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Cosmopolitan
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
Short Haircuts for 2025: Bob vs. Pixie Styles
Everyone seems to be getting a major haircut right now. Sofia Richie just debuted a sharp bob, and Selena Gomez went for a short, shaggy one. Then there's the pixie—Emma Stone and Taylor Russell are both wearing the cool-girl cut as of late. So, it's official: short cuts are the biggest summer hair trend. I haven't had short hair since I was three, but suddenly I'm in a quarter-life crisis and need my hair above my shoulders (I blame Leslie Bibb's White Lotus bob). If you're feeling the same craving for a big chop, I'm breaking down the key differences between bob and pixie haircuts—including how to choose a length, how to maintain it, and how to make the cut feel intentional (and not impulsive). Ahead, everything you need to know about bob hairstyles vs. pixie hairstyles. Plus, expert tips from celebrity hairstylist Marc Ballance to help you avoid any post-salon regret, and tons of celeb bob and pixie cut inspo to help you choose your fighter. While both styles are short, the biggest difference comes down to length and how the cut accentuates your face shape. "A pixie is short, cropped close to the scalp, often showing off the ears and neck," says Ballance. "It tends to feel bold, and face-framing in a striking way." Because of how much it opens up the face, a pixie can feel like a dramatic, edgy transformation—especially if you're coming from longer lengths. A bob, on the other hand, still qualifies as a short haircut but offers more versatility in length and styling. "Bobs hit somewhere between the jaw and collarbone and can be tailored to feel classic, soft, or super modern," Ballance explains. You'll see bobs that are blunt and angular, tousled and beachy, or softly layered for movement. Ballance recommends thinking of it like this: pixies show off your features by cutting shorter lengths and opening up the face, while bobs give you more room to play with style and texture. Pixie styles are cropped, like, super cropped. These cuts typically sit above the ears or right at the cheekbones, depending on the exact shape and how much length you leave on top. Some pixies are super tight and short, while others are slightly grown-out and tousled. They're ideal if you want a haircut that feels expressive, with zero effort required for ponytails or updos. It's definitely the bolder choice of the two, but when tailored right, you get a modern, low-maintenance cut that shows off your face. "Bobs have a little more freedom and can fall anywhere from the jawline to the shoulders," says Ballance. That flexibility is what makes them such a popular go-to for short hair first-timers. Unlike a pixie, a bob still gives you enough hair to tuck behind your ears, style with a curling wand, or clip back with accessories. There are countless bob styles and lengths to choose from, and you can add bangs, create face-framing layers, or keep it all one length for a sleeker finish. This cut gives you a change with short hair, without the full commitment of a pixie. "With a bob, there's a lot of freedom to customize, as there's more length to play around with—think curtain bangs, blunt micro fringe, face-framing layers, invisible internal layers. It's a stylist's playground," explains Ballance. Basically, if you like having styling options and want a cut that works with hot tools, waves, or updos, bobs have a lot of range. Pixie cuts can be versatile, just in a different way. "Pixies can have layers too, but they're more about sculpting the overall silhouette than layering for movement." You'll rely more on product—think texture sprays, waxes, or creams—to shape and define your look. If you want a short cut with minimal styling, a pixie is your best bet. Short hair and curls can absolutely coexist, but the approach matters. "I love a curly pixie, especially when the shape is customized to the curl pattern." says Ballance. "You can work with natural texture to create something super flattering and low-maintenance." Pixies that are shaped to enhance your curl type can look chic, defined, and effortless. Curly bobs can look amazing too, but they do come with a learning curve. Because there's more length, you have to be careful about how layers are cut and how the movement is distributed. "You want to avoid altering the amount of weight too much, as this can cause them to get puffier and wider," explains Ballance. Aka: go to a curly hair specialist. Let's talk about maintenance, because both cuts require trims, just at different paces. A pixie is definitely more high-maintenance. Since the shape relies on ultra-clean lines and proportions, regular upkeep is super important. "Trims every four to six weeks are key to keeping the shape fresh and intentional," says Ballance. "The shorter you go, the faster you'll notice grow-out." Bobs