A pear-shaped, or triangular, face has a narrower forehead and temples with a wider jawline and chin. The goal is balance: adding fullness around the upper half of the face and softening the strong lower line. This gallery gathers fifteen cuts that do exactly that. There are a wavy lob, a long layered cut with wispy bangs, a side-swept bob, a short bob with baby bangs and a feathered pixie. Longer options include a butterfly cut, a soft shag with curtain bangs and a voluminous blowout. You’ll also find a shaggy mullet and a curly bob with a fringe.
Fringes do a lot of work for this face shape. Side-swept, curtain or wispy bangs widen the look of the forehead and draw attention to the eyes. Layers that begin around the cheekbones add width where it is needed, while textured ends keep the jaw from looking heavy.
Your hair type affects which approach is easiest. Thick hair benefits from layering that removes bulk at the bottom, and fine hair gains lift with blowouts, waves and root-boosting products.
1. Wavy Lob Cut
Growing out a bob is the perfect time to try a wavy lob. Soft beach waves make the hair look fuller around the face and draw attention away from a wider jaw. Switch between waves and sleek styling to keep things interesting.
Inspiration: @rodrigues_ricardo
2. Layered Cut with Wispy Bangs
Long layers remove weight so the hair flows smoothly past the shoulders. A wispy fringe adds lightness and helps disguise a narrow forehead. Together, they balance the proportions of a pear-shaped face. Ask your stylist to keep the fringe light.
Inspiration: @leventkilic0
3. Side-Swept Bob
A long, swoopy fringe brushed to one side keeps attention on the eyes and upper face. The textured shape of this bob softens a strong jaw at the same time. It is a flattering choice for pear-shaped faces.
Inspiration: @barbarathayna
4. Middle Part Textured Hairstyle
Soft waves with a middle part bring out natural texture and gently frame the face. Muted money pieces add a subtle colour accent and a contouring effect. The look is relaxed yet polished. Use a large-barrel wand for loose waves.
Inspiration: @graysontroy
5. Short Bob with Baby Bangs
Baby bangs on a short wavy bob help hide a narrow forehead. The fringe curves slightly, covering the hairline and softening sharp features. It is a great way to go shorter while keeping the face balanced.
Inspiration: @scissrwitch
6. Feathered Pixie
Medium and long cuts are usually best for pear-shaped faces, but a pixie can work too. A side-swept, layered top masks a narrow forehead and makes the eyes the focal point. Use a light paste for texture.
Inspiration: @se_augusto
7. Blowout Style with Long Bangs
A classic blowout adds volume and movement to any length. Long bangs brushed to both sides frame the face and add width at the temples. It is a quick fix for hair that tends to fall flat.
Inspiration: @antoniofelipes
8. Shaggy Mullet with Piece-y Fringe
A curly mullet mixed with a shag adds texture and depth to the hair. Short, piecey bangs make it bold and attention-grabbing. The volume at the top is especially flattering for pear-shaped faces. Scrunch in curl cream to define the texture.
Inspiration: @ernestomeneses
9. Sleek Side Part Bob
A sleek, side-parted lob shapes thin hair neatly around the sides. Contouring colour plays with light and shadow, making the face look a little longer. The collarbone length stays easy to style. A paddle brush keeps it smooth and shiny.
Inspiration: @tatiana_kotova_hairartist
10. Butterfly Cut
A butterfly cut removes bulk from thick, heavy hair while keeping plenty of length. Long curtain bangs cover the widest parts of the face for a more balanced look. Blow-dry the layers away from the face.
Inspiration: @okankiliccc
11. Face-Framing Hairstyle
Invisible layers keep softness at the temples and give this long cut an interesting shape. Shorter front pieces frame the sides of the face and help even out proportions. It is subtle yet very flattering.
Inspiration: @se_augusto
12. Soft Shag with Curtain Bangs
A soft shag adds fullness to flat hair and makes your natural texture work for your face. The volume and movement are especially flattering on pear shapes. Curtain bangs give a modern finish. Rough-dry with your fingers for natural movement.
Inspiration: @brianaguilarhair
13. Choppy Bob
Choppy ends give this modern bob an elegant, confident look. It is a great choice if you want a noticeable change. Try different styling options, from sleek to tousled, to find your favourite. Ask for the ends to sit just below the chin.
Inspiration: @gustavocirino
14. Curly Bob with Bangs
Voluminous, natural curls hug the face from both sides in this curly bob. Loose tendrils fall onto the forehead, adding width at the top. Use a curl cream for well-defined ringlets. Diffusing on low heat helps preserve the curl pattern.
Inspiration: @slickback_buttahtoast
15. Comb-Over Medium Crop
A mid-length cut combed to one side helps balance a narrow forehead and wider jaw. Changing the parting creates an asymmetry that flatters. Soft waves finish the look and highlight the texture. Use a light cream to tame flyaways.
Inspiration: @augustoallencar
Where to place volume on a triangular face
- Concentrate lift at the crown and temples with root spray, a round-brush blow-dry or velcro rollers.
- Ask for face-framing layers that start at the cheekbones or above, not at the jawline, where they would add width.
- Choose a side part or deep side sweep to break up the symmetry of a wide jaw.
- Avoid blunt, one-length cuts that end exactly at the chin, as they draw a straight line across the widest point.
Choosing a fringe that suits your forehead
A narrow forehead looks wider with bangs that extend outwards towards the temples. Curtain bangs and long, swoopy side fringes do this best. Baby bangs can work too, especially on a short bob, as long as they are textured rather than heavy and straight. If you have a cowlick at the front, a side-swept fringe is usually easier to manage. Blow-dry it over a small round brush, then set it with a little light hairspray.