8 of the Best Hairstyles for Long Faces

By Tehrene Firman, Redbook

Flatter your long face shape with the celebrity-approved looks New York City stylists can't get enough of.
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Bardot Fringe

Wispy bangs will never go out of style — especially for those with long faces. "Add some Bardot fringe with asymmetric soft tendrils to create focal points around the face," says New York City-based celebrity hairstylist Matt Fugate.

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Straight Bangs

Bangs will really help balance out long face shapes, and Jessica Biel is proof. "My favorite style for bangs is wearing them straight across. You can add some slightly longer pieces on the sides hitting your cheekbones for some softness," says Mary Yalda, stylist at Fox & Jane in New York City.
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Short Jawline Bobs

The world will cheers to Olivia Pope any day, but this hairstyle is especially worth celebrating. "Short jawline bobs  create architectural lines and draw away from the length of the face," Fugate says. 

Face-Framing Layers

Need a reason to steal Eva Longoria's look? Here's one: "Women with long face shapes can't go wrong with face-framing layers," Yalda says.

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Side Bangs

Reese Witherspoon's pretty style is an easy-to-master look for anyone with a longer face. "If you want to rock some side bangs, have them hit right under your cheekbones," Yalda says.

Low Ponytails

Because high ponytails elongate long faces even more, try a sleek and sexy low pony on for size like Beyoncé. For this look, tame your flyaways with a little spritz of hairspray.
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Textured Soft Waves

Have fun with texture and create some soft waves to add body to your hair. "Just make sure you're not creating too much volume on the top of your head, as that will elongate your face even more," Yalda says. "A little tip: Use texture spray before styling and make your waves slightly tighter. Let them cool down before brushing through. With the help of dry shampoo, you can rock your style for three days!"

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Low Bun

If you love the idea of doing a low pony, the same goes for a low bun: Make it messy like Victoria Beckham or go smooth and sleek for a style that will bring out your shape in the best way.

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