If your cheekbones are the widest part of your face, and your forehead and chin appear narrower — you may have a diamond face shape. Known for its symmetry and sculpted lines, this shape exudes elegance and structure. Diamond faces are celebrated for their naturally contoured appearance and striking bone structure, making them one of the most photogenic and enviable face shapes.
Identify a diamond face by noting a narrow forehead and chin with the cheekbones as the widest point. Measure forehead, cheekbones, jawline to confirm (cheekbones > forehead ≈ jaw). Soften cheekbone width with side parts, layers, curtain bangs, and rounded glasses; highlight forehead and chin, lightly contour under cheekbones, and choose scoop or cowl necklines to balance proportions.
How do you know for certain if you have a diamond face? And once you've identified your shape, what hairstyles, makeup techniques, and accessories will enhance your features best? This comprehensive guide walks you through everything you need to know about the diamond face shape — from identification and measurements to styling secrets that celebrate your natural structure.
A diamond face shape is characterized by a distinctive geometric structure: narrow at both the forehead and chin, with dramatically wide, prominent cheekbones. Imagine the silhouette of an actual diamond gemstone — pointed at the top and bottom, with the widest point across the middle. That's exactly how this face shape earned its name.
This facial structure is relatively rare compared to oval, round, or heart-shaped faces, making it particularly distinctive. The diamond shape is defined by sharp angles, clean lines, and remarkable symmetry. If you've ever been told you have "great bone structure" or "model-like cheekbones," there's a good chance you have a diamond face shape.
The diamond face creates a striking visual impact. Your high cheekbones naturally contour your face without makeup. Your narrow forehead and pointed chin frame these dramatic cheekbones perfectly. This creates an inherently elegant and sculptural appearance that photographs beautifully.
Identifying a diamond face shape comes down to four essential characteristics:
Narrow Forehead: Your forehead is one of the narrower parts of your face, often creating a tapered appearance at the temples. Unlike heart-shaped faces which feature a wide forehead, diamond faces have a more compact upper region. The hairline may come to a subtle point or taper inward rather than creating a broad expanse.
Prominent Cheekbones: The defining feature of a diamond face is the cheekbones. They're the widest part of your entire face, creating dramatic width across the middle. These high, angular cheekbones give the face its sculptural quality and provide natural contour. When you look in the mirror straight-on, your cheekbones should visibly extend beyond your forehead width and jawline width.
Narrow Jawline and Chin: Just as your forehead tapers, so does your jaw and chin. The jawline typically comes to a relatively pointed or tapered chin, creating the lower "point" of the diamond shape. This narrow lower face mirrors the narrow upper face, creating symmetrical tapering at both ends.
Angular Structure: Diamond faces tend to have sharp, defined angles rather than soft curves. The overall effect is geometric and striking, with clear definition between facial zones. Your face creates distinct planes rather than gentle transitions, giving you that sculpted, model-like appearance.
Quick Identification Test: Stand in front of a mirror with your hair pulled back. If your cheekbones are unmistakably the widest part of your face, and both your forehead and chin appear noticeably narrower, you likely have a diamond face shape. The key is that narrow-wide-narrow pattern from top to bottom.
Understanding how diamond faces differ from similar shapes helps you identify yours correctly:
For a side-by-side visual reference, see face shapes compared.
Diamond vs Heart: While both shapes feature prominent cheekbones, heart-shaped faces have a noticeably wider forehead with a widow's peak or broader hairline. Diamond faces have a narrow forehead that matches the narrow chin, creating more symmetry between top and bottom. Heart faces widen at the top, while diamond faces widen only at the cheekbones.
Diamond vs Oval: Oval faces are longer and have softer, more rounded contours with gentle curves throughout. Diamond faces are more angular with sharper cheekbone definition and a more dramatic difference between the widest and narrowest points. Oval faces have balanced proportions without extreme width at any single point, while diamond faces have that distinctive cheekbone emphasis.
