Finding Your Most Flattering Look
Choosing a wig is not just about picking a colour and length you like. The most natural and flattering result comes from matching the wig style to your face shape. The right pairing enhances your features, balances your proportions, and creates a look that feels authentically you.
Here is how to identify your face shape and choose a wig style that works with it, not against it.
Identify Your Face Shape
Stand in front of a mirror and pull your hair back (or remove your current wig). Look at the outline of your face from your hairline to your chin. Most faces fall into one of four general categories.
Oval: Forehead is slightly wider than the chin, with balanced proportions. The face is longer than it is wide, with a gently rounded jawline.
Round: Width and length are roughly equal, with full cheeks and a soft, curved jawline. The widest point is at the cheekbones.
Square: Strong, angular jawline with a broad forehead. Width and length are similar, but the face has more defined angles than a round shape.
Heart: Wider forehead that narrows to a pointed or narrow chin. Cheekbones are typically prominent.
Best Wig Styles for Oval Faces
Oval faces are the most versatile shape — almost any style works. You can experiment freely with length, volume, and parting without worrying about throwing off your proportions.
That said, styles that add height at the crown or include side-swept bangs are particularly flattering. Long layers, bobs, and blunt cuts all look excellent on oval faces.
Styles to consider: Layered lobs, curtain bangs, sleek straight cuts, voluminous curls.
Best Wig Styles for Round Faces
The goal for round faces is to create the illusion of length and angles. Styles that add height on top and keep the sides close to the head elongate the face beautifully.
Avoid blunt bobs that hit at the chin — they emphasize the roundness. Instead, opt for longer lengths that fall below the shoulders, or asymmetrical cuts that break up the circular outline.
Styles to consider: Long layers, deep side parts, straight or wavy styles with volume at the crown, face-framing layers.
Best Wig Styles for Square Faces
Square faces benefit from styles that soften the strong jawline and add roundness. Wispy layers, waves, and curls around the face are ideal. Side parts work better than centre parts, as they break the symmetry of the angular features.
Avoid very short, blunt styles that expose the jawline fully. Instead, choose medium to long lengths with soft texture.
Styles to consider: Soft waves, layered cuts past the chin, side-swept bangs, textured bobs.
Best Wig Styles for Heart-Shaped Faces
Heart-shaped faces look best with styles that add width at the chin level to balance the wider forehead. Medium-length cuts that flip outward at the ends, chin-length bobs, and side-parted styles all create a balanced silhouette.
Avoid styles with too much volume at the crown, as this emphasizes the wider top half of the face. Instead, keep the top relatively sleek and let the fullness fall around the jawline.
Styles to consider: Chin-length bobs, medium layers with outward flips, side parts, soft curls starting at ear level.
Parting Matters More Than You Think
The position of your part changes the way your face looks more than most people realize. A centre part creates symmetry (great for oval faces), while a deep side part adds drama and can slim a round face. A zigzag part adds volume and creates a casual, effortless feel.
During a professional wig customization, we can set the part in the most flattering position for your specific face shape and adjust the hairline accordingly.
Try Before You Commit
The best way to find your ideal style is to try different options with expert guidance. At The Wig Repair Shop in Calgary, we offer consultations where you can discuss your preferences, try on different styles, and get professional recommendations based on your face shape, lifestyle, and personal taste.
Book a consultation and discover the wig style that makes you feel your absolute best.