10 Stunning Long Hairstyles For Round Faces

Flattering hairstyle inspo for long manes that frame round faces and refine the best features

By Jyotsana Rao

Round faces can look too circular and wide. But the right hairstyles can cover that up and give your face either an oval or oblong shape, highlighting its features instead of its width. Keep reading to learn which long hairstyles for round faces you can use to your advantage! We have been inspired by Emma Stone, Sarah Hyland, Miranda Kerr, and Ariel Winter.

So, scroll down to learn how to enhance your facial features and face shape with the right hairstyle!

1. Crown Braid:

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American actress Hayden Panettiere looks ethereal and graceful with her intricately braided crown up’do. The secret to this long hairstyle for round face is that the braid is clear-cut, defined, and, of course, the sleek, smooth finish on her locks. Elevating the chic style with impeccable makeup and subtle eye makeup, the actress looked ravishing while keeping her overall look fresh and natural.

2. Messy High Bun:

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Renee Zellwege’s simple black dress gets plenty of oohing and aahing over her messy high bun teamed up. TheBridget Jones’s Diary actress embraces her beautiful round face by wearing her hair pulled up while leaving a few strands of hair around her face for a softer look. Team this look up with a classy pearl necklace, and you are good to go!

3. Long Side-Swept Wavy Hair:

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Seriously, how gorgeous does Mila Kunis look here? It’s true that she always looks stunning, but at the premiere of Jupiter Ascending with her side-swept waves, the That 70’s Show starlet was the picture of perfection. Run a texturizer, like Umberto Dry Texture Spray, over your locks for control.

4. Glam Waves With Sweeping Bangs:

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Want to give your long strands a chic update? Get inspired by Emma Stone and go glam with wavy hair and sweeping bangs. To create these effortless waves, spritz a light hairspray and a heat protectant. Next, use a thick-barrel curling iron and curl your hair to get a natural pattern instead of ringlets.

5. High Ponytail:

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Miranda Kerr has long been a fan of the high ponytail, and so are we as the hairstyle creates an impeccable definition for round face shapes. First, apply a volumizing mousse and pull your long bangs up to create a tight pony. Next, use a thick curling wand to add extra volume and thickness to voluminous tail. Once done, mist with a light hairspray to tame flyaway hairs.

6. Sleek Straight Hair:

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Olivia Munn, who is always on-trend, wears her poker-straight hair with an off-center parting. A great look for a round face shape, the hairstyle elongates her face instead of focusing on her cheeks and round chin. To get sleek hair like Olivia’s, apply heat-protectant before carefully flat-ironing it straight.

Tip: Try pairing the sleek look with a maroon lipstick –it helps.

7. Braided Bun With A Headband:

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With a textured updo and pretty embellished headband, Kirsten Dunst sure knows how to style her blonde mane for her striking face. Off late, she’s a keen updo devotee, and she should be, as the hairstyle perfectly complements her pretty, round cheeks.

 8. 60s Pony:

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You may not agree, but a long ponytail with face-framing bangs helps streamline a rounder face, making it look less chubby. Take a hint from actress Sarah Hyland and her retro pony that helps her draw attention upwards her cheekbones. This sophisticated and classy hairstyle works well for a night out or a hot date.

9. Red Curly Hair:

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Actress Drew Barrymore is every bit a bombshell with her red curly hair and dewy skin. The hairstyle flatters her circular face shape as her long bangs curl around her face, and adds definition as it elongates and slims her round face.

10. Side Bun:

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Modern Family actress Ariel Winter’s glossy, undone side bun with side-swept bangs flatters her rounded face shape impeccably. Perfect for date night, to mimic Ariel’s look, create a low ponytail first. Next, twist the ponytail into a side bun and secure it with bobby pins.

Round faces do not highlight or complement your facial features as much as oval or oblong faces. You cannot change your face shape, but you can definitely make it appear thinner or elongated by choosing the right hairstyle. The above-listed long hairstyles for round faces work wonders and add an excellent definition to the facial features like cheeks and chin. So, pick your favorite from the list without any delay and get it done by a professional hairstylist immediately to make the heads turn your way.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does long hair make you look fatter?

No. In fact, long hair can frame your face and make it look slimmer.

Are layers good for a round face?

Yes, layers can frame a round face and make it look less chubby.

Does long hair make you look younger?

The choice of hairstyle is more important than length for a youthful appearance. As a result, regardless of whether you go for long or short hair, your hairdo decides whether you look younger or older.

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Jyotsana Rao is an engineering graduate from NIT, Nagpur, who discovered her love for writing during her undergraduate days. She... more

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