To determine your face shape for hat selection, you can follow these steps:
- Measure your face:
- Face Length: Measure from the top of your hairline to the lowest part of your chin.
- Forehead Width: Measure the distance across your forehead at the widest point, from hairline to hairline.
- Cheekbone Width: Measure the distance across your cheekbones, from the outer edge of one cheekbone to the other.
- Jawline Width: Measure the distance across your jawline, from the widest point below your ear to the center of your chin, then multiply by two.
- Compare your measurements to determine your face shape[1][2]. Some common face shapes include:
- Oval: Face length is about 1.5 times longer than the width[3].
- Round: Face length and width are roughly equal, with a rounded jawline[2].
- Square: Face length and width are roughly equal, with a wider, more angular jaw[2].
- Heart: Forehead is wider than the chin, with a pointed chin[3].
- Diamond: Face length is the largest measurement, followed by cheekbones, forehead, and jawline[4].
- Triangle: Jawline is wider than the forehead, and cheekbones are no wider than the chin[5].
- Choose a hat style that complements your face shape[3][6][7]:
- Oval: Most hat styles work well, including fedoras, sun hats, and wide-brimmed hats[8].
- Round: Opt for angular styles like fedoras, newsboy hats, or caps to add asymmetry[3][7].
- Square: Soften the edges with rounded brim hats like sun hats, cowboy hats, or cloches[3].
- Heart: Balance the width of your forehead with medium-brimmed hats like fedoras, boaters, or beanies[3][7].
- Diamond: Wear the hat further back on the head and choose styles like fedoras or cloches[8].
- Triangle: Go for hats with flared brims and low crowns, like sun hats or cloches[3].
Remember that these are general guidelines, and the most important factor is how comfortable and confident you feel in the hat. Try on different styles and choose the one that best suits your personal taste and style[6].
Citations:
[1] https://www.realsimple.com/beauty-fashion/what-is-my-face-shape
[2] https://www.wikihow.com/Determine-Your-Face-Shape
[3] https://www.wikihow.com/Choose-Hats-for-Your-Face-Shape
[4] https://www.fashionbeans.com/2017/how-to-determine-your-face-shape/
[5] https://www.cosmopolitan.com/style-beauty/beauty/a22064408/face-shape-guide/
[6] https://www.brixton.com/blogs/broadcast/best-hats-for-face-shapes
[7] https://justinehats.com/blog-post/how-to-choose-hats-for-your-face-shape/
[8] https://www.hats.com/face-shapes
