How to choose the correct hairstyle for your face shape
If you find yourself asking what type of hairstyle does my face suit, look no further. You’ve decided to take the step into the unknown and switch up your hairstyle. This can be a great move if you want to completely shake up your look and give yourself a fabulous confidence boost. It’s amazing how much of a difference colour and a brand-new appearance can make, but’s worth taking the time to decide on how to choose a new style.
There are several factors to bear in mind when making a decision like this. As we all know that new haircuts don’t always go exactly as planned. As a hair stylist in Durham for over 15 years I have been able to give my clients the advice whether a hairstyle will suit them. If I feel a hairstyle will complement their face and lifestyle, I’m all for it. However, if not, then I will advise and recommend a hairstyle that I feel will suit the client.
5 Steps to decide whether a hairstyle will suit you.
Consider your face shape
One of the utter most important things you can do before deciding on a brand-new hairstyle is to consider your face shape. It’s a face that certain hairstyles look better and lend themselves to a specific face shape than others. It’s definitely taking a minute to think what you’ll look like with a new style. I have listed some face shapes below, with cuts that will compliment most.
Heart Shape Face
This shape looks great with medium and long length hair. If you have neither then these looks are easy to recreate using hair extensions. When thinking of ways to style it, think sweeping fringes and tousled curls to fully accentuate the shape.
Oval Face
If you’re going for a short style, it’s best to go for something a blunt or a strong lob. Medium and long hair also work with this face shape, whilst soft, vintage victory curl rolls really complete this type of look.
Round Faces
If having short hair is the only way to go for you, then don’t do it by halves. A pixie cut will look super slick and will help adding length to your face.
Square Face
A fringe in some shape or form really suits this face shape, either sweeping across the cheekbones or in short layers.
If you’re still unsure on what shape your face is, pop into your local hair salon in Durham and have a chat with a professional. I love giving consultations on new do’s in the Hair Salon in Durham that I am based at.
Hair Style Apps
Sometimes it can be tough visualizing what you’ll look like without taking the plunge. Thankfully technology comes into play, meaning there are loads of apps out there. These apps help simulate what you’ll look like as the new you.
This fabulous app allows you to test out a new do with a huge range of hairstyles. Simple take a photo and then apply it to your photograph.
Try on any new style virtually and match the best cut to your face!
Not an app as such, but a fantastic way to test out new locks on a photo of yourself. L’Oréal, allow you to try a new hairstyle or colour and see how it will look in reality.
What’s the latest hair style trends for 2019?
If you’re anything like me then you are constantly searching for new trends. As a hairdresser in Durham it is important for myself to keep on top of current techniques, trends and styles to make sure I can offer the very best.
It’s a fact that our favourite celebs, popular tv shows and singers have a massive influence on hairstyle trends, this and fashion shows. With a plethora of stylists and hairdressers at their fingertips, our favourite celebs always look the very best with the newest trends in hair styles, colours and even extensions.
The easiest way to look for the latest hair style trends for 2019 is to look through a few celebrities Instagram accounts and check out their most recent hair styles. You could find something you love and stay ahead of the fashion game in the process.
Complement your features
As well as thinking about the best hairstyles that suit your face, there are many other features to consider. Things like your eye colour, height and even lifestyle could determine whether you suit a hairstyle.
When I have consultations with my clients about hair extensions in Durham, I always run through a series of questions which determines what type, style and length would suit a client.
Enjoy your new style
The main thing about having a new hair style is to enjoy it. My mission is to make all my clients feel confident in their normal hair styles and new hair styles.
If you are looking for a new hairstylist in Durham, feel free to contact me for a complimentary consultation.