Face shape guide
Pear Face Shape
A pear face shape is widest at the jaw and narrowest at the forehead, with full cheeks and a soft, rounded lower face. It's the softer version of the triangle face shape.
Check if you have a pear face
Pear face shape measurements
| Face length vs width | About 1.1–1.4× |
|---|---|
| Widest point | Jaw and lower cheeks |
| Forehead | Narrow |
| Jawline | Wide, full, soft |
| Chin | Broad, rounded |
How to tell if you have a pear face
- The lower half of your face looks fuller than the top.
- Your forehead is the narrowest part.
- Your jaw is wide but soft rather than angular.
Pear vs triangle
Pear and triangle share the same proportions: narrow top, wide bottom. Pear is the rounder, fuller version; triangle is more angular.
Pear vs round
A round face is widest at the cheeks; a pear face is widest at the jaw.
Styling goal
Add volume at the top of the head and the temples, and keep the jawline uncluttered.
Best hairstyles for pear faces (women)
- Volume at the crown: Widens the top half.
- Side-swept bangs: Widen a narrow forehead.
- Layered shoulder-length cut: Layers above the jaw balance a full lower face.
- Voluminous pixie: Height and width on top.
Best haircuts for pear faces (men)
- Textured quiff: Adds width and height on top.
- Longer sides above the ears: Balances the jaw.
Beard styles for pear faces
- Short stubble: Defines the jaw without adding width.
- Goatee: Draws the eye to the center.
Best glasses for pear faces
- Browline frames: Widen the upper face.
- Cat-eye frames: Lift and width at the temples.
- Bold, colorful upper rims: Draw attention up.
Frames to avoid
- Bottom-heavy frames.
- Small, narrow frames.
Makeup and contouring for pear faces
Highlight the forehead and temples, and contour softly along the jaw.
Celebrities with pear faces
- Kelly Osbourne
- Jennifer Aniston (often described as pear/oblong)
Pear vs similar face shapes
Frequently asked questions
What is a pear face shape?
A face that's widest at the jaw and narrowest at the forehead, with full cheeks and a soft lower face.
What hairstyle suits a pear face?
Styles with volume at the crown and temples, side-swept bangs, and layers above the jaw.