. The squared jaw is dominant. Medium size rounded shapes with soft corners such as a teardrop or shell shape are complimentary. Avoid: Large, square or angular designs that can make your face seem wider. |  |
A Diamond shape (very similar to the Heart Shape) is broad at the forehead with an angular jaw and square hairline. Widest at the cheekbone and narrowing at the forehead and chin line. Look for straight lines with soft curves that are wider than long. Smaller drops and studs look best. Avoid: Diamond and sharp angular squares designs. |  |
The Heart or Triangle shape is wide at the forehead and cheekbones that tapers to a narrow chin. Look for dangling teardrops or oval shapes that have a broader bottom...this will add width at the chin line. Avoid: Heart shapes and also shapes that come to a point or narrow towards the bottom. |  |