Your face shape can have a big effect on the hairstyles that suit you. There are plenty of great short hairstyles for oval faces, so you should be able to find a cut that works with your face. Finding the right cut can give you a big confidence boost.
The right hairstyles for oval faces work magic. Oval faces are lovely by themselves—the full cheeks, the pointed chins, the softer jaws. Discover the most flattering haircut for your face, and you can instantly bring out your best, most favorite features.
Plus, not all short styles are created equal, so don’t go thinking that you have to get a buzz cut or otherwise chop off all your hair.
Tips for Choosing a Short Hairstyle for Oval Face
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If you have an oval face shape, then you’re in luck. Oval faces are well-balanced, meaning your cheekbones are the widest part of your face and your forehead and jaw are of the same width.
So, you can rock virtually any hairstyle with this face shape. With this information in mind, it’s a good idea to play with elements like bangs and short layers for movement. What other face shapes use to conceal or minimize, you can use to simply enhance your best features.
Just keep an eye on balance: too much height on top can make an oval face look longer, and heavy, flat bangs can hide that natural symmetry.
It is important to be practical when considering a short haircut for oval face. Choose styles that make your hair texture manageable. Also, consider how much styling you’re willing to do each day. That way, you can choose a hairstyle that is super easy or a little involved.
Best Short Hairstyles for Oval Faces
You won’t believe the versatile array of short hairstyles for women with oval faces. While many of them have similar details, such as a tendency toward side parts, they come in all different lengths and styles. From close crops to lovely lops, you’ll find a haircut that makes you feel comfortable, confident, and cute as all get out.
Some of the looks below are longer bobs (lobs) that graze the shoulders, which many stylists consider more medium-short than truly short.
Short hairstyles can help to change the appearance of oval face shapes. You can use your hairstyle to draw attention to the bits that you love and pull the attention away from the areas that you hate! Short hair can be used to widen narrow faces and shorten long faces.
1. Texturized Graduated Bob
This is a graduated bob with texture through the ends for that piecey finish. Ask for a chin-length bob with soft graduation at the nape, then have your stylist point-cut or use texturizing shears so it doesn’t turn into a helmet on thick hair.
2. One-Length Blunt Bob
If your hair falls a bit thin, try a one-length blunt bob. This short hairstyle for fat women with oval faces emphasizes your strong suit- those cheekbones! Keep it zero-elevation with no layers, and use a flat iron and a little gloss spray for that clean, glass-like finish.
3. Tapered Natural Cut with Defined Coils
This is a tapered cut on natural texture, with the sides kept shorter and the top left longer and rounded. Define coils with a twist-out or finger-coil method, and you’ll show off your cheekbones while keeping styling simple.
4. French Bob with Micro Bangs
This is a French bob paired with micro bangs cut well above the brow. It’s a high-fashion look, so keep width through the sides of the bob for balance, and make sure the bangs are cut with zero tension so they don’t bounce up too short.
5. Classic Pixie with Side-Swept Fringe
Soften a short haircut for over 50 with oval faces with a classic pixie and a side-swept fringe. Keep the back and sides neat, then leave enough length on top to sweep over and tuck back for an easy, flattering diagonal line.
6. Shaggy Lob with Curtain Bangs
This shoulder-grazing shaggy lob uses face-framing layers to keep things light and airy. Curtain bangs are a great match for oval faces because they highlight the eyes and cheekbones without hiding your symmetry.
7. Disconnected Undercut Pixie
This is a disconnected undercut pixie, with one side cut very tight and the top left much longer for an extreme sweep. The asymmetry adds edge to a balanced oval face, but keep in mind platinum will need regular root touch-ups every 4–6 weeks.
8. A-Line Bob with Beach Waves
This is an A-line bob that’s slightly shorter in the back and longer in the front. For beach waves, use a wand and leave the ends a little straighter so the shape stays modern and light.
9. Cool Sweep
Sweep your hair over so that you have more hair on one side of your head than there is on the other side. For a cool look, lightly cover one of your eyes with your wavy hair.
10. Thin Bob with Side Fringe
A short bob is a hairstyle which really suits women with thin hair. A sideswiped fringe will give the hairstyle a trendy and modern look.
11. Amazing Curls
Tight curls look truly stunning on women who have an oval face shape. Use a diffuser attachment on your hairdryer to give your hair maximum amounts of volume.
12. Short and Thick Bob
A short hairstyle can look really stylish if you have thicker hair. Lightly layer the haircut to help to give more shape to the hairstyle.
