How to pick glasses for your face?

Getting face glasses that fit your face is very important in giving you a great look. Are you worried about getting the perfect face glass for your face shape? No need to worry- the following tips will help you find the eyeglasses that perfectly match your style.

What is my Face Shape?

Everyone has a particular shape that describes their face. The shape of your face is critical in determining the kind of glass that will be good for your style. Knowing your face shape is critical in helping you know the face glass that is right for you. The different kinds of face shapes include:

  • Round face
  • Oval face
  • Square face
  • Rectangle face
  • Diamond face
  • Heart-shape face

How to Judge Face Shape?

Step 1 Measure out the widest part of the face and write down the number.
If your forehead is the widest, write down the number “1” in your notebook.

Step 2 Contrast the length of the face and write down the number

Step 3 Compare the length of the forehead to the length of the lower jaw and write down the number.

Step 4  Check the shape of your chin in the mirror.

Step 5 Match the numbers recorded in steps 1 to 4 in the table below, and you can find your corresponding face shape. 


You, however, need to use your instinct while deciding on the kind of face glass that will suit your taste, style, and face shape. You should pick a glass frame that is not sliding or pinching but lies comfortably on your nose and ears.

Which Face Shape is Fit for Various Shapes of Glasses?

The heart-shaped faces are the most versatile of all the faces. A wider forehead and a narrow chin with high cheekbones characterize heart-shaped faces. People who have this shape have a wide range of glasses that can perfectly suit them. They can benefit from bottom-heavy frames, low-set temple frames, oval-shaped frames, or light-colored frames.

Which Eyeglass Shape is Suitable for an Oval Face?

An oval shape can fit most eyeglass shapes. The glasses that bring a geometric balance to the face perfectly fit an oval face. Most frames will give a perfect look on an oval. There are, however, some eyeglass shapes that will be exemplary of the oval shape. These eyeglass shapes include:

Look for frames that are as wide as the widest part of your face, typically around the area of your eyes, to add subtle contrast to your facial features. This can include circular, aviator, rectangular, Wayfarer, and square frames. For oval-shaped faces, oversized frames are the preferred choice because they can fill in the empty space in the middle and avoid overcrowding the facial features. Light makeup goes well with light-colored frames, while heavy makeup is suitable for darker frames.  

What are the characteristics of an oval face?

People with oval faces get a proportional balance on a vertical plane. The faces are longer, with a round jawline and chin. The cheekbones are a bit wider and narrower towards the forehead. The forehead is the widest part of an oval shape.  


What kind of glasses are suitable, such as wider framer using bold colors
The suitability of glasses depends on one's taste, style, face shape, and preference. Wider frames will make a perfect selection for people with wider faces since they balance out features. Wider frames can give a larger area that can support thicker lenses hence are a perfect fit for a strong prescription. Bold color frames on the other side give a touch of style. You will need to match your colors with your outfit to give it a perfect look.


What Kind of Glasses are Suitable for Square Faces?

Square faces need a glass frame that sits high on the bridge of the nose. The oval or round glasses will soften and give balance by adding a thinner look that flatters the face. They give a more symmetrical appearance since they are wider than the cheekbones.

Choose a frame with some curvature, either oval or circular, where the top edge of the glasses does not exceed the eyebrows and the bottom edge does not exceed the middle of the nose. For a square face, a glass frame located high on the bridge of the nose is needed. Oval or round glasses will soften and balance the face by adding a thinner appearance, making the face appear flatter. They are wider than the cheekbones, so the appearance is more symmetrical.  

 

What are the characteristics of a square face?

A wide hairline with a tough angular jawline characterizes the square faces. It features a clean straight line from the forehead to the jaw with almost the same width.  

Glass Frames need to Keep Away from

Frames that draw attention to the angular features must be avoided. Angular and boxy eyeglasses sharpen the features making a face look bulky.

What kind of glasses are suitable for diamond-shaped?

The diamond-shaped faces need glasses that balance the features. The most suitable glass for this face shape is an oval frame. They give a perfect balance of this ace while highlighting the best attribute.  

What are the characteristics of a diamond face?

Diamond faces have a narrow forehead, pointed chin, defined cheekbones, and angular jaw lines. There is a full cheek, a narrow forehead and a jawline in a diamond-shaped face.  

The best style is round or frameless. Choose an elliptical shape with interesting cat-eye frames.

Glass Frames need to Keep Away From

You should avoid glasses that accentuate the width of your cheeks, enhancing your narrow features. A boxy and narrow frame, es will not be ideal if you have a diamond face.


What kind of glasses fits a heart-shaped face?

Heart shapes boast of a number of glass frames that perfectly fit in. They require a glass frame that comes out wider than the forehead with a touch of round bases to offer the right balance while complementing the facial features. The round or square glasses with curved edges will give a good balance between the high forehead and the narrowness of the chin.  

What are the characteristics of a heart-shaped face?

The heart shape features a narrow chin, pointed hairline, and a wider cheekbone. The face will be angled to the chin, a similar characteristic of a round face though the forehead is wider.  

Glass Frames need to Keep Away from

You should shun any color or style that draws attention to heart'sorehead. Temple-decorated frames or embellished tops are not recommended.

What kind of glasses are suitable for round-shaped faces?

Frames that are too square and rigid can give a stiff and masculine look. For sisters with rounder faces or more flesh on their faces, frames with softer lines and decorations will be more suitable for their gentle and youthful temperament. They are suitable for rectangular, cat-eye, and semi-rimless frames.  

What are the characteristics of a round-shaped face?

Diamond faces have narrow foreheads and defined cheekbones along angular jawlines. The cheeks are full, with a narrow forehead and jawline.  



What kind of glasses is suitable for a triangle face?

Triangle faces are perfect with wider frames as they can broaden the top of your face. Cat-eyes sunglasses can divert attention from your jawline and elongate your forehead. Bolder glasses on top and lighter on the bottom are a perfect fit for triangle face shapes.

Cat-eye sunglasses can divert people's attention to the jawline and elongate the forehead. Top-heavy frames and bottom-light frames are particularly suitable for triangular face shapes, so browline glasses are also a good fit.  

What are the characteristics of a triangle-shaped face?

A narrow forehead and a wide square jawline characterize triangular faces.

A triangle-shaped face is characterized by a broad or wide forehead and narrow or pointed chin, which creates a triangle shape when viewed from the front.