Diamond vs Square: Square faces have equal width across the forehead, cheekbones, and jaw, creating a boxy appearance. Diamond faces narrow significantly at both the forehead and jaw, with width concentrated at the cheekbones. Square faces have a strong, angular jawline that matches forehead width, while diamond faces taper to a pointed chin.
Feature | Diamond Face | Heart Face | Oval Face |
|---|---|---|---|
Forehead Width | Narrow | Wide | Balanced |
Cheekbone Width | Widest Point | Prominent | Balanced |
Jawline | Narrow, Tapered | Narrow, Pointed | Gently Rounded |
Overall Shape | Angular, Geometric | Top-Heavy | Soft, Balanced |
Accurate measurements confirm whether you have a diamond face shape. You'll need a flexible measuring tape and a mirror. Pull your hair back completely to see your face shape clearly.
Step 1: Measure Forehead Width
Measure across your forehead at its widest point, typically about halfway between your eyebrows and hairline. Record this measurement.
Step 2: Measure Cheekbone Width
Measure across your face at the widest part of your cheekbones. This is typically just below your eyes, from the most prominent point of one cheekbone to the other. This should be your largest measurement.
Step 3: Measure Jawline Width
Measure from the tip of your chin to just below your ear where your jaw angles upward. Multiply this number by two to get your total jawline width.
Step 4: Measure Face Length
Measure from the center of your hairline straight down to the tip of your chin.
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You have a diamond face if: Cheekbone width > Forehead width = Jawline width (approximately)
Your cheekbones should be noticeably wider than both your forehead and jawline. Your forehead and jawline measurements should be relatively similar to each other, both narrower than your cheekbones.
Beyond measurements, visual tests help confirm your face shape:
Mirror Outline Test: Stand in front of a mirror with your hair pulled back. Using a washable marker or lipstick, trace the outline of your face on the mirror (or have someone help you). Step back and look at the shape. A diamond face will show clear tapering at the top and bottom with maximum width at the cheekbones.
Photograph Analysis: Take a straight-on selfie with your hair pulled back and even lighting. Look at where your face is widest. For diamond faces, the cheekbones should dominate visually, creating that distinctive angular appearance.
Angle Assessment: Diamond faces have angular rather than curved features. Run your fingers along your jawline and cheekbones. If you feel distinct angles and sharp planes rather than soft curves, this confirms diamond characteristics.
Diamond shapes are frequently mistaken for heart or oval faces. Here's how to avoid confusion:
Many people with diamond faces initially think they have heart-shaped faces because both feature prominent cheekbones and narrow chins. The key difference lies in the forehead. If you have a narrow forehead with narrow temples, you're likely diamond-shaped. Heart-shaped faces have wide, prominent foreheads.
Some diamond faces are confused with oval faces, especially if the angular features aren't extremely pronounced. Oval faces have balanced proportions throughout with no single dominant feature. Diamond faces have dramatic cheekbone width that clearly exceeds other measurements.
Narrow temples that taper toward the hairline
Cheekbones that project outward noticeably
A pointed or narrow chin that mirrors forehead width
Sharp, angular bone structure rather than soft curves
The goal when styling diamond face shapes is to balance the narrow forehead and chin while softening the dramatic width at the cheekbones. The right hairstyles add visual width at the top and bottom of your face while gently framing your beautiful bone structure.
Side Parts with Layers: Side parts create asymmetry that draws attention away from cheekbone width. Long layers that fall past your cheekbones soften their prominence while adding movement and dimension. This is one of the most universally flattering styles for diamond faces.
Shoulder-Length Cuts: Cuts that end at or just below the shoulders add width at chin level, balancing your narrow jawline. Ask for layers that start at chin level to create volume where you need it most. Avoid blunt cuts that end exactly at cheekbone level, as these emphasize width.
Textured Bobs: Bob haircuts work beautifully for diamond faces when they have volume and texture. Aim for chin-length or slightly longer bobs with layers or waves. The volume at chin level counterbalances narrow jaw structure. Avoid super-sleek, straight bobs that emphasize angles.
