40 Flattering Haircuts and Hairstyles for Oval Faces
It can be hard to figure out the best hairstyles for oval faces. Why? Everyone knows that an oval face is the most attractive face shape for a woman. Well, that’s why if you have an oval face, you can’t just look average, you’ve got to look fabulous! There is so much you can do, and sometimes you just need a little inspiration to get started. As you’ll see from these 20 hairstyles for oval faces, the oval lends well to versatility, so you’ve got plenty of options to play with!
Hairstyles for Oval Faces
If you are blessed with the ideal face shape, you don’t need any visual correction with a hairstyle. No need to hide behind your tresses, soften any angles or add length to your face. Just don’t ruin the beauty! So simple but not always evident for girls with oval faces. Let us suggest some ideas of flattering haircuts and hairstyles that will help you shine even brighter!
#1: Choppy Long Bob
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If you prefer to wear medium length hair, we guess the lob is a great choice. This mid length cut is good for thin hair because the choppy layers give your strands some much needed extra body. Style a sexy side sweep and think of a soft ombre if you want an extra dose of femininity for your stylish look.
#2: Sleek Long Bob
A sleek bob is classic and feminine, same as an oval face shape. Want to upgrade the classic look you have worn for a while? A silver hue and asymmetry will work without detracting from the perfection of the shape and texture.
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#3: Layered Pixie-Bob
While we know you may be hesitant to add more length to your face with a vertical hairstyle, this voluminous pixie is too perfect to pass by. The height added is a great style that still allows your face to speak for itself meaning you can play around with makeup too!
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#4: Asymmetrical Choppy Bob
The delicate side-parted crop looks 100% modern and flattering. The messy styling with disconnected choppy ends is optimal for casual wear. And for a special occasion you can try on the trendy wet hair look.
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#5: Wavy Bob
If a straight bob looks sharp and bold, its wavy counterpart plays up to your softness and femininity. Let those waves be loose and shaggy at the ends. Too much sweetness and perfection aren’t the best things in modern hairstyles.
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#6: Modern Pageboy
The modern take on the pageboy haircut frames the oval face beautifully. It is a great way to tame thick hair and wear a chic cut that doesn’t work as good with any other face shape as it does with the oval.
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#7: Ruffled Pixie
The pixie is an oval face haircut that can be hard to take the plunge for, but it’s well worth it! The rumpled pixie doesn’t overwhelm your face and makes a statement all on its own.
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#8: Face Framing Layers
This medium-to-long haircut adds interest and chic points to straight hair. The layers start at the chin and go down. You can curl them in, flip out or style updos when you want a variety.
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#9: Wavy Balayage
Balayage has been all the rage recently, and we can see why! This medium haircut and soft, melting color paired with waves may be relatively high maintenance, but it is well worth the effort.
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#10: Middle Part
A center part with medium and long haircuts also works great for oval faces. Those sexy undone waves frame the girl’s face without putting too much emphasis on either the face or the hair!
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#11: Choppy Bob Cut
Short cuts pair well with oval faces – they are not supposed to conceal anything and they look cool – contemporary and sharp. The subtle texturing in this bob adds volume near the temples to help achieve a fuller look. Go with minimal styling for an edgy vibe.
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#12: Long Beachy Waves
When looking through haircuts for oval faces, you may have a bias against longer styles. One single length will weigh you down. The trick to having long hair but keeping things light is to add layers. Finish with a beachy wave for added movement.
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#13: Short Layered Cut
For short-to-medium hair, adding lots of layers instantly lifts the face and thickens the look of your locks. Ask your stylist to feather the tips for a softer finish. Style loosely by applying texturizing cream with your fingers.
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#14: Pixie Cut with Dramatic Side Part
Pixie cuts are perfect for drawing attention to your facial bone structure. The strategically placed pieces will show off your cheekbones and jawline. A deep side part veils the forehead and brings the focus to your eyes.
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#15: Long Flowy Style
The best hairstyles for oval faces don’t distract from your face but serve it a perfect frame like these charming long beach waves. Use a large barrel curling iron on the ends and then run your hands through for a flowy finish.
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#16: Messy Bedhead Layers
For an effortless wash and go look, find a style that has layers cut in at longer lengths. Allow the shortest of the layers to frame your face and stop at about the chin. Finish the longer ones with maximum disconnection towards the ends. All of the movement is forgiving if you need a quick non-styled getaway.
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#17: Long Classic Cut
You can’t go wrong with a simple timeless haircut. Compliment an oval shaped face with a long cut that features light, barely there layers. Style with simple loose curls for a polished look appropriate for work or play.
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#18: Medium Length with Subtle Layers
The best hairstyles for oval faces showcase as much movement as possible. If you have thicker hair and don’t want as many layers, that’s fine. Get your body by going with a wavy finish.
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#19: Dramatic Side-Swept Bangs
Bangs make a statement with any cut. If you’re looking to amp up the drama, but are easing your way into the world of bangs, consider a deep side part with a brushed over bang. Blow dry this section across the forehead with a round or paddle brush for a sassy style, or simply pin out of the way when desired.