are a little more forgiving, especially if you opt for a more lived-in or layered style. But they're not totally low-maintenance either. "You can go six to twelve weeks for a bob, depending on your texture and how structured or lived-in you like it. With both, regular shaping around the face and bangs area goes a long way," he says. If you're not into frequent salon visits, you might want to opt for a bob that can grow out more gracefully. If you enjoy keeping your cut sharp, a blunt bob, or the pixie will be ideal. Okay, now that you've done some research, here are some of our favorite celebrity bob moments to give you visual inspo for length, shape, and vibe. Zendaya Gracie Abrams Ayo Edebiri Kendall Jenner Need something to show your hairstylist exactly how you want your pixie cut shaped? Here are some of the best celeb pixie cuts worth saving to your camera roll. Tyla Emma Stone Taylor Russell Kris Jenner Marc Ballance is a celebrity hair stylist based in New York City whose clients include Nick Jonas, Bad Bunny, and more. He's a pro when it comes to all things cuts and styling. Jasmine Hyman is the assistant beauty editor at Cosmopolitan, where she writes about everything from beauty trends and product launches to celeb interviews and personal essays. She's obsessed with all things skincare and tapped the rest of Cosmo's beauty team for all their best face mist recs. Jasmine Hyman is the Assistant Beauty Editor at Cosmopolitan, where she writes about the latest beauty trends and must-have products. Her most prized beauty possessions are a meticulous skincare routine and salon blowouts. You'll also likely find her in bed reading a good book or endlessly scrolling TikTok (spoiler: it's usually the latter) while listening to Harry Styles' entire discography on repeat. Follow her on Insta to be inundated with pictures of her meals.
The Independent
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Independent
The internet adores Sofia Richie's new bob – here's exactly what to ask a hairdresser
In this week's beauty news, Sofia Richie-Grainge has gone for the big chop, taking her chest-length locks up to her chin thanks to hair stylist George Curran. The model and social media personality brought her fans along for the haircut at her Hotel Du Cap Eden Roc wedding venue, posting a five-minute video of the process on TikTok (@sofiagrainge). Describing her decision to viewers, she explains, 'I did one too many keratin treatments on my hair and, over the past six months, I've just been cutting at it and cutting at it hoping I could get this dead [hair] away – and it's just not going away. 'I know what I have to do to make this hair healthy again: it's to start over, so we're cutting a bob.' The result? A flicky, French bob – which Richie-Grainge has playfully dubbed her 'Cap Du Bob' – with face framing and blunt ends towards the rear. But when you're heading into a salon for such a drastic cut, you need a step-by-step guide. So we reached out to industry professional Samantha Cusick for the instructions to give your hairdresser, and found out her key bob maintenance tips. Expert hairdresser Samantha Cusick has styled influencers Zoe Sugg and Summer Fox, so we're in pretty good hands. She says, 'If you're after the Sofia Richie bob, ask your stylist for a classic above the shoulder (but below the chin), one length cut with subtle shaping through the front to frame the face.' 'The key to this look is that clean, French-girl finish with just enough bounce and polish to make it feel expensive but effortless,' she added. But despite thousands of positive comments, the haircut has proven surprisingly divisive. Several videos have been posted in response to Richie-Grainge's video declaring that women should 'not get the Sofia Richie bob.' One user even went viral after pointing out that Richie-Grainge will 'have licensed professionals on-hand' to tend to her hair in the months after the chop, which is unobtainable for most people. Maintenance is key if you've been inspired to get the same style. Cusick recommends the Ghd duet blowdry (£239.20, '[It's] a dream,' she explained, 'it takes the hair from wet to dry while smoothing and adding volume, so you get that signature bouncy texture in one step.' For topical products, it came as no surprise to hear that Cusick's an Olaplex fan. 'To lock in shine, use a drop of Olaplex No.7 bonding oil (£19.55, on the ends,' she described, elaborating to tell us how it imbues the strands with a luxuriously healthy and glossy glow. Finally, she looks to in-salon brand Authentic Beauty Concept: 'Finish with a mist of the airy texture spray (£25.75, soft hold and a bit of movement – you want it to feel touchable and undone, not overly stiff or styled.' Cusick also advises regular trims to keep your bob looking fresh and hammered home some age-old advice, warning 'do not skip heat protection to maintain that silky, healthy finish.'