13. Wavy Bob with Subtle Highlights
Layering helps to enhance the shape of a wavy bob hairstyle. Create the illusion of additional depth and texture by adding subtle highlights close to the roots.
14. Vintage Finger Waves
This is a finger-wave style, not a haircut. The hair is typically set with gel and molded into S-shaped waves, which makes it perfect for themed parties, weddings, or any retro moment.
15. Pixie Cut
A pixie cut is the perfect short hairstyle for oval faced women. This style has been popular with women since Twiggy wore her hair short in the 1960s.
16. Skrillex/Side-Shave Undercut
Rihanna’s the queen of discovering short hairstyles for oval faces and bringing them to the forefront. A localized side shave (usually from temple to ear) paired with longer hair you can sweep over looks simple enough, but it will change your entire appearance. Trust RiRi, okay?
17. A Longer Lop
We know, this isn’t expressly short. However, you might not feel emotionally ready to chop off all of your hair, even if doing so will flatter your pretty oval face. That’s all right. Just work your way up to it. Lop your hair off as much as you’re comfortable and work your way shorter from that point.
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18. Silver Swoop
All right, to be fair, the color is irrelevant—we just really like this silvery gray shade. The asymmetric style is the real key. Parting your hair to one side can help sharpen the soft curves of your face and lengthen your jawline a bit.
19. Tousled Crop
See? An asymmetric cut is a hallmark of short haircuts for women with oval faces. It adds more shape and creates interesting angles. This crop itself is all kinds of adorable, with a definite androgynous edge to it.
20. The Modern Mullet (Shullet)
This is a modern mullet, with shorter, choppier layers on top and sides and noticeably more length in the back. Oval faces can pull this off better than most shapes, but keep the texture soft so it looks intentional, not costume.
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21. Jagged Edges
This isn’t quite a bowl cut, but it gets its inspiration from that style. This coiffure is longer on one side, though, and the layers are purposely jagged and uneven for an edgy, perpetually tousled appearance.
22. The Wolf Cut
This is more of a wolf cut than a mullet, with a shorter crown and wispy ends that taper out softly. Razor cutting helps create that lightweight texture, and the shaggy shape flatters oval faces without hiding their balance.
23. Extreme Bob
Asymmetrical bobs are sexy—end of. This extreme take on the style only has a little bit of length, but the sharply angled fall of hair is all you need. Crop the rest, girl, and get your life.
24. Short, Shaggy Lob
This isn’t a bob or a pixie cut. It’s not quite a lob, either, but that’s close. The layers are deliberately jagged and uneven—that’s the standout detail that makes this a million dollar haircut.
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25. Natural Curls
Sometimes, adopting a short hairstyle for an oval face requires nothing more than letting your natural hair do its thing. This is gorgeous—this woman is gorgeous. We love her glow, too.
26. Mid Parted Low Ponytail
For those who prefer the simple, sturdy look, this short hairstyle for oval faces with a cute ponytail and rolled up hair streaks looks lovely. The mid partition in the front just adds to its beauty. Rolling up a few streaks and blending them in with the ponytail gives a gorgeous look to the hairstyle.
27. Thick Box Braid Hairstyle
Like your hair unique and braided? Go for thick, fat box braids for short hair and give an edge to your oval face with a significant jawline. If you have got dark colored hair with a thick texture, this is definitely a look you should try!
28. Wavy Blunt Cut
Bring out a quirky side of you with a slightly wavy blunt cut for your blonde/ golden hair. Stand out like a diva in this short haircut. A voluminous hair look will go in perfectly with this style.
29. Back-Swept Curls
Go for a cute short hairstyle. Leave your curls loose and pin them back to make your face stand out. Look pretty effortlessly! The elegance and subtlety of this look are undeniable!
30. Auburn Pixie Bob with Bangs
Give your usual pixie cut a new twist. Add side swept bangs to your messy auburn long pixie cut and enhance your cheekbones. Impress all eyes that fall on you with this ombre shaded look.
31. Gold Bob
Got a little wavy texture to your hair? Color them golden and style them in a bob. Let those waves add beauty to your overall appearance. The short hairstyle looks perfect on those with a fair skin tone and broad, oval face structure.
32. Faux Hawk with Fade
Yes, girls can style their hair into a faux hawk and look pretty too! Keep the hair in the front longer and fade the sides short. Just be careful with height—too much vertical lift can make an oval face look longer, so keep the hawk wider, not just taller.
