Haircuts 2012: Best Haircuts for Every Face Shape

I have a long face. If you scroll on down to the bottom of this page you can see it for yourself. My face is long and narrow topped off with an IMAX forehead ("Large foreheads are a sign of intellect," my friend Laura tells me. I don't believe her). Because I have a long face, I really should not wear my hair long.

Long hair tends to drag down a long face. And this is the basic rule of finding a great haircut for your face shape: You don't want to highlight your problems. This means if you have a round face, you don't want short curly hair that makes your round face appear rounder, but unlike me, you can get away with long hair. Learn more in this gallery of the best and worst cuts for round faces.

If you have a square face, you'll want to play down your strong, angular jaw. Texture, in the form of curls or choppy ends, does this brilliantly. See photos 3 and 10 in this photo gallery of best and worst haircuts for square face shapes.

Oval faces tend to look good in everything, but their faces can appear long with short layers that add height on top of the head. Also, if your hair is thick or curly, avoid a blunt cut. You'll look like a pyramid. See what works and doesn't on you in this photo gallery of best and worst cuts for oval faces.

Heart-shaped faces tend to come with pointy chins (although I have one of those too, hmmmm). Draw attention to your eyes and cheekbones instead with examples in this photo gallery of best and worst cuts for heart-shaped faces.

For us long face girls, while we should avoid long hair, we can get away with it if we cut in long layers that hit at the cheekbones and the chin. Long, wavy hair also looks good on us because the waves add width to the sides of a long face (get inspired with these photos). Unfortunately, my hair is stick-straight and I'm simply to lazy to curl my hair every day of my life. But if you want long hair and you have a long face, here's how to give yourself beachy waves. Good luck.

The Haircut That is Flattering on Everyone
So back to that photo of me hovering at the bottom of this page. It's about 4 years old and I no longer have that haircut. I can hear your audible sigh of relief.

Right now I am sporting perhaps the Most Flattering Hairstyle Ever Worn by Julyne. It is a version of what I have cleverly dubbed "The Perfect Haircut," because it's a style that looks great on pretty much everyone. You can see it here. This perfect cut falls between my chin and my shoulders and it looks good wavy or straight. When I wear it down, friends say, "I like your hair this length." Note to self: Quit putting your $200 hairstyle up in a ponytail, even a cute ponytail.

You, too, can have this perfect haircut because it looks good on all face shapes. To inspire you, I present these versions:

    "The Chop," which I love, love, love for reasons you can read all about.
    The Long Bob, which still remains popular.
    Alexa Chung's Shag (here I am outing myself as having a huge girl crush on Chung).

Who Can Wear Short Hair -- And Who Shouldn't
I cut my hair off after a particularly bad breakup and I loved it. Short hair suited my long face perfectly, made me feel sophisticated and somewhat edgy, and allowed me to stand out among a sea of long-haired Manhattan women. But then I decided to start dating again and while I know there are men out there who are madly attracted to women with short hair, I have never met them, so I decided to grow out my hair last year.

Short hair tends to suit all face shapes, although each face shape has issues to consider when going short. Round faces, for example, can look rounder with a bad short cut. And avoid short cuts if you have super curly hair.

I created the absolute perfect photo gallery for you short-hair-lovin' girls. Find out which short haircuts look best on your face shape.
My Love Affair With Bangs
Sometimes I convince my stylist Kazuo Suzuki of Eva Scrivo Salon to give me sideswept bangs, which are great for hiding a large forehead and suit long faces perfectly. But Kaz, who is a man of few words and works on my hair with the intensity and perseverance of a master hedge-trimmer, rolls his eyes and shakes his head when I bring up my forehead. He prefers me without bangs. I worry it's because he doesn't want to bother with me for the every-4-weeks bang trims, but it can't be that because I'm so lazy I hardly ever come in for them. I think it's because Kaz also has a large forehead and he's just OK with his.

So the bangs have grown out, which is OK because in all four seasons they tend to stick limply and greasily to my IMAX forehead.

