Best Hairstyles for a Square Face

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Women's styles for square faces

15 flattering styles curated for your face shape

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Italian Bob

A slightly longer bob with soft layers and volume at the crown. Mediterranean elegance.

1 hr

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Classic Bob

The timeless one-length bob. Clean lines, endless versatility — from boardroom to brunch.

45 min

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Asymmetrical Bob

One side longer than the other for a dramatic, angular look. Edgy meets sophisticated.

1 hr

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Layered Pixie

A softer pixie with layered texture on top. More versatile than a classic pixie with room to style.

45 min

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Textured Lob

A long bob with lived-in texture and effortless movement. The ultimate versatile cut for any occasion.

1.5 hrs

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Curtain Bangs

Face-framing layers that part naturally in the center. A '70s icon meets modern ease.

45 min

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Long Layers

Classic cascading layers that add movement and dimension to long hair. A timeless foundation cut.

1.5 hrs

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Half Up Half Down

The best of both worlds — volume and lift on top with flowing length below. Day-to-night versatility.

30 min

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Long Curtain Layers

Face-framing curtain layers on long hair. The softest way to add shape without losing length.

1.5 hrs

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Low Chignon

A polished low bun at the nape of the neck. Timeless elegance for formal events and everyday sophistication.

1 hr

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Italian Bob

The chin-length bob with effortless Mediterranean volume. Runway favorite that works everywhere.

1 hr

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Shaved Sides

Shaved or buzzed sides with longer length on top. A fearless, gender-fluid statement of bold self-expression.

45 min

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Curtain Fringe

Soft, face-framing fringe that parts naturally in the center. The most universally flattering bang style.

30 min

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Wispy Bangs

Delicate, see-through bangs that barely graze the forehead. Soft and romantic without full commitment.

30 min

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High Ponytail

A sleek, pulled-back ponytail set high on the crown. Instant face-lift energy that commands attention.

10 min

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Men's styles for square faces

34 sharp cuts that complement your face shape

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Skin Fade

A clean gradient from skin to length on top. The modern barber's signature cut — sharp and polished.

45 min

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Mid Fade

The fade starts at the temples for a balanced, versatile look. The most popular fade variation.

45 min

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Taper Fade

A gradual, subtle taper from the ears down. Clean and professional — works in any setting.

30 min

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Buzz Cut

Close-cropped all over. Zero maintenance, maximum confidence. The ultimate clean slate.

15 min

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Crew Cut

Short on the sides, slightly longer on top with a tapered front. The all-American classic.

20 min

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French Crop

A textured fringe with cropped sides. The European take on the classic crop — effortlessly cool.

30 min

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Pompadour

Volume swept up and back from the forehead. From Elvis to modern street style — always iconic.

1 hr

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Quiff

A voluminous front swept upward with shorter sides. The pompadour's cooler, more relaxed cousin.

45 min

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Undercut

Dramatically short or shaved sides with longer hair on top. Bold contrast that makes a statement.

45 min

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Classic Side Part

A crisp, defined part on one side. Gentleman's sophistication that never goes out of style.

30 min

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Modern Comb Over

A clean side part with hair swept to one side, paired with a fade. Classic meets contemporary.

30 min

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The Flow

Grown-out hair that flows naturally from front to back. Hockey player approved, universally admired.

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Man Bun

Long hair tied up in a knot. From samurai to Silicon Valley — versatile, practical, and iconic.

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Long Curly

Natural curls grown out long. Embrace the volume and movement — let your texture do the talking.

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Textured Top Fade

Messy, textured length on top with a clean skin fade. The best of both worlds — casual and clean.

45 min

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Temple Fade

A subtle fade concentrated around the temples and sideburns. The most conservative fade — office-friendly and clean.

30 min

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Shadow Fade

A gradual, blurred transition with no skin showing. Softer than a skin fade with a natural shadow effect.

45 min

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Bald Fade

Fades down to completely bald skin — the sharpest, cleanest fade possible. Zero compromise on crispness.

45 min

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Low Taper

A clean taper starting just above the ears. Professional, polished, and never out of place anywhere.

30 min

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Zero Fade

A fade starting at #0 guard length — shortest without going to skin. The sweet spot between bold and conservative.

45 min

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Ivy League

A slightly longer crew cut with enough length on top to part and style. Preppy, polished, and academic.

30 min

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High and Tight

Closely shaved sides with short hair on top. Military-grade precision for the no-nonsense gentleman.

20 min

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Line Up

Razor-sharp hairline shaped into clean, geometric lines. The barber's finishing touch that makes any cut 10x sharper.

20 min

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Brush Up

Short sides with the top brushed straight up for a vertical, voluminous look. Clean, modern, and eye-catching.

30 min

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Hard Part

A razor-shaved line creating a crisp, defined part. Military precision meets modern barbering artistry.

45 min

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Disconnected Undercut

An undercut with a stark, dramatic contrast between the long top and shaved sides. No blending, maximum impact.

1 hr

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Peaky Blinders Cut

A textured crop with disconnected, shaved sides inspired by the iconic TV show. Rugged British gentleman energy.

45 min

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Gentleman's Cut

A clean, tapered cut with a natural side part. The definition of understated, timeless masculine style.

30 min

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Textured Fringe

Choppy, textured bangs swept forward over the forehead. The European street style staple.

30 min

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Bro Flow

Medium-length hair swept back naturally with no hard lines. The most effortless men's style — just grow and go.

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Samurai Bun

A half-up bun with the sides shaved or faded. The modern warrior look that blends cultures and centuries.

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Side Part Fade

A clean side part with a modern skin fade. The classic gentleman's cut updated with contemporary barbering.

45 min

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Curtain Bangs

Face-framing bangs parted in the center, swooping to each side. The soft-boy aesthetic that's here to stay.

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Taper with Beard

A clean taper that seamlessly connects to a well-groomed beard. The total package for facial hair enthusiasts.

1 hr

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Unisex styles for square faces

1 versatile styles for anyone

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Top Knot

A sleek, high knot perched at the crown. Clean, modern, and keeps everything out of your face.

10 min

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