Long, Wavy Styles: Long hair with soft waves creates vertical length that elongates your face while the waves soften angular features. Waves that begin below the cheekbones are especially flattering. This style showcases your cheekbones while maintaining overall balance.
Volume at the Crown: Adding height at the crown lengthens your face vertically, which helps balance the horizontal width at your cheekbones. Subtle height through layers or styling creates beautiful proportion without overwhelming your features.
When getting a haircut, tell your stylist: "I want to soften my cheekbones and add balance to my forehead and chin." Most stylists immediately understand how to cut diamond face shapes with this guidance.
Certain hairstyles can emphasize rather than balance diamond face proportions:
Very Short Pixie Cuts: Extremely short cuts with volume concentrated at the crown emphasize your narrow forehead and expose your full cheekbone width. If you love pixie cuts, opt for longer versions with side-swept bangs and texture around the cheekbones.
Straight Middle Parts: Center parts draw a vertical line straight down your face, emphasizing width at the cheekbones. The symmetry can make cheekbone width appear even more pronounced. Side parts create more flattering asymmetry.
Sleek, Straight Styles Without Volume: Completely straight hair pulled tight against your head emphasizes your bone structure's angles without softening them. Some texture and volume create better balance.
Hair Cut Exactly at Cheekbone Level: When hair ends right at your widest point, it emphasizes that width. Aim for lengths either above or below the cheekbones to avoid horizontal lines at your widest point.
Bangs can be incredibly flattering for diamond faces when styled correctly:
Curtain Bangs: These are ideal for diamond faces. Curtain bangs part in the center but sweep to the sides, creating a softening effect around the temples while adding width to the forehead area. They frame your face beautifully without overwhelming your features.
Side-Swept Bangs: Long, side-swept bangs that graze your cheekbones create asymmetry and soften angular features. They add visual width to your forehead while drawing attention to your eyes rather than cheekbone width.
Wispy, Textured Bangs: Light, textured bangs that aren't too heavy can work well. The key is avoiding blunt, heavy bangs that create a horizontal line and visually shorten your face.
Avoid Blunt Fringe: Straight-across, heavy bangs cut at eyebrow level create a horizontal line that shortens your face and emphasizes width. If you love blunt bangs, opt for side-swept versions instead.
Styling Insight: The goal isn't to hide your cheekbones — they're your best feature! Instead, use hairstyles to add balance through strategic volume and length placement. Your cheekbones should remain a beautiful focal point within a harmonious overall look.
Diamond faces already have natural contour from prominent cheekbones. Makeup enhances rather than creates structure. The goal is subtle softening and strategic highlighting to balance proportions.
Gentle Cheekbone Contouring: Apply contour lightly below your cheekbones, but don't go too heavy. Your cheekbones already provide natural definition. Blend contour from your ears toward your mouth in a gentle arc, stopping before you reach the center of your face. Excessive contouring here can make cheekbones appear overly prominent.
Forehead Highlighting: Apply highlighter to the center of your forehead to create the illusion of width. This balances your narrow forehead with your wider cheekbones. Blend the highlight upward toward your hairline and outward toward your temples.
Chin Highlighting: Highlight the center of your chin to draw light to this area and create the appearance of width. This balances your pointed or narrow chin with your wider mid-face.
Temple Approach: Avoid heavy contouring at your temples. Your temples are already narrow, and adding shadow here makes your upper face appear even narrower. Instead, you can add subtle highlight to temples to create width.
Think of your face as naturally sculpted. Your job is to enhance, not recreate. Focus 80% of effort on eyes and lips, 20% on subtle face sculpting. Your bone structure does most of the work for you.
Blush Application: Apply blush on the apples of your cheeks, blending slightly downward and outward. Avoid taking blush all the way to your hairline, which emphasizes cheekbone width. Instead, concentrate color on the apple of the cheek with soft blending toward the center of your face.
Strategic Highlighting: Highlight under your eyes in an inverted triangle shape to brighten and lift. Add highlight to your cupid's bow to draw attention to your lips. Use highlight on the bridge of your nose to create vertical length. These strategic placements balance your natural angular structure with light and dimension.
