Forehead vs jaw
The jaw should visibly exceed the forehead width.
Triangle face shape guide
Triangle Face Shape: How to Identify It
A face with a jawline wider than the forehead, creating an outline that becomes broader toward the bottom.
Triangle, sometimes called pear, is the inverse width pattern of a heart-shaped face. The temples or forehead are narrower, while the jaw carries the strongest horizontal width.
Measurements that matter most
Use a straight-on image with a neutral expression. Pull hair away from the outline and compare proportions, not millimeters taken from an uncalibrated photo.
Cheekbones
They may be broad, but usually do not exceed the jaw as they do on diamond faces.
Direction of taper
The face narrows upward rather than downward.
The practical styling goal
Add presence near the brows and temples while keeping the strong jaw from carrying all visual weight.
Glasses for triangle faces
A stronger upper line adds visual presence near a narrower forehead and balances a broader jaw.
- Browline frames
- Cat-eye frames
- Aviators
- Frames with a defined upper rim
Hairstyles for triangle faces
Upper-face volume and lighter ends redistribute attention upward while allowing the jawline to remain a strong feature.
- Layered cuts with temple volume
- Textured pixie
- Side-swept bangs
- Waves beginning above the jaw
Often confused with triangle
Triangle face FAQ
How do I know if my face shape is triangle?
A face with a jawline wider than the forehead, creating an outline that becomes broader toward the bottom. Compare face length, forehead, cheekbones, jaw width, and jaw curvature together rather than relying on one feature.
What glasses suit a triangle face?
Browline frames, Cat-eye frames, Aviators, Frames with a defined upper rim are useful starting points. Frame width and lens depth still need to be checked on your own photo.
What hairstyles suit a triangle face?
Layered cuts with temple volume, Textured pixie, Side-swept bangs, Waves beginning above the jaw are practical options. Texture, hair type, maintenance, and personal preference matter as much as face shape.