Bangs can make a boring cut edgy. They can take years off a face and they bring attention to the eyes. They are flattering on almost all face shapes. If you have a square face, you should avoid blunt bangs, which only create more angles on your already angular face. Bangs are really more an issue of hair texture than face shape. Curly hair doesn't work well cut above the eyes, so bangs are usually a no-no. Super wavy hair requires bangs that are long and side-swept unless you like the dated-I'm-stuck-in-the-80s-look, which is OK by me.

See photos of awesome bangs that I handpicked just for you.
Consider Your Body Type
When considering a new haircut, you should think about your body type. Tall women with straight hair and boyish figures could look like pinheads with a pixie haircut. If you are cute and petite, you should avoid super long hair which can dwarf a tiny body. You risk appearing like one of those pageant kids. You know the ones? The 8-year-olds with extensions?

Find out what styles work best on tall, petite, busty and curvy women in Best Hairstyles by Body Type.
If You Are Over 55, Must You Cut Off All Your Hair?
I despise beauty rules that put women in a box. Stuff like women of a certain age should cut off their hair and dye their gray hair. The rule of thumb for older women remains: find a cut that flatters your best features and plays down your not-so-great ones. If people compliment you on your eyes, consider long side-swept bangs like these. If you have thick, wavy hair, let it grow to your shoulders or just above and WEAR IT DOWN (this photo gallery is for you). If you have thin, lifeless hair, consider a shorter cut with lots of layers like this one.

Unfortunately, there's not a ton of information out there specifically for older women so I created a bunch just for you:

    Hairstyles for Women Over Age 50
    20 More Gorgeous Hairstyles for Older Women
    Photos of Gorgeous Gray Hairstyles
    25 Makeup Tips to Look Younger

The Tricky Round Face Shape
My good friend and neighbor Melodie is Korean and has a very round face. Melodie has the absolute perfect haircut (it looks like an edgier this), for which she pays $20 in New York City's Chinatown. When I ask her where exactly is this salon where she gets her hair cut because maybe I would like to write about it, she says cryptically, "I drive you there."

Typically, if you have a round face, you want to make your face appear longer and leaner and less round. Melodie's haircut falls straight and choppy around her face and it looks best when it's at least a couple inches below her chin. The back is always shorter and angles out longer in the front. She has bangs. Even though Melodie complains about the imperfections of her perfect haircut, I sometimes look at her and think, "I can't believe I pay $200 for my version of your $20 haircut." And then I remember Kaz and how I could never cheat on him. (When I told Kaz about Melodie's cheap haircut he raised his eyebrows and said, "Huh!").

See photos of the best and worst haircuts for round face shapes.
Why I Envy the Square Face Shape
I read somewhere that square faces photograph the best. Apparently the angles of the jaw and the cheeks mean square faces don't photograph "flat." I also read somewhere that women with square faces tend to age better than the rest of us. While long faces just get skinnier and longer and round faces tend to get plumper, square faces tend to stay strong and angular.

So that is why I envy the square face shape above all other face shapes even the perfect oval face. That, and I kinda always want to be Gwyneth Paltrow.

Amanda Bynes hairstyles

Amanda Bynes has been acting ever since she was a little girl. She has been on both television and on the big screen.  She had a television show called "The Amanda Bynes Show" where that ran for several years.  One of her movies she has acted in was "What A Girl Wants". She is a great role model for younger girls as she dresses and has her hairstyles always looking great.

Long Hairstyles For Summer

This summer it’s all about the natural look. Ditch the chemicals, ditch straightening your hair. 2012 summer is all about looking fresh and clean, without overdoing it.

One of the first long hairstyles that I fell in love with for this season is the long and slightly messy “urban wave” look. I love this look for so many reasons. It’s subtle waves and the beach like, carefree feeling it gives off are two of the main ones, but also its easy to maintain nature.

How to get the urban wave is simple. If you already have wavy or curly hair, all you need to do is tame it slightly so that the waves are there, but not fully. Don’t be afraid to put a light misting of hairspray over it and shake out your head to give it that messy, carefree feel. If you have straight hair then pass a curling iron lightly through your hair to give it small, but noticeable waves.