Balanced Placement: The key is creating vertical emphasis through highlighting while using blush to add warmth without widening. Your natural cheekbone structure provides the drama — makeup adds refinement.
Eye Emphasis: Drawing attention to your eyes balances face proportions beautifully. Use eyeshadow techniques that create horizontal width — like extended outer corners or winged liner. This adds width to your upper face, balancing narrow temple area.
Brow Shaping: Soft, slightly rounded brows with a gentle arch complement diamond faces better than sharp, angular brows. Your face already has plenty of angles. Brows that are too sharp or straight can emphasize angular structure. Aim for brows that have a soft arch and aren't overly thin.
Lip Attention: Full, defined lips draw focus to your lower face, balancing narrow chin structure. Use lip liner to slightly overline if desired, and choose colors that complement your skin tone. Glossy or satin finishes add dimension to your lower face.
Balance Strategy: Your diamond face has a natural focal point — your stunning cheekbones. Makeup should create supporting points of interest at your eyes and lips while gently softening edges. Think of it as creating a triangle of focus: eyes, cheeks, lips.
Glasses frames can either enhance or overwhelm diamond face shapes. The right frames balance cheekbone width while complementing your angular structure.
Oval and Round Frames: Soft, curved frames contrast beautifully with your angular bone structure. Oval frames that are slightly wider than your cheekbones help balance face width without competing with your natural angles. Round frames soften your geometric features while maintaining sophistication.
Cat-Eye Frames: Frames that sweep upward at the outer corners add width to your upper face, balancing narrow temples. Cat-eye styles work particularly well because they create visual interest at temple level where your face narrows.
Rimless or Semi-Rimless Frames: These lightweight options don't compete with your natural bone structure. The minimal frame allows your beautiful features to remain the focus while providing necessary vision correction.
Top-Heavy Frames: Frames with more visual weight at the top (browline frames or frames with detailed upper rims) add width to your forehead area, creating better proportion with your wider cheekbones.
Frames to Avoid: Narrow rectangular frames can make your cheekbones appear even wider by contrast. Very angular or geometric frames compete with your natural angles rather than complementing them. Frames that end exactly at your cheekbone level emphasize width at that point.
Your frames should be approximately the width of your face at the cheekbones or slightly wider. Frames that are much narrower emphasize cheekbone width by contrast. Look for frames that balance rather than accentuate your face's widest point.
Your prominent cheekbones and angular jawline create beautiful earring opportunities:
Stud and Small Hoops: Classic studs and small hoops sit right at your cheekbone level, highlighting this feature without competing with it. These simple styles let your natural bone structure shine.
Teardrop and Pear Shapes: Earrings that are narrow at the top and wider at the bottom mirror your face's diamond shape beautifully. Teardrop earrings complement your natural geometry while adding elegant movement.
Medium Hoops: Hoops that sit at or just below cheekbone level work well. Avoid hoops so large they extend to jaw level, which can emphasize narrow chin structure.
Styles to Use Cautiously: Very long, straight drop earrings can emphasize vertical length and make your chin appear even more pointed. If you love long earrings, choose styles with curves or multiple elements rather than a single straight line. Overly geometric or angular earrings can compete with your natural angles rather than complementing them.
Medium Crown Hats: Hats with moderate crown height balance your face without adding excessive vertical length. Wide-brimmed hats with medium crowns are particularly flattering as they add width without height.
Soft Beanies: Slouchy beanies that sit comfortably without pulling tight against your forehead work well. They add gentle volume at the crown without emphasizing narrow forehead structure.
Fedoras and Wide-Brim Styles: Hats with wider brims add horizontal width that balances your cheekbones. The key is ensuring the brim isn't so wide it overwhelms your features.
Avoid: Very tall crowns (like top hats or tall fedoras) that add excessive height, elongating your face vertically. Tight headbands that emphasize forehead narrowness. Extremely small hats that create too much contrast with your cheekbone width.
