Do Your Glasses Complement Your Face?
Choosing the right pair of eyeglass frames isn’t just about correcting your vision.
It’s also about feeling confident in how you look! The right frames can enhance your facial features, balance your proportions, and express your personality. With so many styles, shapes, colors, and thicknesses to choose from, picking the perfect pair can feel overwhelming. Here are a few tips to help you select frames that flatter your face and reflect your style.
Match Frame Shape to Face Shape
One of the most effective ways to narrow your choices is to consider your face shape. Certain frame shapes tend to complement specific facial structures by creating contrast or balance.
- Round Faces: To create a sense of definition, go for angular or rectangular frames. These add structure and make the face appear longer and thinner.
- Square Faces: Soft, rounded frames help offset a strong jawline and angular features. Oval or circular styles can soften the overall look.
- Oval Faces: Lucky you — most frame styles work well with oval faces. Look for frames that are as wide as or slightly wider than the broadest part of your face to maintain balance.
- Heart-Shaped Faces: Bottom-heavy frames or frames with rounded edges help balance a wider forehead and narrower chin.
- Diamond Faces: Cat-eye and oval frames work well to complement narrow foreheads and chins by drawing attention to the eyes and cheekbones.
Consider Skin Tone and Frame Color
Color plays a big role in how your glasses complement your overall appearance. The right hue can brighten your complexion, while the wrong one might make you look washed out. Start by identifying whether your skin tone is warm or cool.
- Warm Skin Tones: If your skin has golden, peachy, or yellow undertones, go for warm-colored frames like browns, tortoiseshell, olive green, or warm shades of red and gold.
- Cool Skin Tones: If your skin has pink, blue, or rosy undertones, opt for cool-colored frames like black, silver, gray, blue, or jewel tones like emerald and sapphire.
Don’t be afraid to try something bold if it fits your style, but having a go-to neutral pair is a smart move too.
Think About Frame Thickness
The thickness of your frames can dramatically affect how they look on your face. It can also influence how formal or casual your overall appearance seems.
- Thick Frames: Bold, thick frames make a strong style statement and can add definition to softer facial features. They tend to suit larger or more angular faces well.
- Thin Frames: Lightweight frames, including rimless or semi-rimless styles, provide a more subtle look. They work especially well on smaller or more delicate faces and are often preferred for a professional or minimalist appearance.
- Medium Frames: These offer a balance of boldness and subtlety and work well for most face shapes and styles.
Style, Comfort, and Lifestyle
Your frames should also suit your lifestyle. If you’re active, look for lightweight and durable materials. If you spend long hours at a desk, comfort and nose pad support might be key. Style matters too — whether you want something classic, trendy, or playful, there’s a frame out there for you. Size is a factor as well. Oversized frames are fashionable these days, and it usually won't look as flattering if your glasses are very small compared to the size of your face.
Let Us Help You Find the Perfect Pair
Choosing the right frames is about more than fashion; it’s about finding a look and fit that work for you. During your eye exam or fitting, we’re happy to guide you through styles that match your face shape, skin tone, and personal preferences.