How to Choose Sunglasses for Your Face Shape
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Finding the perfect pair of sunglasses isn't just about UV protection — it's about finding frames that complement you. The right shape can balance your features, elongate your face, or add definition. Here's your complete guide to matching sunglasses to your face shape.
How to Determine Your Face Shape
Stand in front of a mirror and trace the outline of your face, or take a straight-on photo. The key measurements to consider are:
- Forehead width (across the widest point)
- Cheekbone width
- Jawline width
- Face length (hairline to chin)
Most faces fall into one of six main shapes: oval, round, square, heart, oblong, and diamond.
Oval Face Shape
Features: Balanced proportions, slightly wider cheekbones, gently rounded jaw.
Best frames: Almost any style works — you're the lucky ones! Aviators, wayfarers, cat-eye, and oversized frames all look great.
Avoid: Frames that are too large and overwhelm your features.
Round Face Shape
Features: Similar width and length, soft curves, full cheeks.
Best frames: Angular and geometric frames (square, rectangular, wayfarer) add definition and make the face appear longer and slimmer.
Avoid: Round or small frames that emphasize the roundness.
Square Face Shape
Features: Strong jawline, broad forehead, similar width throughout.
Best frames: Round, oval, or cat-eye frames soften angular features. Thin frames and rimless styles also work well.
Avoid: Square or boxy frames that mirror your jaw's angularity.
Heart Face Shape
Features: Wide forehead, high cheekbones, narrow chin.
Best frames: Bottom-heavy frames (aviators, round styles) balance a wider forehead. Light-colored or rimless frames at the top draw less attention upward.
Avoid: Cat-eye or top-heavy frames that add width to the forehead.
Oblong (Rectangle) Face Shape
Features: Face is longer than it is wide, with a long straight cheek line.
Best frames: Oversized, wide frames add width and break up the length. Round or square frames with decorative temples work beautifully.
Avoid: Narrow, small frames that make the face appear even longer.
Diamond Face Shape
Features: Narrow forehead and chin, wide cheekbones — the widest point is the cheeks.
Best frames: Cat-eye and oval frames highlight the cheekbones. Rimless or semi-rimless styles also complement this shape well.
Avoid: Narrow frames that emphasize the width of the cheekbones.
Quick Reference Chart
| Face Shape | Best Frame Styles |
|---|---|
| Oval | Most styles, aviators, wayfarers |
| Round | Square, rectangular, geometric |
| Square | Round, oval, cat-eye |
| Heart | Aviators, round, bottom-heavy |
| Oblong | Oversized, wide, round |
| Diamond | Cat-eye, oval, rimless |
Find Your Perfect Pair
Now that you know your face shape, browse our sunglasses collection to find frames that were made for you. Every pair is crafted with UV400 protection and premium style.