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Good Charlotte Is Entering a New Phase: ‘We Don't Give a F-ck in a Great Way'
In April 2023, Good Charlotte played their first show in five years in one of the most improbable places: the vast, luxe halls of the Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc in the South of France. Wearing Doc Martens and black suits with tattoos peaking out, Joel and Benji Madden, bassist Paul Thomas, and guitarist Billy Martin brought their pop-punk attitude to the swanky space and delivered high-energy versions of their 2000s hits for Sofia Richie's wedding afterparty. Yes, that Sofia Richie, the model and internet personality, who is also Joel's sister-in-law. 'Sofia and Elliot [Grainge] asked us to play their wedding,' Joel Madden says on a Zoom call. 'They grew up on our band, so it was a really special moment for us to be able to bring something we love that they love.' More from Rolling Stone Good Charlotte Announce First Album in Seven Years Luke Combs Closes Out Stagecoach Set With Garth Brooks and Good Charlotte Pop Punkers in the Boardroom: The Madden Brothers on Their New Lives While videos of Richie dancing barefoot and singing along to 'Lifestyles of the Rich and the Famous' went viral, the occasion marked a pivotal moment for Good Charlotte. In the South of France, a long way from Los Angeles and their Maryland roots, brothers Joel and Benji looked around and saw just how many of their dreams have come true. 'We wanted to grow up and have happy families, and there we were, having this unforgettable night with our extended family of 19 years,' Benji Madden recalls. Good Charlotte knew they had tapped into something they hadn't in years; something worth exploring for the first time since 2018. 'We had such a great night, and we were all sitting around, and we were like, 'Should we do an album?' The whole band was like, 'Fuck yeah, yes, let's do an album,'' Joel says. Now, Good Charlotte are gearing up to release Motel Du Cap, the band's eighth LP and first full-length project in seven years. The album's lead single, 'Rejects,' is out today, marking the official start of the band's new era. Rolling Stone caught up with the Madden brothers to talk about Motel Du Cap, the possibility of touring the album, and what it's like to return to Good Charlotte. Why did you choose to commemorate that memory of the wedding at the Hotel du Cap-Eden-Rock with the album title, ?Benji: We were like, 'When would Hotel Du Cap ever have Good Charlotte play at Eden Roc?' Joel: Yeah, that juxtaposition of us at this fancy hotel. We couldn't name the album after the hotel, but we could make it our own thing. Benji: Motel Du Cap feels more appropriate. There's always a little colored sarcasm in our music, there's a little tongue-in-cheek, but then there is always some really deep meaningful subject matter on our records, too. It felt very appropriate to commemorate such a meaningful, beautiful night. It's one of my best memories. The album's first single, 'Rejects,' reminds me a bit of your early track 'Little Things,' energetically and sonically. Did you guys go in with that mentality? Joel: You're feeling that exactly right. It's really full-circle because when we made the first record in '99, we didn't know any better than to not give a fuck. We didn't know you were supposed to give a fuck. We thought it was the greatest thing ever to make a record and to say whatever the fuck we wanted to say. Then you get into the game of the music business and get a little spun around. We came full-circle back to where we're all in really good places in our lives where we don't give a fuck, in a great way. We certainly care about people and our fans. But our families are really the center of our lives. So Good Charlotte is something that we get to be totally free in. We don't necessarily need it to perform. We actually just need it to be itself. Benji: Now, when we write we only set out to do one thing: express ourselves. We don't premeditate any songs. We write a stream of consciousness. It's something we kind of learned over the years as we thought back to when we made our first couple of records. We came all the way around to what was the best thing for us, which is just to let our feelings out and not try to control it too much. You don't need to write 50 songs for a record; you need to write 12. Whatever came out in that moment is the whole portrait. We made this record completely unconsciously. We didn't meditate, we made it. We just said, 'We need to get some things out,' and we hit record. What made you guys choose 'Rejects' as the lead single?Joel: I don't even think 'Rejects' is necessarily the most obvious single type song, but it's the one we feel like people should hear first. We think it's a really great start and a representation of the record and the music. Benji: This record is the kickoff of Act Two and everything that came before that was a journey of a lifetime. Lyrically, 'Rejects' is super honest, touching on some dark thoughts. What went into writing lines like that hook 'Sometimes I wish I wasn't born