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It is impossible to be indifferent to hairstyles with bangs – you either love them or hate them. But what if we tell you that besides being stylish and enticing, they can also affect your appearance, confidence, and overall self-perception? No more words – let us show you how it works.
From curtain bangs to rounded fringes, here are 15 bangs for square faces to balance your appearance and accentuate particular facial features. Enjoy!
Long curtain bangs that gently frame your face and pinpoint the cheekbones harmoniously work for any face shape. But what it does for square faces is that it softens the strong angles and draws attention away from the wide forehead. Face-framing layers will also add a touch of elegance and grace to your appearance and bring airy movement and texture to your locks.
@galahairmakeup
This choppy fringe is the epitome of youthfulness. Incorporating it in medium or long tresses, either straight or wavy, helps you soften your features and boost your charm. Blend the bangs into the face-framing layers to slightly cover the strong forehead, creating a more oval face shape with an accent on the cheeks.
@mustafaserdarbekereci_
See-through bangs are a versatile choice for ladies with any hair type but mostly for those with thin tresses. While you can make them lay evenly across your forehead, sweeping them to the side is another possible styling option, working for square faces. Pair that with choppy layers all over the head, and the perfect haircut is ready!
@nunzio_nyc1
Delicate and weightless, wispy bangs look flattering on everyone, bringing a charming, youthful flair to the person’s features. They work well for those with a high forehead, as well as a strong jawline, effectively balancing the face with the softly elongated shape. Ask to make your fringe slightly shorter towards the middle and longer on the edges, as this will soften your face and overall appearance.
@thebangsbabe
A layered bob with bangs, such as this lovely French bob style, makes the angles of your square face appear softer and more feminine. Make the fringe curl outward to enhance the framing effect and emphasize your hair’s natural wavy texture.
@marisacuts
Add depth and mystery to your appearance with the long, side-part bangs, falling down over one eye. The asymmetry in this look brings softness to the angular features of square faces, enhancing your femininity and gentleness. Additionally, flatter your brown or brunette hair with warm blonde balayage for a delicate sun-kissed touch.
@glorified_beauty
While blunt bangs are a flattering choice for square face shapes, you can try something interesting and fancy, for example, these round bangs. The soft line of the gently arched bangs helps you break the squareness of your face, resulting in a pretty and elegant style. As for the hair color, you can subtly lighten up your dark locks with lavender beige babylights for a beautiful autumn brown hue.
@chinami_hair_
Not only arched bangs allow you to hide a big forehead, but they also soften the jaw, thus balancing your natural features. Besides, full fringe styles like this create height and volume at the crown, working great for straight hair prone to flatting up at the roots.
@fansesalon
Mid-length shags can work magic both on your hair and face, providing you with a mesmerizing opportunity to create a stylish and balancing look. Combine these playful layers with wispy bangs, and you’ll see the difference. You definitely won’t want to go back to other haircuts, as none of them will make you look the same as drop-dead gorgeous without commitment.
@kiyo_meynewyork
Soft, textured bangs can be combined with a variety of hairstyles, but our personal fav is long layered haircuts, trending again in 2024. Make the fringe slightly longer on the sides for a gentle face-framing effect that will balance your angular features. To perfect the look, style hair with a sea salt spray to accentuate its wavy texture and movement.
@neilmoodiestudio
Blunt bangs are a timeless classic that instantly elevates your style from nice to posh. There’s also something mysterious in a straight-across fringe, which adds depth to your gaze and accentuates the eyes. But most importantly, it fully covers the forehead, which works great for women wishing to balance the squareness of their face shape.
@nunzio_nyc1
For all the fans of low-maintenance hairstyles over there, we have a perfect bangs style for you to try without risking your hair length. Starting at the chin, this elongated version of curtain bangs gently frames the face, covering its widest parts, such as the forehead and jaw. Additionally, you can style your hair both with the center part and to the side, switching between the looks wherever you want something new.
@kennethstoddarthair
Inspired by the French Riviera and iconic model Brigitte Bardot, these bangs are made for those aiming for a fashionable standout. They perfectly match undone hairstyles, allowing you to create a chic, stylish look on the go by subtly tousling the hair at the crown.
@hairbycaityp
Hairstyles complemented with baby bangs can surely help you make a statement with your appearance and draw all the attention to your unique style. A blunt cut micro fringe enhances your facial structure and accentuates the face shape in all the right places. Style your bangs with a medium-hold spray to keep them in place for the rest of the day.
@yukistylist
If you prefer thinner fringes, don’t miss these trendy airy bangs, ending just above the eyelashes. They are more delicate than wispy bangs, which makes them an ideal solution for those with fine hair craving a fringe.
@felix_kiekiesalon
Complement your aesthetic with one of these fringe styles and enjoy the harmony and softness they give your facial features. Remember, there’s no right or wrong choice, listen to yourself and pick whatever inspires you for this small yet meaningful transformation!
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