Several face shapes feature strong or prominent cheekbones. The most commonly cited is the diamond face shape.
Diamond Face Shape: Defining Features
A diamond face shape is characterized by a narrow forehead and chin, with the widest point at the cheekbones. This creates a distinctive, angular look. The cheekbones are significantly wider than the forehead and chin, making them a prominent feature. As stated in one source, "Typically, cheekbones are high and strong, and the distance between them is slightly wider than the forehead length." [Reference: Diamond Face Shape]
Other face shapes that often present with strong cheekbones include:
- Heart-shaped face: A heart-shaped face has a wide forehead that tapers down to a pointed chin, with prominent cheekbones contributing to the overall shape.
- Triangular face: Similar to a heart-shaped face, a triangular face also features high cheekbones and a narrow jawline.
- Heptagon face: This less common face shape is characterized by a wide forehead and prominent cheekbones as striking features. [Reference: Face shape and Choosing a Hat — WELAN]
While a round face might have cheekbones, they are typically not as prominent or high as in the shapes mentioned above. The widest part of a round face is usually at the cheek area, not specifically the cheekbone. [Reference: What Kind of Face Shape do You Have?]
It's important to note that the prominence of cheekbones can also be influenced by factors beyond overall face shape, including bone structure, muscle development, and even weight.
