Every face shape needs the right earrings. In this article, we explain how to choose earrings and match them to your face shape. ♦
If you’re thinking of giving a pair of earrings as a gift (perhaps to yourself), think carefully before choosing. Not only about the price (obviously) and the shape of the jewelry (equally obvious), but also about the type of face the earrings will fit. It’s not enough that they’re aesthetically pleasing, that is, that they look good when displayed in a shop window. Nor is it enough that they’re simply precious. Every face shape should be paired with earrings that enhance the wearer. In any case, the general rule for all is this: earrings should balance the shape of the face. Those with a round face, in short, are better off wearing earrings that elongate the face, while those with an oblong head shape will look better with earrings that widen the face. With that in mind, here’s how to pair this type of jewelry.
Oval face. Those with broad cheekbones and a narrow figure, a forehead as wide as the cheekbones, and an oval face shape find it easier to wear almost any earring style. However, the ones that look best are not too long. The most suitable earrings are those that draw attention to the mouth. Women with oval faces are the luckiest: they can wear almost any earring style. It’s best to opt for a medium size.
Round face. Women with faces that tend toward a circle will look better with longer earrings that elongate the lines. For example, dangling earrings will make the face look slimmer. It’s best not to overdo it, however: excessively long earrings can also become uncomfortable. They also tend to weigh more and can be uncomfortable to wear for several hours.
Heart-shaped face. Narrow chin, broad forehead: women with heart-shaped faces can opt for short, wide earrings with substantial volume, which help widen the area of the face that narrows too quickly. The most suitable are drop-shaped earrings, that is, with proportions opposite to those of the face.
Square face. Do you have a face with accentuated, very defined angles? In this case, you can choose circular, ring-shaped earrings, which help soften the curve of the face. Classic hoop earrings are perfect both in plain metal and with gemstones: just make sure they are large enough to soften the profile of the face.
Hoop earrings. earrings for everyone. If you’re unsure about your face shape or can’t find earrings that suit you, you can opt for hoop earrings. These are small earrings, often simple circular in shape, that don’t completely cover the earlobe. The most popular are those in white gold with diamonds. They suit any type of face, but their price varies greatly depending on the size of the stone used.
