Best Haircuts for Men With Diamond-Shaped Faces
A diamond face is widest at the cheekbones, with a narrower forehead and chin. The best diamond face hairstyles men choose add width at the forehead and keep the sides close, so the cheekbones do not dominate. A textured fringe, a side-swept style or a longer top often works well.
What does this face shape look like?
A diamond face has high, wide cheekbones, with a narrower forehead and a narrow chin. The cheekbones are the widest part of the face.
Not sure of your shape? See how to determine your face shape. These are guidelines, not rules. Hair type, density, hairline and head shape matter as much as face shape, so your barber can fine-tune any of these for you.
Haircuts that work
- Textured fringe: adds width at the forehead.
- Side-swept longer top: softens the cheekbones.
- Quiff with some forward movement.
- Medium-length textured cut with natural movement.
- Low taper: keeps the sides neat. See our taper fade page.
What to go easy on
Slicking the hair straight back can put the focus on the cheekbones and a narrow forehead, and very tall styles make the face look longer. Very tight, short sides can also make the cheekbones look wider.
Beard styles
A beard that adds width at the jaw and chin balances a diamond face. Keep it fuller at the chin and neat at the cheeks. See how to match your beard to your face shape.
How to ask your barber
- Say you want width at the forehead and neat sides.
- Ask for a textured fringe or side-swept top.
- Pick a low taper or a short, soft fade for the sides.
- Bring a photo of a haircut you like.
Questions customers ask
What is the best haircut for a diamond face?
A textured fringe, a side-swept longer top or a quiff with some forward movement. They add width at the forehead and balance the cheekbones.
Should men with diamond faces avoid slick back?
Slick back can put the focus on the cheekbones, so many people choose a fringe or side-swept style instead. It still works if you like it.
What beard suits a diamond face?
A beard that is fuller at the jaw and chin adds width where the face is narrower.
Where can I book a haircut?
Book online at any of our 3 shops in Mountain View, Sunnyvale and Campbell. Hair services run 6 AM to midnight by appointment, and you get $10 off your first service when you book online.
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