For which face shape is adding height at the crown a recommended guideline?

For which face shape is adding height at the crown a recommended guideline?

• A. Round
• B. Pear
• C. Diamond
• D. Square

Answer: (A)

When shaping for balance, adding height at the crown creates vertical length that counteracts a round face’s width. By lifting volume up top, the overall silhouette becomes taller, which makes the cheeks and jawline appear less full and the face look more elongated and oval. That elongation is the key for round faces, helping to soften the roundness and achieve a more balanced proportion. In contrast, other face shapes rely on different adjustments (such as widening or narrowing areas or softening angles) to achieve balance, so crown height is specifically effective for giving round faces the elongation they need.

When shaping for balance, adding height at the crown creates vertical length that counteracts a round face’s width. By lifting volume up top, the overall silhouette becomes taller, which makes the cheeks and jawline appear less full and the face look more elongated and oval. That elongation is the key for round faces, helping to soften the roundness and achieve a more balanced proportion. In contrast, other face shapes rely on different adjustments (such as widening or narrowing areas or softening angles) to achieve balance, so crown height is specifically effective for giving round faces the elongation they need.