at all'?Joel: We all feel that way sometimes. It's OK to feel that way. When I say, 'Sometimes I wish I wasn't born at all,' I don't mean it where I want to be gone. I am not suicidal and, thank God, I'm not depressed. But I've had times in my life where I was, and I had to figure that out, and it was a lot of work to figure out my own mental health and self-esteem. I'm still working on all of it all of the time. We're all a work in progress. Sometimes you have moments in life where it's really fucking hard. It has nothing to do with your family or your success or your failure or whatever. But it's a moment of aloneness, and you question stuff, and even have to give yourself the room to feel OK with those moments. That line, that just came out of me. I feel like everyone can relate to it, no matter who they are. They have those moments where they have to take a knee or let out a deep sigh or whatever, and then just keep getting on with it. Benji: 'Rejects' is very meaningful. It flips back and forth between you and your inner child. To me, the chorus is the inner child screaming back at you because we leave our inner children behind. When we can find our power in life is when we can get reintegrated with that kid. Joel, you fully just never wrote the lyrics down. Joel: Yeah, I don't write lyrics down. Benji: It's just boom, boom, boom. How does it feel to be creating new music more than 20 years into your career as a band? Benji: It feels really good. We learned to do things in our own time and just follow the feeling, and it just feels right. We both felt like we had an album in us, and then we started to feel like 'We need to get this out.' The beautiful thing about where we're at now is it really is about the process. It's a nice thing when you are just able to create from this very inspired and content place. It allows us to share it with people in a very 'no expectations' way and let people have their own experience with it. Joel, have you ever been happier with an album process? Joel: This band is so unique to itself and we are constantly discovering what it means to be in Good Charlotte, especially in 2025. It's funny, because in some ways I could say, 'Yeah, it's the best I've ever felt.' In other ways, it doesn't feel like the world is on my shoulders. We set out to make a great record, and we love it, and it's also filled us up in a way that we want to go on tour, which is a feeling we haven't had in a long time. This is a record we can take around the world. Are there plans to tour the album? Joel: We are going to do a world tour in '26, and I don't know if that means it's 20 shows or 40 shows or 60 shows, but whatever it is, it's a number that we feel every show has to feel unique and special, just like the album does. We want each moment to feel unique. The wedding show we played felt unique. It felt special, it felt meaningful. We all caught that and said, 'This is how we want to feel every time we go onstage.' It's interesting. People haven't actually gotten a lot of opportunities to see us live. We just haven't toured in a meaningful way in probably 10 years or so. There's so many people that will be seeing us for the first time, and we want to make it special and exciting that they finally get to see us. It's going to be a really fun show with lots of cool little surprises and things that make people happy. Hopefully, it just feels like a big fucking wedding party every night. Some fans online have been asking for an throwback tour of some kind. Do you plan to shape the tour like that?Joel: We are going to hit every era, but we're trying to figure out how long a show should be. Two hours is too long but we're not sure if an hour-and-a-half will work. When we tried to fit everything into an hour and ten minutes in our headlining set at Welcome to Rockville, we still had to cut five songs that people wanted to hear. It's crazy. Some shows might just have to be a little longer depending on where and what, but it's going to be a lot of fun to hit all the eras of GC live, and then the new stuff is going to be fun live, too. You brought out Wheatus during Welcome to Rockville, and even joined Luke Combs during his . How did those appearances come about? Do you hope to bring more guests out at shows?Joel: We're lucky because Good Charlotte works with lots of genres. We're in this weird space where we could go heavier, we could go poppier, we can even go country with Luke [Combs]. Those moments mean so much to us. 