Choosing Glasses To Suit Your Face Shape
For the 59% of UK citizens that wear glasses, the look of their frames is an important part of their day-to-day confidence. Since the 1970s, glasses have been a fashion accessory as well as a means of correcting vision, and with more brands, styles and colours available than ever, it’s easy to find the perfect pair. Understanding your face shape is the first step to finding frames that suit you, so we’ve put together a guide to get you started. Read on for some top tips, and if you’re based in London, search ‘optician near me’ to find us here at The Eye Establishment for more expert advice.
What face shape do you have?
No two faces are the same. Even identical twins have slight differences that help to differentiate them from one another. You’ve likely got some understanding of what your face shape is; most of us know whether we’re rounder in the cheeks or narrower at the chin. However, if you’re not 100% sure, it’s simple to identify your face shape by looking in the mirror and taking some basic measurements. This will give you a clearer indication of which of the six face shape categories - oval, heart, round, square, rectangle and triangle - you fit into.
Choosing suitable glasses for each face shape
Oval
Oval face shapes are considered the most balanced. They are a combination of both round and square faces, with smaller foreheads and more length. If you’re lucky enough to have an oval face shape, you have much more flexibility when it comes to frame shapes. However, two of the most popular are:
- Rectangular frames, such as the Lunar A6 256
- Square frames, such as the Garrett Leight - OG Freddy P
Heart-shaped
Those with heart-shaped faces have wide foreheads and cheekbones that taper down to a narrow chin. Most people with this face shape look for glasses to balance out these dimensions, including styles like:
- Oval frames, such as the Eyevan - Off 16T
- Rimless frames, such as Lunor Classic Oval M
Round
As the name suggests, round face shapes have fuller cheeks and a rounded chin. Glasses to complement this shape tend to create the angles and definition that the face is naturally missing, while adding contrast too. Those with round face shapes should consider:
- Square frames, such as the Dita - Vers-Two Optical
- Cat-eye frames, such as the Garrett Leight - Vista
Square
Square faces have broad and deep foreheads with a wider jawline and a square chin. They are very angular, creating striking angles and contrasting brilliantly with curved and softer glasses. Consider:
- Round frames, such as the Lunor M10 01
- Wire glasses, such as the Mykita - Lite - Ede
Rectangle
Those with rectangular face shapes have more length than they do width. Their foreheads, cheekbones and jawlines tend to be an equal distance apart. Glasses here should accentuate the definition and angles while also softening. Choose styles such as:
- Oval frames, such as the LGR - Teos Bold
- Thin-rimmed frames, such as the Celine - CL50036U
Triangle
If you have a triangular face, you’ll have a broader forehead and a small chin. This gives you wider cheekbones but less bulk around the bottom half of your face. For this face shape, choose glasses like:
- Round frames, such as the Eyevan - Merced
- Oval frames, such as the Dita - Schema-Two
Remember that no matter your face shape, the perfect pair of glasses doesn’t have to fit into a strict box. It’s more important that you feel confident and comfortable in your new frames than whether they exactly suit your face shape. As the best optician in London, The Eye Establishment prides itself on stocking many of the industry’s leading brands. We have a highly experienced team to support you at all times. So whether you’re thinking, ‘What is the best eye optician near me?’ or are unsure about what type of glasses or sunglasses you require, contact us today.