Hairstyles, Glasses and Beard Styles for a Diamond Face

Updated 2026-10-21

A diamond face is widest at the cheekbones, with a narrower forehead and a narrower jaw and chin. The cheekbones are usually the most noticeable feature.

The goal with a diamond face is to add width at the forehead and the jaw, so the cheekbones sit in balance. Use the ideas below as a starting point, and remember that every face shape looks good with the right cut. Your hair type and your own taste matter more than any rule.

How to tell if you have a diamond face

Your cheekbones are the widest part of your face.
Your forehead and jaw are both narrower.
Your chin can be narrow or slightly pointed.

Look straight into a mirror with your hair pulled back, or use a clear front-facing photo. Compare the width of your forehead, cheekbones and jaw, and the length from hairline to chin. See how to measure your face shape, or let Facerizer measure it from your photo.

Hairstyles for a diamond face

Fringe or curtainsA fringe adds width across the forehead.

Chin-length bob with volumeFullness at the jaw balances the cheekbones.

Side-swept fringeA side sweep adds width at the top.

Waves with fullnessWaves around the jaw add width.

Layered medium cutLayers at the jaw add width below the cheeks.

Textured pixie with a fringeA fringe fills out the forehead.

Worth styling with care: Slicked-back styles and cuts that are tight at the temples can leave the forehead looking narrow, and volume at cheek level adds width where you already have it. Pick them only if you like them.

Glasses for a diamond face

Often work well: Cat-eye, oval and rimless frames.
Also worth trying: Browline frames add width at the top.
Keep in mind: Narrow frames that sit across the cheekbones can look tight.

Beard and facial hair for a diamond face

A fuller beard around the jaw and chin adds width below.
Avoid trimming the sides too short if you want to balance the cheekbones.

Facial hair is optional. A clean-shaven look suits every face shape, and you should wear whatever you are comfortable with.

Quick tips

Think width at the forehead and the jaw.
A light fringe is a simple way to add balance.
Soft frames such as oval or cat-eye suit you well.

Not sure what your face shape is?

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Common questions about diamond faces

What hairstyle suits a diamond face?

Fringes, side-swept styles and layers that add width at the forehead and jaw balance wide cheekbones.

What glasses suit a diamond face?

Cat-eye, oval and rimless frames, and browline frames, suit a diamond face. They add width at the top or soften the cheekbones.

Are high cheekbones good for short haircuts?

Yes. Short styles that keep some volume at the top and sides show off high cheekbones while keeping the face balanced.

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