Popular Bob Style For Round Faces
Hairstyles are a very significant factor in a person’s beauty. Be it a man or woman, the look of one’s hair makes a phenomenal difference in their beauty and style. So it is essential to understand the importance of having a good hairstyle that fits your face and matches your facial features. At the same time, it is also important to understand the necessity of having hairstyles that suit each individual.
There really is no “one perfect hairstyle” for a round shaped face or a fat face. Many things factor into the total equation. The length of your hair, the texture, your age and lifestyle requirements all play a part in the best style which should be keyed towards you.
Below we get into some example of some hairstyles for round faces that fit well for a large majority of women with round face shapes. Now, I do realize that most of the people in the pictures do NOT have round faces. What I am trying to do is show you the style itself, which is most easily found on celebrities yet quite difficult to find on celebrities WITH round faces.
That said, let’s get into the top hairstyles for fat and round faces:
Long Bob Cut
The modern bob hairstyles of today are no longer just your short, basic, blunt cut that remind you of boring people with boring hairstyles. Women are opting instead for bobs that are soft and seductive and most importantly stylish! The ends of the current bob hairstyles are often razor trimmed to allow for gentle movement and free flow. It is not always easy to decide to cut your locks when you’re looking for a hairstyle change, but this type of long bob cut still gives you a new style while keeping some of the length.
There are times when you may wish to update your look without compromising the length of your hair. A bob hairstyle can allow you to do exactly that. You do not have to loose length to sport this type of bob hairstyle.
Adding some layers, and playing with a new and improved color can also freshen up your current long bob. Long, short or medium layers cut throughout your long bob can add just the spice and variety your looking for. Highlights or lowlights can also be used to add depth and definition to your look.
Long Layers
Long layered hair styles are a great example of hairstyles for round faces that can be used to create a variety of styles that fit your round or chubby face. This hairstyle is classic but considered trendy due to the long layers which are versatile. The layers are a great way to add volume to the hair that may be thick and heavy, and really does create the appearance of a longer, thinner face.
Straight is one of the most popular ways to wear long layered hair styles, and this is the style pictured here to the right. To straighten the hair to a professional appearance the hair should be sectioned into layers from the top to the bottom. The bottoms layers should be straightened first and the top layers can be styled to create the volume which is associated with the hair.
For people with long hair that are seeking a change in style, the long layered hair styles can be cut within the hair to breathe life into the style without losing the length from the bottom of the hairstyle. Rather, the shorter and top layers of the hair are shortened to create the layered effects.
Smoothly Layered Bob Hairstyle
The style pictured here is similar to the long bob described above, but just a bit shorter with more “razor-cut” type layering around the front and inside.
The layered bob hairstyle provides a less severe “break” between facial features and the “frame” formed by any hair style. Layering a medium or short bob opens up a variety of styling options. Curly, wave or flat-ironed you hair can be what you want it to be – all with the same cut and a bit of imagination.
This cut features wispy longer layers that are razored to frame the face and highlight facial features, while creating a softer effect. It is recommended for people with round and oval faces. It works well with fine to course textures and thin to thick hair. Stylists often use volumizing mousse for fine to medium hair, while smoothing gel for coarse hair.
Bob hairstyles are often a good option for chubby faces. A fat face does not mean that someone is over-sized, as any face which lacks visibility of the facial bones is considered to be a chubby face. A bob hair style can appear to lengthen the face, and can also be shaped into long layers as well for a different look. Our medium hairstyles for women section will have more like this.
Short Shags
Often times people recommend against any type of short hairstyle for people with round or chubby faces, but there are exceptions. Although the shag pictured here is not very short, and would be considered by many a medium length shag, it is still considered to be on the “short-side” as far 
as hairstyles go.
Shag hairstyles are great for those women who have round or rather plump faces, as it makes the face look thinner. They are also good for women who have very thick hair, as in cutting layers into the hair, it looks less thick. A shag hairstyle is also perfect for those with heavy curly hair, as it has the effect of making the hair look lighter and less heavy.
One of the great things about a shag hairstyle is that is very easy to manage, which is something that someone looking for hairstyles for round faces typically finds important! Some shag hairstyles do not even need blow drying, you can let the hair dry naturally and it will still look good.
Shags are a popular choice among many, because of its easy maintenance and its versatility. No matter what length you decide to wear your shag, you can always dress it up by adding highlights or dying your hair a different color than your original hair color. You can also add tapered or fringed bangs to accentuate your hairstyle features and finish off the look.
Stylish Updos
Contrary to popular perception, updo hairstyles need not be plain and boring. Thanks to all those people in the beauty industry, there are several styles which can turn a plain Jane into a celebrity in a matter of minutes.
Any hair style that adds focus to your crown works best. A French twist with curls piled on top looks very nice. As long as you have a focal point such as curls on top or tussled bangs to the side, this will draw attention away from the roundness of your face. Use off center parts, as this will draw the eye to one side of the face and throw off the roundness. More of this can be found in our hairstyling tips section.
Things To Avoid:
(1) Any slick back styles without any hair touching your face.
(2) Do not add width around the sides of your face, this will make the face appear to be wider than normal.
(3) Straight, flat bangs will only shorten your face. Try tussled or side bangs
Short Pixie Style
Pixie hairstyles looks good for any face shape and will give a sexy young look to the girl wearing it. While you may read around the internet that you should stay away from very short hairstyles for women if you have a round face, the pixie style is an exception if it is done right.
Pixie hairstyles can be worn by any women with oval, long, round, square, heart shaped faces but it looks much more beautiful on people with round faces. The pixie cut is a great option because it has short wispy layers that visually break up the volume of the round face.
A perfect short pixie hairstyle for round faces is a cut with no curls and which has wisps around the face. The wisps should be kept close to the face so as to avoid emphasis on the roundness.
Long Curly Style (With Layers)
The key to good, long hairstyles for round faces is to create a slimming effect as well as possible softening features. Round face shapes are about the same in length from cheek to cheek and from chin to top of the forehead. The rounded areas can be slimmed by using gradual layers, volume towards the top, and hair framed close to the face.
The key here is to frame the locks closer to the face to create a slimming effect and the curls are an added touch to soften the entire look. Adding a slightly swept fringe to long hairstyles will also create very beautiful looks to both sleek and curled tresses. These types of hairstyles are probably the most prominent for round faces for everyday occasions as the hairstyles are simple yet provide very complimentary looks. You can find more great examples of long hair in our long hairstyles for women section.
Layered Bangs
Try to cut soft and subtle wisped bangs for a round face. The layered look with bangs is great for hairstyles for round faces because it makes the face look less round and reduces the emphases if there is a double chin. You should choose side swept bangs for a round face, like the picture here with Kirsten Dunst. Her side-swept bangs definitely look great on her, and she is one of those celebs with a very typical round face.
What you’re aiming for is long, side-swept bangs or wispy fringes. Both help take attention away from the sides of your face, creating an arch which will help elongate your face. Stay away from super-choppy bangs or short layers that add volume to the sides.
These hairstyles would give an appealing look to many people with a fat or round face, and would add charm to their beauty. But it is always best to have good consultation at the salon before going for a particular look. Remember, not every style featured here would look good on your round face. The texture of the hair, you facial features, and the length and your lifestyle all contribute. Before and after pictures are usually good to look at when considering a change as well. Just remember, if you have a round face there are plenty of options to choose from, so do not despair!
