Best Haircuts for Men With Square Faces
A square face has a strong jaw and a forehead of about the same width, so the best haircuts either show off those angles or soften them a little. Short sides with a textured top, a crew cut, a side part or a quiff all work. A longer, textured top softens a strong jaw.
What does this face shape look like?
A square face has a broad forehead, a strong, angular jawline and a length that is close to its width. The forehead and the jaw are about the same width.
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
- Crew cut or buzz cut: shows the jaw and the shape of the head. See our buzz cut page.
- Short sides with a textured top: a fade or taper keeps it clean. See our taper fade page.
- Side part: a clean, classic look that suits a strong jaw.
- Quiff or textured fringe: softens the angles.
- Medium-length textured top with natural movement.
What to go easy on
If you want a softer look, go easy on very blunt, flat-top cuts and sharp straight lines across the front. They can make the face look blockier.
Beard styles
A short, neat beard keeps the jaw sharp. A fuller beard softens the corners of the jaw. Keep the neckline clean either way. See how to match your beard to your face shape.
How to ask your barber
- Say if you want to show off the jaw or soften it.
- Pick the sides: short with a fade or taper.
- Say how much texture and length you want on top.
- Bring a photo of a haircut you like.
Questions customers ask
What haircut makes a square face look softer?
A longer, textured top or a textured fringe softens the angles of a square face.
Is a buzz cut good for a square face?
It often is, because it shows the jaw and the shape of the head. Head shape matters too, so ask your barber.
Do fades suit a square face?
Yes. A fade or taper keeps the sides clean and shows the jawline.
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.
Book Your Haircut at Dandies
Pick the shop closest to you. Hair services run 6 AM to midnight by appointment. Customer service is available 24 hours.
Dandies is family owned, with family grooming roots since 1988. Hair services run 6 AM to midnight by appointment. Customer service is available 24 hours.