Want to highlight your best features with jewelry? Here’s how to choose the right jewelry for your face shape—because one size doesn’t fit all when it comes to style.
First Step - Identify Your Face Shape
Look at recent photos to determine your face shape. Or, if you aren’t certain which shape you are, stand in front of a mirror and pull your hair back. Using a lipstick or a dry-erase marker, trace the outline of your face on the mirror. The shape you draw will likely fall into one of these categories:
- Round – Widest at the cheeks with a soft jawline
- Oval – Forehead slightly wider than the chin; balanced proportions
- Square – Strong jawline and broad forehead
- Heart – Wider forehead and cheekbones, narrow chin
- Diamond – Narrow forehead and jawline with wider cheekbones
Best Jewelry for Each Face Shape
Round Face Shape
Goal: Add length and angles to elongate the face.
- Earrings: Go for long drop earrings, dangles, or geometric shapes. Avoid large circular hoops. Here’s an example at Harper Phinn Jewelry.
- Necklaces: Choose longer pendant necklaces (over 20 inches) to create a vertical line. Check out this long pendant necklace.
Oval Face Shape
Goal: Almost everything works—just highlight your features.
- Earrings: Try studs, hoops, teardrops, or chandeliers. Oval faces are versatile.
- Necklaces: Both chokers and longer styles work well.
Square Face Shape
Goal: Soften strong angles with curves and flowing shapes.
- Earrings: Circular hoops, medium to long curves, or drop earrings. Here’s a pair of long curve earrings.
- Necklaces: Opt for U-shaped or V-shaped necklaces that add softness and balance. Check out this u-shaped necklace to add softness.
Beware - avoid boxy, angular pieces that mimic your jawline.
Heart Face Shape
Goal: Add width around the jaw and balance a narrower chin.
- Earrings: Teardrop or triangle-shaped earrings that widen at the bottom.
- Necklaces: Shorter necklaces like chokers or 16–18" pieces draw attention upward. Here’s an example of a choker.
Tip - avoid earrings that taper to a point—they’ll exaggerate your chin.
Diamond Face Shape
Goal: Soften cheekbones and highlight the eyes and jawline.
- Earrings: Studs, small hoops, or earrings that widen at the top. Here’s a pair of perfect everyday small hoops.
- Necklaces: Short to medium-length pendants or chokers
Universal Jewelry That Flatters Every Face Shape
Some styles are universally flattering, including:
- Classic studs
- Simple solitaire pendants
- Slim hoop earrings
- Delicate chain necklaces
These styles can be your go-to choice if you're unsure what to get for yourself or when buying a gift.
Choosing the right jewelry for your face shape isn’t about trends—it’s about enhancing your natural features and expressing your true style. Happy shopping for jewelry styles that you love and flatter your face shape!