Choosing sunglasses that flatter your face can be a difficult proposition with all the choices that are out there. Sometimes it is easy to fall into the trap of choosing a pair with a pleasing color or feature without considering the shape of your face. But in actuality, the first consideration should be the shape of your face and which pair flatters its associated angles and curves.
One of the easiest ways to determine the shape of your face is to do so when your hair is wet because the hair can be combed back easily away from the face. In front of a mirror, you can then determine the correct facial shape. If there is still doubt, a washable marker or eyeliner pencil may be used to outline your face in order to determine the correct shape.
The oval face shape has been called the “perfect” shape. It is the most balanced shape, and there are many different frame styles that are flattering to this facial shape. An oval face is characterized by high cheekbones with a narrow chin. If you have an oval face, the most important tip is to avoid glasses that are too large for your underlying facial features.
The square facial shape is an oblique face with a solid jaw line. The forehead is wide and the chin is square. Oval or round frames, or butterfly lenses, flatter this facial shape. Square and geometric frames should be avoided, as well as colors that highlight the bottom of the frame and emphasize the chin.
The oblong facial shape is long and thin, and has high cheekbones and a long forehead. If you have an oblong face, avoid small frames because these tend to emphasize facial length. Instead, opt for tall frames which will deemphasize the length of your face and be more flattering.
The round facial shape is fairly self-explanatory. It is characterized by full cheeks, and there are little or no angles to the face. The width and length are basically the same. If you possess this facial shape, look for sunglasses that are angled and geometric, preferably those that are rectangular or horizontal in shape. The frames should make your face appear thinner while concurrently drawing the focus away from your face. Small short frames should be avoided if you have this facial shape.
The diamond facial shape is narrow and angular. The cheekbones are high and the chin is small. Oval, rimless, and cat’s-eye frames are the most flattering styles for this shape. Narrow frames should be avoided.
The heart facial shape is composed of a wide forehead and cheekbones that narrow down to a smaller chin. The most flattering styles for this shape would be narrow, oval, or bottom heavy frames. Avoid styles that draw attention to the forehead and the wider areas of your face.
The triangle facial shape is narrow at the forehead and widens out at the cheeks and chin. If you have a triangular face, you should avoid frames that are too narrow and out of proportion. Rimless asymmetrical styles are generally the most flattering to this facial style.
I hope you found this article to be both useful and informative. The bottom line is that choosing sunglasses that compliment your facial shape will assure a great fit and show your features to their best advantage.
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