'Teenage Dirtbag' is one of my favorite songs, and to have Brendan [Bernard Brown] come out and do it felt like giving him his flowers for writing one of the greatest songs. It's also always a goal of mine to have a big sing-along. I don't care if it's our songs or someone else's songs. I just want it to feel like a throwback night where you're with your friends and you're living right now and remembering back when. Benji: It's just really fun, and we've made all these amazing friends over the years, and it's so cool to share the stage with people. If we go anywhere, we're bringing someone fun with us, or we're bringing some kind of crazy production. It's fun to surprise people. You played When We Were Young a couple of years back. Would you be open to joining this year or ?Joel: I don't know why Warped Tour D.C. didn't work out this year. We love Warped Tour, but again, if we're going to do 20 shows over a year, every single show has to be something that people are going to get their money's worth, and they're going to see Good Charlotte and hear our full set. I'd still pop up and do one. We'll see. Benji: Logistically, this one couldn't work, but I have no doubt we'll be back at a Warped Tour sometime. What friends did you call up for collaborations on ?Joel: One of my favorite artists is this new guy from Maryland, he's got a real place in our hearts. His name's Luke Borchelt and he's a country singer not far from where we're from in Maryland. We did a song with him that I'm really excited about. I'm such a fan of his album. He just got off the road with Shaboozey, who's also from the DMV area. It's so cool to see people from home making these big impactful musical moments. We also have a feature from Wiz Khalifa. It's been a long time coming. We've been friends a long time, and we've been talking about doing something, and we finally got to. Benji: I love the Wiz song. It'll be one of the more memorable songs in our catalog when this record comes out. It's a really cool song. Joel: We wrote a song with Matt Koma from Winnetka Bowling League, who's one of our best friends and plays with us live. Who else did we write with Benj? Benji: Jordan Fish. We also wrote with a dear friend of ours that I think would surprise people too: Charlie Puth. Charlie produced it, and I think there's some sneaky Charlie vocals in there in the mix. It's not a feature but you'll hear it. Joel: He snuck them in there for sure. Who else produced the album?Benji: We got to do a majority of the record with Jordan Fish. When Jordan joined Bring Me the Horizon, I immediately was like, 'Whatever they did there, that's really special.' Now that Jordan left the band and he's producing full time, I knew I wanted to make music with him. We made most of the record with Jordan and Zakk Cevini and me and Joel together. It allowed for us to have a place to be really vulnerable and just try and sing about things that you don't know if this is going to turn into a song. If you're in a room with a bunch of people that are thinking about hit songs, it ain't going to make it past the first verse. To have a space where no one gives a fuck, it's not about anything other than let's just do something special, that's when things can happen. Good Charlotte's last album was 2018's The band took a between albums back in the . What's the biggest advantage of allowing this time between releases?Benji: It's like we lived a lifetime before we made our first record, from when we were born to all our experiences in early childhood and adolescence. We've played out those insecurities, those great moments, and we did it as young people in front of the world. We took our lives back. We nurtured our own growth and spent valuable time with our families and loved ones. It's like we've been living and filling the gas tank up with more experience, more lessons, more self-realizations, more explorations in order to be better and be able to give back to fans now. Joel: It's a little less-is-more type of thing, where I actually really get to move through the world now at a pace I could sustain and interact with people and have memories and meet people. It's a nice little pace. I actually prefer to live that way. Even going and doing a big festival like Welcome to Rockville was still at a pace where we could interact with everyone and make a memory versus running in and doing a million things. With , you've become mentors in the pop-punk and rock scene. How did that role inform this album?Joel: At MDDN, we work with these amazing bands, and we get to interact with and participate in their lives in ways that are really fun for us. It's more meaningful to me to watch them shine and see them accomplishing all their achievements. As artists, they're just making really great music and they're incredible to watch. It's so fulfilling. Benji: It's also very healing and it's such a blessing. We don't take it for granted. We really cherish and appreciate that we get to tell them things that we wish people would've told us. Joel: They teach us things that no one told us, too. There is a real true collaboration of age and perspective and experience. What was the scariest part of returning to Good Charlotte?Joel: The only thing we're always ever worried about is how much time any of it will take away from our families. Thank God, we have such supportive wives and kids. It's a really nice situation where everybody's on board with just figuring it out together. What we don't want to do is make it at the cost of them. The only thing we've all ever talked about is to have successful family lives. We're trying our hardest, and everything we do is going to be measured by that. What's interesting about Good Charlotte is we are a part of this generation of