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What Style Glasses Suit Your Face Shape?

26 May 2022

What Style Glasses Suit Your Face Shape?

There are so many different glasses styles to choose from, that finding the

right pair to suit you can be tricky. However, the most important question

to consider when it comes to finding your perfect fit is - what is your face

shape?

Read on to learn what the common face shapes are, and recommendations for

the type of

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frames that will look fantastic on you.

Oblong Face Shape

Oblong faces are rectangular in shape. They are long and slender with a

straight cheek line and a prominent chin.

  • Frames with more depth, such as a

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>bold square shape</a

>, will offset the length of your face.

  • Decorative details and different colours and textures will add some width

to your face.

  • Avoid narrow and rectangular frames as they will make your face appear

longer.

  • To highlight the natural balance of your face, a

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with upswept corners will emphasise your cheekbones.

Diamond Face Shape

Diamond-shaped faces are the rarest face shape. They have a narrow eye line

and jawline with high, dramatic cheekbones.

  • Strong detailing will accentuate your eyes and soften the lower portion of

your face.

  • Small

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will soften the angular lines of your face.

  • For men, try a

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to contrast your facial features.

  • For women, try a

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that angles towards the top corner and follows the lines of your face.

  • Top-heavy

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will work well to contrast with your cheekbones.

Square Face Shape

Many different kinds of glasses suit square faces. This shape face has a

broad, deep forehead, wide jawline and square chin.

  • Soften the edges with an oval frame which will also add

contrast to your angular features.

  • A stylish feminine

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will soften your edges and add a bit of flair.

  • Avoid thin, angular and square styles as these will draw attention to your

chin.

  • Complement your face shape with large silhouettes like solid

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>round acetate frames</a

>.

Heart Face Shape

This is typically the most versatile of all the face shapes. Heart-shaped

faces have a broad forehead and wide cheekbones that narrow down to a small

chin. Lots of frames suit heart-shaped faces.

  • Choose frames that will provide contrast and balance to your face.
  • Frames that are wider at the top than the bottom will add width to the top

of your face without exaggerating your cheeks.

  • Try light-coloured or

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for something subtle that softens your features.

  • Wear

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>oval-shaped</a

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glasses as they won’t overemphasise your cheekbones.

Triangular Face Shape

A triangular face shape has a narrow forehead and widens at the cheeks and

chin areas.

  • Wide frames are good for triangle face shapes, as they add width to a

narrow forehead.

  • Frames that are heavily

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will add balance to the lower third of your face.

  • Glasses with a wide or bold brow line will draw attention away from your

jawline and elongate your forehead.

  • Glasses that are darker on top and lighter at the bottom, such as

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>aviators</a

>, are ideal for this face shape.

Oval Face Shape

People with oval faces suit most frame shapes. Oval faces are well-balanced

and softly rounded, with a forehead slightly wider than the jaw, and high

cheekbones.

  • A

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will complement your face's natural lines and add a vintage twist to your

look.

  • Details on the arms will further define your face shape.
  • If you prefer subtle, go for a large,

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>rounded metal frame</a

>.

  • Or, go bold with a funky colour, texture, or frame shape like a

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>retro-inspired square or round shape made with thick acetate</strong

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>.

Round Face Shape

A round face is all about curves. Round faces are fairly short with a wide

forehead, and often with full cheeks and a rounded chin.

  • Balance out your features with a strong brow line.

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are ideal for achieving this.

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>Cat-eye glasses</a

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have the ability to add length to your face.

  • Sharper edges create angles and have a flattering effect. Choose styles

with bold, angular details and clean lines.

Summary

Keep in mind that there are no hard and fast rules when it comes to choosing

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>. You should go with your instincts. Expressing your personal style through

your frames can be a fun way of bringing out your unique personality and

letting yourself shine!

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