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#20: Asymmetrical Bob
The asymmetrical bob is a great go-to if you already have short-to-medium hair and are looking to refresh things. It’s a modern take on the traditional cut, flattering for any face shape. Just be prepared to turn a few heads with this eye-catching style.
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#21: Textured Bob with Layers
There are many great options of short hairstyles for oval faces out there. One of our favorites is a choppy bob with lots of layers and light bangs. The added texture exudes a rock and roll vibe while still maintaining a polished finish.
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#22: Medium Cut with Textured Bangs
Medium length hair is often unfairly associated with the transitional phase that one goes through while waiting for their hair to grow out. Even if this is true for you, embrace this time by trying out some new styles. A textured bang will add some drama to your locks without compromising the growth progress.
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#23: Layered Short Cut
Medium and short haircuts can be as versatile as long ones if you choose the right style. This layered bob would look awesome styled straight or as shown with loose waves. Play with the part placement for a variety.
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#24: Bold Curly Style
Big curls draw big attention and are a perfect compliment for oval face hairstyles. Achieve this gorgeous style by blow drying roughly for added volume and then wrapping random sections of hair around a large barrel curling iron. Tousle the hair and spritz with a volumizing hair spray.
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#25: Medium Layered Cut
If you have thin hair and are debating medium haircuts, think of the placement of your layers. You don’t necessarily need a ton of varying lengths as long as they’re strategically placed. Notice the fullness on the sides of the face. It creates an awesome voluminous style, slightly messy and imperfect in a good way.
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#26: Shoulder Length Casual Hairstyle
Shoulder length is a great half-way point when morphing from long to short haircuts. It offers a cute style without the maintenance and commitment that often comes with shorter crops. Go with fewer layers that are happy to be styled or left to their own devices on busy mornings.
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#27: Modern Medium Shag
Shags are another great option of oval face haircuts. Traditionally they are cut with tons of layers and can require some serious styling time and product. However, a more modern approach shows a medium length cut with fewer choppy layers.
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#28: Bombshell Curls
Need to bring out your inner femme fatale? Nothing makes you feel more like a woman than voluminous bombshell hair. Pull out that big curling iron and get to work.
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#29: Long Wavy Bronde Hair
This long look works nicely with an oval face shape because of the overall natural vibe of the waves. They are parted off centre to keep the style from appearing too drab. Having just a few subtle layers adds enough visual interest without looking overdone.
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#30: Loose Medium Waves
Don’t underestimate the impact of medium length cuts, as they can be some of the best haircuts for oval faces. Notice the gorgeous framing of the face that results from the side swept bangs and wavy layers. This is a great inspiration photo that offers a worthy haircut idea for thin or thick hair.
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#31: Long Ombre Waves
This long look is great for the oval face shape simply because of how easy it is to pull off (as long as you’ve been growing your hair out)! The color at the bottom brings just the right attention to your sweet face.
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#32: Long Feathered Waves
Ok, we realize that short hair is not for every woman. A long length implies more variations of hairstyles with your hair up or down. In this downdo the feathered layering at the eye level creates the perfect harmony with the oval face.
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#33: Bold Straight Layers
Just look at this great color! The long bangs for an oval face work because they can be worn chic and sassy covering one side of your face or pinned out of the way when you study or exercise. This medium cut is easy to manage and the color makes it pop!
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#34: Big Bold Curls for Oval Face Shape
Want to wear your gorgeous thick hair long? Curls for an oval face can be lush and fairly voluminous. Just heat up your curling iron and get to it!
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#35: Modern Pixie Bowl Cut
We know most of you read “bowl cut” and scroll down, but this modern take on the pixie cut is unique and it’s a good short haircut for an oval face. Without adding any extra length, your face (and hair) can speak for itself!
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#36: Long Wispy Bangs
We cannot get enough of these cute bangs! They draw attention to your eyes and cheekbones and they are great for thin hair. Plus, they go well with short, long and medium haircuts!
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#37: 80’s Inspired Curls
If you face is oval, you may afford extra volume all around your face. Those voluminous curls and bangs are something! The medium length cut and scrunched curls transition perfectly from day to night.
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#38: Deep Side Part
The greatest thing about this deep side part is that it works with long, medium and short haircuts. With an oval face shape, natural-looking waves are charming.
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#39: Messy Bob with Accent Braids
The color and texture of this swoon-worthy bob has turned more than one head, but sometimes it’s not enough and you want even more from your look. The braids add a fun accent without being overwhelming!
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#40: Tall Curly Pixie
We love this upgrade of a vintage style with fluffy curls on top and sleek shiny finger waves on the sides. It’s almost like an updo, but with short hair.
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Well, luckily the oval face shape means no restrictions in hairstyles. Short, medium or long, straight, wavy, or curly, choose whatever feels right, try dramatic and soft styles, be different, be gorgeous, shine brightly, girl!
