The Earrings That Instantly Flatter Your Face Shape
Earrings aren’t just accessories; they’re one of the most powerful styling tools in your jewellery box. The right pair can balance your features, highlight your best angles, and bring out your natural glow.
Here, we have worked with jewellery brand Abbott Lyon to reveal the most flattering earring styles for every face shape. From hoops that soften angular features to drop designs that elongate rounder faces, this curated edit makes it easy to find your perfect pair – featuring some of their most-loved pieces.
Oval Face
Try: Organic Pearl Drop Huggie Earrings, £59
Almost any style suits an oval face. Medium hoops, soft drops, and delicate huggies all enhance your natural symmetry without adding unnecessary length. The key is to highlight your face’s natural harmony rather than disrupt it. Pearls or organic shapes add a refined softness that draws attention to your cheekbones and eyes.
Avoid: Overly long, thin designs that drag the face down.
Best colour: Gold and rose gold warm up the skin; silver adds quiet sophistication.
Round Face
Try: T-Bar Huggie Hoop Earrings, £59
Think movement, not width. Round faces benefit from structure and length – earrings that add definition and subtle angles. Look for vertical shapes, sleek drops, or elongated designs that visually lengthen your face while adding a touch of elegance. Movement is key: dainty chains, geometric dangles, and slim bars help create the illusion of length without overwhelming your features.
Avoid: Wide hoops or circular studs that echo roundness.
Best colour: Gold flatters warm undertones; pearls and silver highlight cooler tones.
Square Face
Try: Large Hammered Hoop Earring, £38.35
The goal is to soften and balance your face, and curves are your secret weapon. Curved and rounded designs like large hoops and teardrops add fluidity and contrast, drawing the eye to your features without sharpening them further. Earrings with movement or an organic finish help to create an elegant, effortless feel.
Avoid: Sharp geometrics that mimic the jawline.
Best colour: Gold for warmth, rose gold to soften, silver for a crisp, architectural edge.
Heart Face
Try: Stacey’s Stories Doodle Heart Huggie Hoops, £59
Look for styles that add gentle movement and volume near the jawline, such as teardrops, curved designs, or wider bases. These create harmony and subtly widen the lower part of the face. Playful designs like hearts, hoops, or soft geometric shapes work beautifully, adding warmth to your look.
Avoid: Large studs or top-heavy designs.
Best colour: Silver tones for fair or cool skin; golds and champagnes for medium to deep tones.
Long Face
Try: Twisted Huggie Hoop Earrings, £55
Long face shapes are beautifully complemented by earrings that add soft width and gentle structure. Rounded huggies and medium hoops bring balance and a touch of volume, creating harmonious proportions without overwhelming your features.
Avoid: Long vertical drops — they exaggerate length.
Best colour: Mixed metals or layered stacks keep the look modern and multidimensional.