## How to Choose a Stacked Bob for Your Face Shape ### Round Face Shapes A round face shape is characterized by similar width and length, with soft, curved features. The goal when styling a stacked bob for a round face is to create the illusion of length and structure. To achieve this, opt for a steeper angle where the back is significantly shorter than the front. The front pieces should extend past the jawline, ideally resting closer to the collarbone, to draw the eyes downward. Keep the volume at the sides minimal to avoid adding width, and focus the height at the crown of the head. A side part or long, side-swept bangs can also help break up the symmetry of a round face.
### Square Face Shapes Square faces feature a strong, angular jawline and a forehead of similar width. The objective here is to soften these sharp angles and create a more rounded silhouette. For a square face, choose a medium stacked bob with soft, textured layers rather than blunt, sharp lines. The front sections should fall below the jawline to help conceal the widest part of the jaw. Avoid a severe, steep angle; instead, opt for a gentle slope. Incorporating wispy bangs or a deep side part can also help diffuse the strong lines of the forehead and jaw. ### Oval Face Shapes
Oval faces are widely considered the most balanced shape, with the length being slightly greater than the width, and a softly curved jawline. If you have an oval face, you can wear almost any variation of the medium stacked bob. You can choose a dramatic, steep angle for a bold look, or a subtle slope for a classic style. However, to keep the face from looking too long, avoid excessive height at the crown. You can also experiment with straight-across bangs or middle parts, which are often harder for other face shapes to pull off. ### Heart Face Shapes A heart-shaped face features a wider forehead and cheekbones that taper down to a narrow, pointed chin. The goal is to minimize the width of the forehead and add fullness around the jawline to create balance.
To achieve this, keep the front layers of the stacked bob hitting right at or slightly below the chin. This adds volume where the face is narrowest. Avoid high stacks at the back that push all the volume to the top of the head, as this will make the forehead appear wider. Soft, side-swept bangs can also help cover a portion of the forehead, balancing the overall proportions. ### Long or Oblong Face Shapes Long faces have a length that is significantly greater than the width. The goal with a stacked bob is to add width at the sides and visually shorten the face. For this shape, a shorter medium length is ideal, with the front pieces ending right at the jawline. Avoid steep angles, which can make the face look longer. Instead, opt for a more horizontal line. Adding layers throughout the sides will create volume and width. Incorporating a full set of straight-across or curtain bangs is highly effective for visually shortening the face.
## Key Customization Factors to Consider When discussing the haircut with a stylist, consider these three elements to customize the look: * **The Angle:** A steep angle is modern and edgy, while a shallow angle is soft and traditional. * **The Stack Height:** A high stack creates dramatic volume at the back of the head, while a low stack offers a subtle lift. * **Bangs and Parts:** Changing where you part your hair or adding bangs can completely alter how the haircut frames your face. ## Maintenance and Styling
A medium stacked bob requires regular maintenance to keep its shape. Expect to visit the salon every six to eight weeks for trims. Styling typically requires a blow dryer and a round brush to emphasize the volume at the back and smooth the longer pieces in the front. Depending on your hair texture, you may also need a flat iron to keep the front pieces sleek or a texturizing spray to define the layers.
