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Heart vs. Diamond Face Shape
Heart and diamond face shapes can both taper toward the chin and feature high cheekbones. The clearest difference is where the face reaches its widest point.
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Why they feel similar
A tapered chin is shared by both patterns. Step back from the mirror or photo and notice whether the forehead or the cheekbones creates the widest horizontal line.
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Heart
Diamond
Widest area
Usually opens at the forehead or upper cheek area.
Usually reaches its widest point at the cheekbones.
Forehead
Often feels broader than the jaw and can be a defining feature.
Usually reads narrower than the cheekbones.
Useful styling question
How can you balance upper-face width with the jaw area?
How can you soften or celebrate prominent cheekbones?