33. Bandana It Up!
Have long bangs swept aside and tie your hair into a patterned bandana. Bring out your feminine side with this cute hairstyle. Wear a sundress or a floral one piece to enhance this hairstyle.
34. Mid-Part Clean Sweep Hairstyle
Let your eyes do the talking with your hair swept back with a curly hint to them. Put on a serum to keep them in place and look like a queen in this sweep hairstyle. Light brown hair is ideal for pulling off this look!
35. Braided Band
If you have an oval face, go for a simple bob cut to enhance your looks. Add a braid like a band that runs along the sideline of the face to spice up your looks. The braided band gives a crown-like appearance.
36. Precision Bowl Cut (Mushroom Cut)
This is a precision bowl cut with a strong, rounded weight line, often paired with an undercut underneath. It works best on straight, thicker hair, and that horizontal line can look great on a slender oval face.
37. Side Part Medium Bob
Oval faces look lovely in a bob cut. The style just brings out a beautiful look altogether. Try out medium bob cut with a side partition to give your face a newer dimension. Messy short hairstyles always pull off the looks!
38. Feather Lop Short Hairstyle
Bring out a sexy appeal to your looks with this blonde feather lop cut. The chopped off, feather ends of the hair add a diva-touch to the looks. Side bangs over the forehead just spice it up a little more! This hairstyle looks choppy and lovely on anyone and everyone!
39. Copper Pixie
Color your hair a nice copper brown shade and crop them into a short pixie cut. The copper hue brings uniqueness to the looks while the pixie cut has always been a cute style to try out! If you like it super short, go for a pixie haircut!
40. Silver Lob (Long Bob)
This is a silver lob that touches the shoulders, so it falls into that medium-short zone. Color your hair a silver color with a slight blue tinge added to it. Ice it up a little and bring out a unique and subtle appeal.
41. A Hint of Blue
Get yourself a long bob cut with fringes swept towards one side. This short haircut will bring out the jawline of your oval face and enhance your facial features. Add a quirky touch with a hint of blue and dark green colored highlights.
42. Sophisticated Bob for Oval Face
Are you someone who has got thin and fine hair? If your answer is a ‘yes,’ style them perfectly! Go for a long bob cut with hair swept to one side. Add golden or bronze highlights to top up the style. This look will look ultra-sophisticated and is perfect for those in the job front.
43. Unicorn Pixie
Let the feminism inside your shine from within. Try out a lavender, unicorn shade for your hair this time and go for a cute and short pixie hairstyle. There is something subtle and bold about this look at the same time!
44. Short Locs / Starter Locs
Keep your locs styled forward in the front and wear a beanie over your hair. Just letting the tiny braids fall on the forehead and give a bold look to your face. Put on some eye makeup and a good lip shade to top up this hairstyle.
45. Mid-Length Pony
Ponytails always add an unexplainable edge to the looks. Pull your hair back in a mid-length ponytail. For the front, opt for side bangs, or long fringes swept to the side. The look is just perfect for all type of occasions.
46. A Hybrid Lob for Oval Faced
Merge a lob and a pixie cut coupled with hair swept to one side for this look. And, there you have it, a cute and elegant look for your oval face. Light hued hair suit better for this look as the haircut looks more prominent and edgy in light shade. Pair it up with feminine attire, and you are all set to rock!
47. Fringe Bowl
Try out the bowl cut with moderate length fringes falling straight on the forehead. The fringes bring out a child-like look within you, while the bowl cut brings an elegance. This look is just perfect, whether you are planning a casual day-out or have a formal affair to attend!
48. Crop Haircut for Oval Face
Not everything has to be fancy to look great, right? Try out something simple and add a charm of simplicity to your looks. This simple cropped cut with almost shoulder-length hair has a subtle appearance. If you like it simple and beautiful, this short hairstyle is for you!
49. Redhead Curls
Let your hair loose and wild. Let those beautiful curls take their own flow. Blow dry your hair up and let them sit on your head, effortlessly. The red-colored curls look lovely and bring out a completely unique touch.
50. Shiny Pixie Haircut for Oval Face
If you have an oval face, get a short blonde pixie hairstyle and look like a complete Barbie! Let your cheekbones look more prominent and give you a magical look in this cute, shiny pixie haircut. The looks go well with both, professional as well as casual attire.
51. Round Frizzy Curls
Show off your thick and frizzy hair with this short hairstyle for black women with oval faces. These days, a touch of frizz is considered beautiful, so emphasize this texture with a voluminous medium cut. Side bangs are so easy for symmetrical faces as well.