Another stunning hairstyle that’s been on the rise is the ombre hair. Ombre hair is where the color is darker on the top and fades into a lighter (mostly blonde) color. This hairstyle looks best with wavy, long hair. It creates an amazing illusion that kind of reminds you golden waves.

The next hairstyle is for the more adventurous girl. Shaving one side of your head and leaving the rest long and flowy has really been taking many heads by storm. This punky ‘do really stands out and screams “look at me!” The area you shave is really up to you. I prefer it when you just take off the whole side.

All these long hairstyles are perfect for any style and are really taking this summer by storm. Try one out and you’ll see you’ll probably love it more than you think! Be a little adventurous this summer.

Hairstyles 2012

Hairstyles 2012 include some of the classic hairstyle such as ponytails, braids, curls and layers. Many women tend to get short haircuts while other wants to grow their hair to longer hair lengths. It is true that the hairstyle can be made beautiful by taking good care of original hair texture. Short hairstyles have never been out of fashion since ages because short haircuts look simple and elegant. Short hairstyles 2012 will give women a sport look without any worry of maintenance and styling. If you are an active woman who has busy routine and do not get time to style your hair then you are an ideal candidate of getting short hairstyles.

Bob cut and pixie cut were the most popular short hairstyles in the year 2011. Many celebrities were spotted wearing these haircuts at various occasions. It has been reported that celebrities believe that short hairstyles give them a positive reaction from their fans and the fashion experts. You can opt for bob cut or pixie cut to emphasize your facial structure and the cheekbones. Hairstyles 2012 for short haircuts are highly awaited. It is said that cropped pixie cut will be the choice of the majority of the women. But it is the hairstyle that does not suit everyone because it can suit those who have prominent cheekbones and short face structures. It is how the cropped pixie hairstyles 2012 can compliment the face of the wearer without giving them a boyish look. If you are willing to get this hairstyle then you can try wearing it with layered and asymmetrical cut. Your hair stylist can understand your demand and get you the desired hairstyles 2012.


There are many women who want to get medium hairstyles. It is suggested for them to opt for bob cut instead of short pixie cut. You can also add layers to bob cut to emphasize the overall look of the hairstyle. A more daring look can be acquired by getting a messy and tousled hairstyle with bob haircut. If you are a person who loves to wear sleek hairstyles then you must straight your hair with a flat iron and use appropriate hair products to get a perfect bob look.


Although year 2012 has not started still women are concerned about knowing the fashion trends of hairstyles. There are no specific predictions for next year’s hairstyles but it is believed that bob cut and pixie cut are too classic to get out of fashion. There are many others options of short hairstyles that can be selected. You can combine any of the short hairstyle with bangs to get a bold and well defined look. Punk hairstyles are also very trendy and can give the wearer an inspirational look. Like 2011, you can try to add different colors to your hairstyle.

HAIRSTYLES FOR LONG HAIRS ARE VERSATILE

Long hairs are very beautiful and Asians are especially popular for their long black hairs. Long hairs require time for maintenance and styling and this is reason that many women avoid long hairs but those who are in favor of long hairs can try many hairstyles for long hairs.
If you are among those women who like long hairs and you are in search of hairstyles for long hairs then at first you should be glad to know that you are lucky enough to try many styles for your long hairs and among hairstyles for long hairs layers carry top position. Layered hairstyles are best for those women who have thin and fine hairs but till then they do not want to reduce length of their hairs.

Layers give extra volume to the hairs by making different steps and number of layers depends on the total length of hairs. Layers normally start from chin and you can make your hairstyle more stylish with the help of bangs, fringes or curls, you can color your hairs but highlighting of different strands of hairs is in fashion 2013.

If you do not want to keep your layered hairstyle open then you can make a ponytail of it as ponytail looks great for school girls and for girls of young age but if you are not in favor of tie your hairs then you can straight your hairs with the help of flat iron or you can make curls at the end of hairs with the help of curling or rolling iron. Apart from layers, ponytails are best for long hairs.