Necklines frame your face and influence overall proportions. The right necklines soften angular features and create balanced vertical lines.
Scoop Necklines: Gentle scoop necklines create soft curves that contrast beautifully with your angular face structure. The rounded shape echoes facial width at cheekbones while drawing eyes downward, creating balance.
Cowl Necklines: The soft draping of cowl necklines adds texture and curves near your face, softening your overall appearance. These work especially well for creating balance between angular features and clothing.
Square Necklines: While they seem angular, square necklines actually work well because they're wider, adding visual width to your upper body. This balances your narrow forehead and creates better proportion with wider cheekbones.
V-Necklines (Moderate): Gentle V-necklines elongate your neck and draw the eye vertically. Avoid extremely deep V-necks that create too much vertical emphasis, which can make narrow chin structure more prominent.
Avoid: High necklines (turtlenecks, high collars) that cover your neck and emphasize face length. Halter tops that draw vertical lines straight up to your narrow chin. These styles can make your face appear longer and more angular than desired.
Statement Necklaces: Necklaces that rest near your collarbones add horizontal emphasis, balancing your vertical face structure. Wider, bib-style necklaces or necklaces with horizontal elements work particularly well.
Collar Emphasis: Tops with interesting collars or collar details draw attention to your neckline and away from face width. Peter Pan collars, wide collars, and decorative neckline details all create visual interest that balances your features.
Horizontal Patterns Near Face: Clothing with horizontal stripes or patterns near the neckline adds width to your upper body, balancing your face's narrow upper region. Avoid vertical stripes that emphasize length over width.
Avoid: Long pendant necklaces that create a single vertical line, emphasizing your face's vertical length. Chokers that sit tight against your neck can emphasize narrow chin and jaw structure.
Diamond face shapes possess remarkable natural advantages that many people try to create through contouring and styling.
Naturally Sculpted Elegance: Your high cheekbones create instant definition without makeup. This natural contour is coveted in the fashion and modeling industries. Your face has inherent structure that photographs beautifully from every angle.
Striking and Memorable: Diamond faces are rare and distinctive. Your unique bone structure makes you stand out in the best way possible. People remember diamond faces because of their distinctive, elegant appearance.
Photogenic from All Angles: The symmetry of diamond faces — narrow at top and bottom, wide in the middle — creates beautiful proportions that translate well to photos. Your angles catch light beautifully, creating natural highlight and shadow even without makeup.
Timeless Appeal: Throughout fashion history, diamond faces with prominent cheekbones have been celebrated as the epitome of elegance and sophistication. Your face shape has enduring appeal that transcends temporary beauty trends.
Fashion Industry Insight: Diamond face shapes are specifically sought after in modeling because of their natural photogenic quality and distinctive bone structure. Your face shape is literally considered an asset in the visual industries.
Your sharp cheekbones are your signature feature — embrace them rather than trying to minimize them.
Highlight Your Structure: Instead of hiding your cheekbones, use styling to create supporting balance. Your cheekbones should remain a focal point, complemented by soft hairstyles, strategic makeup, and balanced accessories.
Embrace Contrast: Your angular features look stunning when paired with soft, curved elements. Wavy hair against sharp cheekbones creates beautiful contrast. Rounded glasses frames against angular bone structure create visual interest. This contrast is sophisticated and intentional.
Own Your Angles: Many beauty trends revolve around creating the structure you have naturally. Contouring techniques try to mimic your natural cheekbone prominence. Face sculpting procedures attempt to create your angular definition. You have these features without effort.
Experiment with Bold Choices: Your strong bone structure can carry dramatic hairstyles, bold makeup, and statement accessories. Your face provides enough structure that you can experiment with softer styling elements without losing definition.
Many celebrated beauties and style icons have diamond face shapes, demonstrating how striking and elegant this structure can be:
Rihanna: Her prominent cheekbones and narrow forehead are quintessential diamond face characteristics. She experiments with varied hairstyles, from long waves to pixie cuts, always looking stunning because she works with her face shape rather than against it.
