Triangle Face Shape
A triangle (or pear) face is widest at the jaw and narrows toward the forehead — the opposite of a heart shape. Styling adds volume and width up top to balance the stronger lower face.
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How to tell if you have a triangle face
- •Jawline is the widest part of the face
- •Forehead is narrow, the narrowest point
- •Cheeks taper inward toward the temples
- •Strong, prominent jaw and chin
Best hairstyles for a triangle face — men
- Quiff or pompadour (volume up top)
- Textured crop with fuller sides at the temples
- Faux hawk
- Medium length with width at the top
- Avoid flat, tight styles
Best hairstyles for a triangle face — women
- Volume at the crown / layered top
- Side-swept bangs
- Shoulder-length layers with body up top
- Half-up styles to add upper volume
- Avoid heavy width at the jaw
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Best beard & facial hair for a triangle face
- Keep the beard short and tidy so it doesn't widen the jaw further
- Light stubble is better than a full beard for triangle faces
- Avoid full, wide beards along the jawline
Best glasses & frames
- Browline or top-heavy frames to widen the forehead
- Frames wider than the jaw help balance proportions
What to avoid
- Tight, flat hair that narrows the already-narrow forehead
- Full beards that add even more width to the jaw
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a triangle face shape?
A triangle (or pear) face is widest at the jaw and narrows toward the forehead — the reverse of a heart shape. It features a strong, prominent jaw, which is balanced by adding volume to the upper face.
What hairstyle suits a triangle face?
Hairstyles with height and width on top — like quiffs, pompadours, and textured crops — widen the narrower forehead and balance the stronger jawline.
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