Frame & Face Shapes

When designing frames for glasses, different face shapes benefit from specific frame styles that complement and enhance their natural features.

Here are suggestions for various face shapes:

1. Round Face

Characteristics: Soft curves, similar width and height, rounded jawline.

Recommended Frame Shapes:

  • Square or Rectangular Frames: These add structure and contrast, making the face appear longer and slimmer.
  • Cat-Eye Frames: The upswept angles of cat-eye frames lift the face and add definition.
  • Wayfarer Frames: With their straight lines, these frames add balance to a round face.

2. Oval Face

Characteristics: Balanced proportions, slightly wider cheekbones, gently curved jawline.

Recommended Frame Shapes:

  • All Frame Shapes: Oval faces can wear almost any frame shape, but they look particularly good in geometric shapes, such as square or rectangular.
  • Aviator Frames: The classic teardrop shape adds a stylish edge while maintaining balance.
  • Butterfly Frames: These frames are wider at the top, complementing the natural symmetry of an oval face.

    3. Square Face

    Characteristics: Strong jawline, broad forehead, width and length are proportional.

    Recommended Frame Shapes:

    • Round or Oval Frames: These soften the angularity of the face and add contrast.
    • Cat-Eye Frames: The upswept design adds height and softens the jawline.
    • Rimless Frames: Subtle and lightweight, these frames de-emphasize strong facial features.

      4. Heart-Shaped Face

      Characteristics: Wider forehead, narrow chin, high cheekbones.

      Recommended Frame Shapes:

      • Oval or Round Frames: These add balance to the face by softening the forehead and emphasizing the chin.
      • Bottom-Heavy Frames: Frames that are wider at the bottom add width to the narrow lower half of the face.
      • Aviator Frames: With their wider top and narrower bottom, aviators complement the natural shape of a heart-shaped face.

        5. Diamond Face

        Characteristics: Narrow forehead and jawline, wider cheekbones.

        Recommended Frame Shapes:

        • Oval or Cat-Eye Frames: These emphasize the eyes and cheekbones while softening the angles of the face.
        • Rimless Frames: These highlight the eyes and cheekbones without adding extra width.
        • Rectangle Frames: Add balance to the narrow forehead and chin, creating a harmonious look.

          6. Oblong Face

          Characteristics: Longer than it is wide, often with a longer nose.

          Recommended Frame Shapes:

          • Tall Frames: Frames with more depth add height and balance the length of the face.
          • Oversized Frames: Large frames add width and create a more proportional appearance.
          • Decorative or Bold Frames: Bold frames or those with decorative elements on the temples can draw attention horizontally, shortening the perceived length of the face.

            7. Triangular Face

            Characteristics: Narrow forehead, wide jawline and chin.

            Recommended Frame Shapes:

            • Top-Heavy Frames: Frames that are wider at the top balance the width of the jawline.
            • Cat-Eye Frames: The upswept design draws attention upwards, softening the jawline.
            • D-Frame or Aviator Frames: These styles with strong brow lines can also balance the face's proportions.

              Conclusion

              The right frame shape can accentuate your best features and create a balanced, flattering look. When designing or choosing glasses, consider the face shape to ensure the frames enhance natural beauty and fit comfortably.