The Major Face Shapes

In the world of fashion, human faces are described according both to their shape and skin tone. While some women choose earrings to complement their skin tones, most fashion experts agree that it is more important to choose earrings that flatter the general face shape. The chart below provides a description of the different face shapes.

Oval	Oval-shaped faces feature foreheads that are as wide as the cheekbones. The face narrows from the cheeks to the chin, creating the oval shape.
Round	Also called circular faces, round faces are widest at the cheekbones. The cheekbones do not taper down to the chin as with other face shapes.
Heart Shaped	Heart-shaped faces feature a forehead that is wider than the cheeks. The cheeks further taper down to the chin.
Square	The forehead, cheeks, and jaws are all about the same width on a square-shaped face. Women with square-shaped faces tend to have very strong jaw lines.
Narrow	Sometimes called a "rectangular" face, the narrow face has the same general shape as a square face but is elongated.
Diamond Shaped	On the diamond-shaped face, the forehead and chin are narrower than the cheekbones. Women with diamond-shaped faces tend to have very strong cheekbones.

Popular Earrings Styles

Earrings are described by their overall style and by the materials that have been used in their production. Shopping for a specific style of earring is a great way to narrow the search field and ensure that the pieces will be a good fit for a woman's face type. The chart below provides descriptions of some of the most common earring styles available on today's consumer market.

Teardrops	True to their name, teardrop earrings are shaped like a teardrop or dewdrop. These earrings are generally made from solid gold, silver, or gemstones. They are designed to dangle below the earlobe. Teardrop-shaped earrings that feature extensive surface adornment are usually sold as dangle earrings.
Dangles	Dangle earrings are those pieces which dangle below the earlobe. They may be composed of beads, rounds, squares, curved pieces of metal, or die-cut metal designs. Dangle earrings are available in both wide and narrow styles. Pay close attention to the width of a dangle earring as different widths are suitable to different face types.
Studs	These classic earrings are composed of a single stone, ball, or small design that sits directly on the earlobe. They feature traditional earring posts. Pearl earrings that sit next to the ear may be described as stud earrings. These styles look good on every face type.
Chandeliers	Chandelier earrings combine the design elements of stud and drop earrings. These earrings feature a decorative stud that sits on the earlobe and a component that dangles below the earlobe. Many of these earrings widen below the earlobe and then taper back to a small point.
Hoops	These classic earrings are made from rounded or flat pieces of metal or plastic that run from the front to the back of the earlobe. They are available in a wide variety of circumferences and widths.
Huggies	Huggie earrings are very similar to hoop earrings but are usually much smaller. These earrings generally have a wide, small hoop that clamps onto the ear with a post or clip-on mechanism. They are made from both plastics and metals.
Cluster	Cluster earrings sit on the earlobe but feature clusters of gemstones, rhinestones, or other decorative elements that may extend beyond the bottom of the earlobe. These earrings are best suited to dressy events as they tend to be very flashy.

Right Earrings for Your Face Shape

The perfect earrings can add a finishing touch to any outfit. Most women choose these popular accessories according to their overall style, color, and materials. While such shopping tactics offer a great way to find earrings that match with a given outfit, they neglect the importance of face shape in buying decisions. Women who can choose the right earrings for their face shape will be able to stand out from the crowd by accentuating their natural beauty with these simple, elegant accessories.

Earrings and Face Type Basics

Almost all shoppers can benefit from keeping earring and face type basics in mind when shopping for these dazzling accessories. Choosing earrings that are a good fit for a given face shape will help to ensure that the items are worn and do not languish unused in a jewelry box. Remember that both fine jewelry earrings and fashion jewelry earrings are sold by online retailers and in brick-and-mortar stores. Both types of earrings are available in a wide variety of styles.