people figuring out how to live life and not take the old information we were fed as kids, and try to figure out how to be dads, how to be husbands, how to have families. It is actually a big broad span of a couple generations of people who come from that high divorce-rate generation, and we can all relate to it. We actually want to get our personal lives right and hopefully have success in the world, but not at any costs. Benji: Genuinely, the only thing that matters to us is successful family lives, and the rest will just be additive. Joel: We're at a nice place where we are not really that worried about anything other than the people that want to enjoy the album will enjoy it. Whoever hears it will hear it, and we'll do as many shows as we can, and we'll be happy with it. Whatever we show up for, we're going to give it everything we have. Benji: We're making not-broken homes. We started going to therapy and we started working on our self-esteem because when we were young, we had low self-esteem. We really needed to be validated. But once we fixed that, the need for validation just went and doesn't motivate us anymore. For us, we're motivated by experiences, by doing things that feel special, and by sharing these with the people we love. 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Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Sofia Richie displays post-baby body in bikini during family getaway... after breaking silence on cheating rumors
Sofia Richie enjoyed a bikini break during her luxurious family getaway. The daughter of Lionel Richie, 26, has been posting a number of photos from her recent travels to her Instagram, and over the weekend showed a little skin as she basked by the ocean in a leopard print swimsuit. The new mother displayed her svelte abs as she lounged across two chairs and gazed towards the water through her black sunglasses. Her beachfront accommodations included two lounge chairs covered with towels, a large umbrella, and a perfect view of the ocean. She uploaded the photos on Sunday and captioned it with a lime emoji, and while she did not reveal her location, she has been in the South of France as of late. Sofia kept the photos coming on Wednesday, posting a carousel which included a sweet snap of her husband Elliot Grainge, 31, with their adorable one-year-old daughter Eloise. The doting dad carried their baby girl on his shoulder during a leisurely seaside stroll. Sofia dropped a photo of herself curled up on a plush chair with her colorful sweater pulled over her legs, a glass of rich red wine resting on the nearby table. The various images also chronicled their fine dining, which included a romantic beachfront pasta dinner and in-flight cuisine. She captioned the post with a rosebud emoji. The family's trip comes days after Sofia broke her silence on rumors that Elliot cheated on her following the birth of their daughter. Sofia addressed the claims in a TikTok video where she and Elliot read through a series of nasty comments from a post accusing him of having an affair. She filmed Elliot reacting to the 'mean' remarks while she laughed them off—making it clear she's standing by her man. 'Get that coin, sis,' Elliot read out loud, prompting Sofia to let out a small laugh. He then continued with, 'Why wouldn't she want to be single again?' and 'They got married?' Another was, 'She already secured the baby. Sofia has a rich dad as well, she should divorce him and take his child support money.' As Richie laughed once again while her husband read the comment, Grainge quietly added to his wife, 'Don't do that Soph.' Elliot then read another and said, 'That? Cheating on her?' - causing them both to agree the comment was 'mean.' Sofia panned the camera back to her and after a few moments passed, her husband questioned, 'What am I? Shrek?' In the caption of the post, the influencer penned to her followers: 'I had to break it to my husband that he's not the peoples princess.' Social media users jumped to the comment section on the star's TikTok to offer their support to the couple. One penned, 'Best way to silence haters,' while another typed, 'Changing my dating app bio to "looking for an Elliot Grainge."' 'People honestly forgot how hurtful the things they say can be. That's terrible, poor dude,' a fan wrote. One shared, 'NOW this is a way that we should be clearing up rumors every single time. I love this,' and another added, 'Never doubted this man! He loves her, people are weird.' 'Real ones love Elliot and know he treats you like a queen,' one TikTok user penned, which also garnered a like from Sofia. Back in 2021, it was confirmed that Sofia was dating Elliot - who is the son of CEO of Universal Music Group Lucian Grainge. The following year, he popped the big question during a romantic proposal during a getaway to Hawaii. In April 2023, Sofia walked down the aisle and the couple said 'I do' during a ceremony that took place in the south of France. The nuptials went viral on social media when the beauty launched her TikTok only days before the big day - and drew massive attention for its 'quiet luxury.'
