Jewellery can do more than complete an outfit. The right earrings and necklaces can also complement your natural features and bring balance to your overall look.
While there are no strict rules when it comes to jewellery, understanding your face shape can be a useful starting point when choosing new pieces.
Round Face
A round face typically has softer curves, with a similar width and length.
Try: Drop earrings, long earrings, and angular designs. Longer necklaces can also create a more elongated appearance.
If you prefer hoops, consider oval or slightly elongated styles instead of very wide, circular hoops.
Oval Face
Oval faces are slightly longer than they are wide, with gently curved features.
Try: Most earring styles work well, from studs and hoops to drop earrings. Short and medium-length necklaces can also complement an oval face nicely.
With such a versatile face shape, you can focus more on the jewellery designs, colours and sizes that suit your personal style.
Square Face
Square faces usually have a more defined jawline, with the forehead, cheekbones and jaw appearing relatively similar in width.
Try: Rounded jewellery designs such as hoops, curved drop earrings and circular or oval shapes. These softer lines can provide contrast against more angular facial features.
Necklaces with rounded pendants or flowing designs can work beautifully too.
Heart-Shaped Face
A heart-shaped face is generally wider around the forehead and becomes narrower towards the chin.
Try: Earrings that are narrower at the top and wider towards the bottom, such as teardrop or triangle-inspired designs. These can help create visual balance around the lower part of the face.
Short to medium-length necklaces can also draw attention towards the neckline.
Long or Rectangular Face
Long or rectangular faces are longer than they are wide and may feature a longer forehead or jawline.
Try: Studs, hoops and shorter drop earrings that add visual width rather than extra length. Statement earrings can also work particularly well.
For necklaces, shorter lengths can help create balance without further emphasising your face length.
Most Importantly, Choose What You Love
Face shape can be a helpful guide, but it should never limit what you wear. Your hairstyle, neckline, jewellery size and personal style can all influence how a piece looks on you.
Whether you prefer simple gold studs, classic hoops or eye-catching drop earrings, the best jewellery is ultimately the jewellery you feel comfortable and confident wearing.
