The best eyeglass frames for your face accentuate your bone structure. If you are unsure of your face shape, use a ruler to measure the width of your jawline, cheekbones and chin, and the length of your face from your chin to your forehead. To put your best features forward, choose eyeglass frames that are stylish and face-flattering.
Round Faces
Round face shapes are characterized by a rounded forehead and jaw. If your face is as wide as it is long, you need eyeglass frames that are rectangular or softly angled to make your face appear thinner and longer. Avoid frames that are too round and large. These frames may overpower your face and make your face appear bigger and wider.
Oval Faces
With a long or oval face shape, the widths of your cheekbones, brow and jaw are almost equal. According to All About Vision, “look for eyeglass frames that are as wide as (or wider than) the broadest part of the face, or walnut-shaped frames that are not too deep or too narrow.”
Square Faces
If the width of your face is the same as the length, you have a square face shape. Choose curvy eyeglass shapes such as cats’ eye, round or oval frames to balance your strong jawline. Frames Direct recommends “glasses with temples that are center set or that connect at the top of the frame.”
Heart-Shaped Faces
Men and women with heart face shapes have faces that widen at the eyebrows and have a sharp and narrow jawline. Rimless style frames that are angular, round and narrow can balance out a pointed chin. Avoid frames with decorative side detailing, which will add width to a heart-shaped face.
Long Faces
Long face shapes feature a slender face with a high forehead and a narrow chin. Round, tall or square frames flatter long faces by making an oblong face shape appear fuller and wider. Avoid small and delicate frames that will accentuate the length of your face.