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
The best sungalsses for your face shape: Luxury fashion stylist reveals the outdated and unflattering looks to avoid
When it comes to simple accessories that pack a huge fashion punch, sunglasses are the ultimate go-to. One great pair can elevate even the simplest outfit – think Sofia Richie in a white tee, blue jeans and a slicked-back bun – into something worthy of street style snaps. But while we all love the instant polish they bring, finding a pair that truly flatters your face shape is where things get a little trickier. So we spoke to luxury fashion stylist Oriona Robb, who has plenty of experience helping clients find their new favourite pair. Robb's advice? 'Finding the right pair of sunglasses isn't just about trends – it's about balance. The goal is to choose frames that complement your features, create harmony, and make you feel effortlessly you.' The truth is, there's a sunglass shape for everyone, whether your face is round, square, heart-shaped or oval. The key is shopping with knowledge of the basic styles best-suited to your features so you don't get overwhelmed. Below, Robb has selected the best styles for each face shape – plus the unflattering trends worth retiring from your rotation once and for all. Round face: A round face shape is characterised by soft, curved lines with equal width and length, and full cheeks with minimal angles. Celebrity examples include Selena Gomez (above), Chrissy Teigen and Mila Kunis. Go for... For round-faced women, Robb suggests a cat-eye for a look that lifts and elongates the face, perfect for those wanting the appearance of a slimmer facial structure. If you're after a more traditional style, she'd pick a wayfarer: the wide frame balances wide-set cheeks, which creates more harmony between the top and bottom halves of the face. Avoid... 'Round faces benefit from structure,' Robb explains. 'Sharp angles help define your features and create contrast. Therefore, avoid oversized circular styles that make your face appear fuller and round frames that echo, and therefore emphasise, your face shape.' Oval face: An oval face shape is well-balanced, slightly longer than it is wide, with gently rounded features and a softly tapered jawline. Celebrity examples include Bella Hadid, Beyoncé and Kim Kardashian (above). Go for... 'Oval-faced people are lucky,' Robb explains, 'because lots of styles complement their facial structure. My top picks would be aviators or round, metal-rimmed sunnies that are bang-on trend for SS25. Oversized styles are also great if you want to make more of a statement.' Avoid... 'Oval faces are naturally balanced, so most styles work,' Robb advises. 'Frames that are too narrow or an ill-suited shade, however, can throw this balance off. Avoid any glasses that are out-of-proportion with your features – and don't pick so large a pair you look cartoonish!' Square face: A square face shape features a broad forehead, strong jawline, and straight sides, with width and length in near equal proportion. Celebrity examples include Katie Holmes, Demi Moore and Jennifer Aniston (above). Go for... 'Square-faced women have fantastic jawlines,' says Robb, 'which you want to compliment without overly exaggerating and creating a boxy effect. My top recommendations would be a curved, oval frame which softens angles, as well as classic aviators, which are best suited to square faces.' To prevent over-exaggerating an angular jaw, Robb suggests against boxy or geometric shapes with heavy, straight lines. Sharp cat-eyes with heavy corners also create a heavy, boxy effect, so if you do like a cat-eye opt for one with rounded edges for a softer finish. Heart-shaped face: A heart-shaped face is widest at the forehead, with high cheekbones and a narrower, more pointed chin. Celebrity examples include Reese Witherspoon (above), and Scarlett Johansson. Go for... Robb says the key for people with a heart-shaped face is to look for bottom-heavy frames that draw attention downwards and balance a wider foreheads. 'Round or oval styles work well for this, because they provide a focal point beneath the forehead.' Avoid... When it comes to heart-shaped faces, stay away from top-heavy frames or ones with bold brow lines, as they'll emphasise a broad forehead. You want to balance the narrow chin and soften the width at the top of your face, so a severe cat-eye is also a bad idea. Rectangle face: A rectangle face shape is longer than it is wide, with a straight cheek line and a strong, angular jaw and forehead. Celebrity examples include Sarah Jessica-Parker (above), Anne Hathaway and Liz Tyler. Go for... 'When it comes to a rectangular face, you want to shorten the face visually and add some horizontal emphasis,' Robb says. Her suggestion? Oversized or wraparound frames that add width to your face, or frames with decorative temples, that helps break up the length. The necessary styles to avoid for those with rectangular faces are small, narrow frames that make your face look bigger and longer. You also don't want a style that sits low on the face, as that'll make your face look longer again.' Diamond Face: A diamond face shape is defined by high, prominent cheekbones, a narrow forehead, and a pointed chin. Celebrity examples include J-Lo (above), Rihanna and Vanessa Hudgens. Go for... Robb says that trendy rimless sunglasses are great for those with diamond-shaped faces, and they help soften angular cheekbones. Upswept frames are also a good option, because they highlight the gorgeous high cheekbones diamond-shaped faces have. 'With a diamond-shape face, you want to highlight the cheekbones while softening the edges of the face,' Robb advises. 'That means narrow and angular frames that exaggerate sharp lines are a big no.'
