When it's time to think about glasses, the frame should be a complement to your face shape and even a sign of fashion. Other facial features can help you choose your frame by limiting the number of choices you can make. This article will help you choose the right frames for your face, so the new glasses will enhance your appearance.
Steps
Step 1. Look in the mirror to determine the shape of your face
There are generally 7 face shapes: round, heart-shaped (triangle with base at the top, triangular (with base at the bottom), square, rectangular, oblong and oval.
Step 2. Choose frames that are the opposite of your face shape
Full faces without edges are enhanced by frames with sharp edges, and angular faces by round frames.
- Round faces look best with angled or square frames, which make them appear longer and thinner. A rectangular shape and a light bridge tend to space the eyes apart.
- Heart-shaped faces are wide across the forehead and look best with frames that are wider at the base because they tend to widen the lower part of the face. Even light-colored or rimless frames can achieve the desired effect.
- Triangular faces have narrow foreheads and widen towards the chin. Choose colored geometric frames from the middle to the top.
- Square faces look best with round or oval frames, which can soften the corners of the face. If the jaw is heavy, try a style that emphasizes the top line of the frame. Narrow-rimmed, wide-rimmed, and low-height styles make a square face appear longer.
- Rectangular faces look best with round frames, which make faces appear wider.
- Oblong faces look best with round or curved frames, which tend to reduce the length and emphasize the width. Choose frames with the top and bottom circles equal in shape. This breaks the length of the face. Also, choose frames that have a low bridge, as it tends to shorten the nose.
- Oval faces can use any type of frame. You can choose an oval, round or angular type.
Step 3. Choose the right frame size for your face
- Enhance the shape of your face by choosing frames that are neither too small nor too large and that are proportionate to the size of your face.
- The top line of the frame should follow the curve of the eyebrows.
- Frames should be comfortable, not slip over your nose or move when you smile.
Step 4. Choose a frame color that complements your face
- If you have a cool skin color, choose a cool frame color. Warm colored frames look best with warm colored faces.
- If you have close-set eyes, choose a two-tone frame, lighter on the bridge, which will give the impression of greater width. Also, choose a frame as thin as possible near your nose to avoid restricting your vision when reading.
Advice
- Find a site that allows you to upload your photograph and choose the right frames for your face in private.
- Get someone to help you choose the right frame.
