Choosing Frames For Your Face Shape
One of the best ways to narrow down your frame options is to determine what face shape you have. Here are the seven basic face shapes and what frames usually go well with them.
Round Face Shape
Round faces have a circular appearance with no strong edges or angles. Your face is short, with your cheekbones being the widest part. Frames with sharp angles will help balance out your features.
Ideal Frame Types:
- Rectangle
- Browline
- Clear nose bridge
- Bold colors
Heart-Shaped Face
A heart-shaped face has a broader forehead, prominent cheekbones, and a narrow chin. Round frames help soften angles, while rectangular frames, or frames that are wider at the bottom, can add balance.
Ideal Frame Types:
- Round
- Geometric
- Frameless
Square Face Shape
A square face shape has a similar height and length. You have a wide, angular jaw and a broad forehead. Rounded shapes that are wider at the top will complement your face shape and add softness, while oval and rectangular frames will add balance and structure.
Ideal Frame Types:
- Round
- Browline
- Cat-eye
- Oval
- Rectangle
Oval Face Shape
An oval face shape has balanced proportions. Your cheekbones are wider than your forehead, you have no sharp angles on your jaw or chin, and your face is longer than it is wide. Frames that are just as wide or wider than your cheekbones will help maintain your natural balance.
Ideal Frame Types:
- Rectangle
- Square
- Oval
Oblong Face Shape
An oblong face shape is longer than it is wide, similar to an oval shape. The difference is an oblong face shape has a long, straight cheek line. Thick, angular frames will balance the round features.
Ideal Frame Types:
- Full Rim
- Square
- Rectangle
- Wayfarer
Diamond Face Shape
Diamond-shaped faces are the rarest. They have narrow, angular jaw lines, prominent cheekbones, and narrow foreheads. Rounded frames will add softness and balance.
Ideal Frame Types:
- Round
- Oval
- Browline
- Cat-eye
Base-down Triangle Face Shape
A base-down triangular face has a broad jawline, wide cheeks, and a narrow forehead. Glasses with a wider top rim help to balance features.
Ideal Frame Types:
- Browline
- Cat-eye
- Aviator
- Wayfarer
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