52. Undercut and Thick Bangs
Play with the perfection of a balanced face by adding bangs to your buzz cut. This hairstyle for short forehead and oval face works best if your hair is naturally thick. Long bangs will lengthen the appearance of your forehead by dragging the eye from top to bottom.
53. French Bob
There is a reason why effortless bobs are so popular. This is a French bob, cut at the jaw with a razor for that easy, natural finish through the ends, so styling can be as simple as brushing through or hitting with a curling iron.
54. Voluminous Chignon
Because you don’t need to lengthen the appearance of your chin or shorten the forehead, a hairstyle with height is easy to achieve. It’s the perfect formal short fine haircut for oval-faced women.
55. Soft and Round
Create roundness on your short haircut for oval faces with glasses, especially if they are square. Sweep your layers back when blow drying and finish off with a subtle side part.
56. Asymmetrical Bob
Need some inspiration for oval faced woman with short asymmetrical haircut? Play with length and go for this fashion-forward look. Because it’s intense on its own, it suits straightened hair best.
57. Long Wispy Bangs
No need to hide your forehead with a short hairstyle for Asian oval faced women. Wispy bangs are great if your hair is thin, but they also soften your cheekbones while framing those beautiful eyes.
58. Short Choppy Layers
Pixies are such a feminine choice as a very short haircut for oval face. If your hair is straight and fine, short spunky layers will create some height and volume.
59. Soft Blunt Bob
Frame your face with a short blunt haircut for oval faces. Hair should be cut all one length. To bring a touch of warmth, try a side or slightly off-center part.
60. Forward Motion
Use long bangs to communicate style on a simple pixie. It’s not only pretty unique but shows off beautiful highlights as well as your gorgeous, natural texture.
61. Tousled Quiff
Pixies make one of the best messy hairdos that are in full trend right now. The hair on top is layered and tapers towards the back and sides. Tousle the strands using some styling product resulting in soft spikes that tilt slightly towards one side creating a gorgeous feminine quiff.
62. Out-Grown Pixie
Contrary to common belief, pixie haircuts can be long and can look equally sexy when styled appropriately. This one works best with straight hair and is giving some mushroom cut vibes with ear-length strands along the sides and blunt bangs at the front. The pastel pink hair color is just striking!
63. Feathered Texture
This pixie cut is ideal for oval faces with big foreheads. A lot of movement and body can be observed thanks to the texture created with feathered layers. Opt for uneven bangs that elongate on one side for a funky asymmetrical look that won’t be ignored. A good blowout is all you need afterward.
64. Extra Long Top
When talking about pixies, a long top with short sides and back come to mind. Following this very image, you can go a little extra by opting for a jaw-length top and buzzing the sides or pinning them back for a faux pixie look. Curl the strands and let them fall over on one side.
65. Purple Shag
Opt for a cropped shag by asking the hairstylist for a mane full of uneven layers with neatly trimmed sides. This cut will look the best when hand-tousled for the tendrils to spread everywhere with a barely-there side part. Play with lavender and lilac tones and you won’t regret it.
66. Brushed-Back
Following all-time iconic bob haircuts, pixies are the most sought-after hairstyle by elderly women. It’s quite reasonable as these cuts are effortless to style and add some youthfulness to the face. Brush back that fluffy top putting your beautiful oval face on full display.
67. Undercut Bowl
Whether you believe it or not, undercut bowl cuts do exist and here is one to assure you. It features a high undercut with a disconnected “lid” of hair on top that falls above the ears. Let those bangs cover the forehead or pin them back whenever you want.
68. Steep Graduated Bob
Those who find perfectly aligned hairstyles boring can add some edginess to their look by getting a steep graduated bob. The hair is significantly shorter on one side and longer on the other, with graduation through the back to keep the shape sharp and modern.
69. Highlighted Front with Shaved Sides
Black women can balance out their oval faces with this playful pixie cut that won’t disappoint. The sides are shaved with long curls at the front working as bangs that shorten gradually towards the back. Lighten the fluff at the front by choosing any color you want or just go for a caramel blonde nuance.
70. Headband Look
Pixies look cute when paired with a headband. There are so many colors and styles to choose from when it comes to hairbands. You can also try various other hair accessories like pins, clips, and fancy combs to keep those bangs away for a change.
When you’re picking out a hairstyle based on your oval face, do you like super short haircuts or do you prefer a style that’s a bit longer? Let us know in the comment.