Johnny Depp: Proving that diamond faces are equally striking on men, Johnny Depp's angular features and prominent cheekbones have defined his distinctive appearance throughout his career.
Megan Fox: Her diamond face shape contributes to her memorable, striking appearance. Her makeup and styling choices consistently enhance her natural bone structure.
Jennifer Lopez: J.Lo's high cheekbones and tapered jaw exemplify the diamond face shape. Her styling choices throughout her career show how to enhance diamond face beauty.
Style Observation: Notice how these celebrities embrace their cheekbones as a defining feature rather than trying to minimize them. They use styling to create overall balance while letting their bone structure remain a focal point.
Diamond face shapes are characterized by narrow foreheads and chins with dramatically wide, prominent cheekbones. This rare face shape creates natural sculptural beauty with angular definition and striking symmetry.
Identification involves measuring to confirm that cheekbone width exceeds both forehead and jawline width. Visual tests include observing that narrow-wide-narrow pattern from top to bottom and noting angular rather than curved features.
Styling focuses on balance rather than camouflage. The goal is adding visual width to narrow forehead and chin areas while softening (not hiding) prominent cheekbones through strategic hair placement, gentle makeup contouring, and complementary accessories.
Start with hairstyles that add volume at the crown and length past the cheekbones. Side parts and soft layers create beautiful balance. Avoid center parts and cuts that end exactly at cheekbone level.
Use makeup to gently highlight your forehead and chin while adding subtle contour below cheekbones. Remember that your face already has natural structure — makeup enhances rather than creates.
Choose glasses with curved or oval frames that balance your angular features. Select earrings that complement your bone structure without competing. Opt for necklines that add soft curves near your face.
Diamond faces are striking and timeless. Your natural structure is your best accessory. The prominent cheekbones that define your face shape are precisely what many people try to create through makeup, procedures, and styling techniques.
Your angular features photograph beautifully. Your symmetrical proportions create instant visual interest. Your rare face shape makes you distinctive and memorable.
Rather than viewing your prominent cheekbones as something to minimize, celebrate them as your signature feature. Use styling techniques to create overall balance while letting your beautiful bone structure remain the star.
Diamond faces are naturally sculpted and balanced. By softening edges and adding strategic width at top and bottom, you enhance your inherent harmony and confidence. Your cheekbones are your crown jewels — style them accordingly.
Q1: How do I know if I have a diamond face shape?
Measure your forehead, cheekbones, and jawline. If your cheekbones are noticeably wider than both your forehead and jawline, and your chin is relatively narrow or pointed, you likely have a diamond face. Visually, your cheekbones should be the most prominent feature when looking at your face straight-on, with your face tapering at both the top and bottom.
Q2: What hairstyles suit diamond faces best?
Side-parted styles with layers past the cheekbones, shoulder-length cuts with chin-level volume, textured bobs, and long wavy styles all flatter diamond faces. The goal is adding width to your forehead and chin areas while softly framing your cheekbones. Avoid very short pixies with crown volume, straight center parts, and cuts that end exactly at cheekbone level.
Q3: What glasses should I wear for a diamond face?
Oval, round, rimless, or cat-eye frames work beautifully for diamond faces. These styles soften angular features and balance cheekbone width. Frames should be approximately the width of your face at the cheekbones or slightly wider. Avoid narrow rectangular frames and overly angular styles that compete with your natural bone structure.
Q4: Can contouring change how a diamond face looks?
Makeup can enhance and subtly modify appearance, but diamond faces already have natural contour from prominent cheekbones. Use gentle contour below cheekbones rather than heavy sculpting. Focus on highlighting the forehead center and chin to add visual width to these areas. The goal is gentle enhancement of your already-sculpted features, not dramatic reshaping.
Q5: Are diamond faces considered attractive?
Diamond faces are considered elegant and distinctive because of their striking bone structure and natural symmetry. The prominent cheekbones and sculptural angles that characterize diamond faces are highly valued in fashion and beauty industries. This face shape is relatively rare, making it particularly memorable and photogenic.
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