Triangle Face Shape
Narrow forehead with a broad, strong jaw — the widest point is the bottom. Add width up top to balance.
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What defines a Triangle face shape
Narrow forehead with a broad, strong jaw — the widest point is the bottom of the face.
- Jaw wider than the forehead
- Narrow upper face
- Strong, prominent chin
Forehead width
Compare it to the jaw and cheeks.
Compare it to the jaw and cheeks.
Cheekbones
Often the widest point of the face.
Often the widest point of the face.
Jaw width
Across the jawline, just above the chin.
Across the jawline, just above the chin.
Face length
Chin to hairline, the vertical span.
Chin to hairline, the vertical span.
Best hairstyles for a Triangle face
Long-tail picks that flatter your bone structure.
Men
Women
For men
Volume and fringe on top
Textured crops to balance the jaw
Avoid very short sides that emphasize width below
For women
Layers and volume at the crown
Side bangs to widen the forehead
Chin-length or longer to soften the jaw
Best glasses for a Triangle face
The frame shapes below — tap the names to see what each looks like:
Round
Square
Rectangle
Oval
Cat-eye
Aviator
Top-heavy and decorative frames
Cat-eye and browline shapes
Avoid bottom-heavy frames
How a Triangle face compares to the others
Not sure which shape is yours? Here's what sets Triangle apart from the other six.
Oval
Balanced length and width, softly rounded — the most versatile shape.
Round
About as wide as it is long, with full cheeks and no angles.
Square
Broad forehead and a strong, angular jaw of equal width.
Heart
Wide forehead and cheekbones tapering to a narrow, pointed chin.
Oblong
Noticeably longer than wide, with a straight, narrow cheek line.
Diamond
Narrow forehead and chin; cheekbones are the widest point.
Frequently asked questions
What defines a triangle face?
A triangle face has a narrow forehead and a broad, strong jaw — widest at the bottom.
How do I balance a triangle face?
Add volume and width at the forehead and crown; side bangs help narrow the jaw read.
Best glasses for a triangle face?
Top-heavy, decorative frames like cat-eyes balance the wider jaw; avoid bottom-heavy shapes.
Not sure which shape you are?
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