How to Find the Right Glasses
for Your Face Shape
When it comes to choosing the right glasses frames for your face shape, you want to make sure to get it right. After all, you will be wearing these frames a lot! It can be a little tricky identifying your face shape and knowing which frame styles suit you best. The expert team at Visionworks is here to help you choose the most flattering glasses for your face shape with some basic tips and the complete list of frames to fit your unique face.
Basic Tips for Finding Glasses to Fit Your Face
Identify Your Face Shape
Next, we are going to take a good look in the mirror! Look closely at your features to pinpoint your face shape. Is your jawline rounded or angular? Is your face longer or wider? It might help to have our guide with you at the mirror so that you can compare your face side by side with these images.
Know What Frames Complement Your Face
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Rectangle
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Square
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Round
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Oval
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Cat-eye
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Aviator
At Visionworks, we have a wide selection of frames from all your favorite brands. Now that you know your face shape, shopping for frames will be so much easier! Simply head to the section of the store displaying the frame shape you know will work or shop online by your face shape. This article will help you determine which of these frames shapes best complement your face shape:
Make Sure Your Glasses Fit Your Face
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Correct
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Incorrect
Once you've identified your face shape and know the best frame shape for it, you still need to keep in mind the fit of the frames. When trying on glasses, consider the following:
- Check that the width of the frames matches the width of your face and lines up with your temples.
- See that the frames sit in the middle of your face and don't extend above the eyebrows.
- Keep comfort in mind—your glasses shouldn't dig into your nose and leave marks or slip off.
- Seek a sense of balance, making sure your face isn't overpowered by the frames.
Now, let's find out which glasses work best for your unique face!
Best glasses for an oval face
Identifying an oval face
An oval face is longer and has rounded features around the jawline. You will see higher and wider cheekbones and a gentle narrowing at the forehead and jaw. Good news: an oval face is very versatile when it comes to choosing frames!
Frames for an oval face
With an oval face, you can pull off almost any glasses style. You can choose something oversized, bold and play with fun colors. Just stay away from narrow shapes, like ovals, that could make your face appear longer.
We recommend these frame shapes: Rectangle, Square, Round, Cat-eye, Aviator
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Best glasses for a square face
Identifying a square face
In general, a square face has more angular lines, especially around the jawline and cheekbones. Square faces have equally wide cheekbones, foreheads and jawlines, creating a strong sense of balance. Adding curves with your frames offers great contrast and style!
Frames for a square face
Complement your angular face with curves. The best glasses are rounded shapes with thinner frames that don't add weight to your face. Think soft and light! Make sure the width comes to the edge of your temples and sits well on your cheekbones. Avoid glasses that are too narrow.
We recommend these frame shapes: Oval, Aviator, Round, Cat-eye
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Best glasses for a heart-shaped face
Identifying a heart-shaped face
A heart-shaped face is widest at the forehead and gradually narrows through the cheekbones and jaw. This creates a very gentle curve, so almost any pair of frames will suit your face shape!
Frames for a heart-shaped face
The heart-shaped face is the most versatile of all shapes. Basically, any frame will work well for you, so have fun! Keep in mind principles of balance, though. Make sure the frames are as wide as your temples and not too narrow. Interesting design elements, like rimless glasses, may work well for you.
We recommend these frame shapes: All of them! Rectangle, Square, Round, Oval, Cat-eye, Aviator
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Best glasses for a round face
Identifying a round face
The round face is similar to the square face but with softer angles. It has slightly wider cheekbones, an equally wide forehead and jaw and soft features. Adding angular frames for contrast will work beautifully for you!
Frames for a round face
Basically the opposite of a square face, a round face looks perfect in angular frames to contrast a soft jawline and rounded cheeks. Angular frames help you add dimension and depth. When choosing a frame, go for rectangles and make sure the frames fit just above your cheekbones.
We recommend these frame shapes: Rectangle, Aviator, Square, Cat-eye
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Worried About Finding the Perfect Frames?
Even with all this knowledge, choosing frames can still be challenging! You may pick frames and love them in-store, but then change your mind when you start wearing them every day. This is why Visionworks offers the 100-Day Guarantee.
If you don't love how you look or how you see, you can return your glasses within 100 days and get them replaced with something you will love. We are here to make sure you enjoy your glasses no matter what. Plus, we offer free adjustments and cleanings for life. Browse our collection and buy glasses frames online or in-store at Visionworks!
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