You can make your ponytail more glamorous with the help of colorful pins, beads, barrettes and if you are wearing ponytails for some special occasions then you can add flowers to your hairstyle. Buns, braids and chignons are other stylish hairstyles 2013 for long hairs like prom hairstyles 2013. You can get ideas about your hairstyles from internet and also from those favorite celebrities who are carrying long hairs.

You must apply your mind while making hairstyle or while selecting any hairstyle because your mind is good reflector of what you want and then you can discover hairstyle of your own choice. Braids are best not only for working women but also for those household ladies who do not afford their long hairs open at their back during their work at home. French braid and Roman braid are very stylish braids that you must try.

PROM HAIRSTYLES 2013 ARE VERSATILE AND VARIOUS

Prom hairstyles 2013 are all about keeping your hairs as natural as they are. You can do so by making messy buns, curls, simple ponytails and long waves. Prom hairstyles 2013 are best for hairs of all lengths.
Mostly girls with short hairs are worried about their hairstyles at prom night because they think that there are limited hairstyles for short hairs but their problem is solved by prom hairstyles 2013.

Hairstyles which are common and very popular to be worn at prom night among prom hairstyles 2013 are half up and half down hairstyles. Along with them, there are many other stylish prom hairstyles 2013.

If you want to keep your hairs open at your prom night then you can do so by making waves in your hairs. You can color your hairs or highlight different strands of hairs as highlighting increases the effect of your hairstyle. Everyone wants to make one of the best prom hairstyles 2013 as prom is an important event for teenagers and they want to look different and special at this event.

You can try prom hairstyles 2013 for your short hairstyles 2013, long or medium hairs depending on hair texture, your face shape and according to your prom dress. You can look sexy and stylish at your prom night by making prom hairstyles 2013. If you have long hairs then you have many options for styling your hairs. You can make prom hairstyles 2013 for long hairs.

After making hairstyle you can add flowers or metal ornaments to increase the beauty of your hairstyle. You should pay attention to each and everything you ad at your prom night as any inconsistent thing can destroy your image at this special event and along with all, hairstyles are very important and you should select one of the prom hairstyles 2013 as they are latest and trendy.

Medium hairstyles 2013

Medium hairstyles 2013 have been famous choices for the majority of people not just because of hair safer appearance but also because they compliment to almost all facial features. They are easy to maintain and also go well with all traditional and modern dresses. You can select a variety of hairstyles for your medium length hair to get extra attention from all around.
There are various styles you can do to your mid-length hair such as you can add curls, layers, waves or extensions to intensify your charm. Layers look fantastic on medium length hair and they give versatility and attraction to any facial structure. Layers are styled in such a style to give clear framing to the structure and facial features. So you can also select from various layering options for your hair.

Bob haircuts is the simplest yet most fashionable and elegant style for medium length hair. Different bob cuts can also be selected according to one’s style and preference. Curly bob, flippy bob, and sleek bob are among the different styles of bob haircut. Curly bob is styled with progressive layers longer at back and short at front. Sleek bob is created with fringes at the neck to add volume and drama to the style. Curls are also one of the great options for medium length hairstyles.

Medium hair clasp curls better and very beautifully than the longer hair. They give a soft and sleek look to the individual. They add volume and thickness to the hair specifically at the sides and back. Straight haircut is an elegant and simple medium hairstyle 2013 that looks striking on medium length hair.

It gives magnificent and pleasant look, being combined with waves, bangs, fringes, curls or ringlets at the lower of hair. In today’s era, good hairstyle is a must to look modern and trendy. Good hairstyle makes us to look best. If the hairstyle is perfectly suited to your facial structure and features you will leave an impression to the people all around.

There are many celebrities who have floated their mid-length hairstyles to get appeal and attention from all around. You can go through different magazines and internet to find out more fabulous medium hairstyles 2013 for your mid-length hair. You can also ask your hairstylist to give you a different and latest medium hairstyle that suits you best.