Picking out new glasses can feel overwhelming. You stand in front of a wall of frames, trying on pair after pair, but it’s hard to know which ones truly look right on you. You want a style that complements your features and feels comfortable all day long.
Finding glasses that suit your face involves matching frame shapes to your face shape, considering colour, and keeping a proper fit in mind. The team at Insight Eyecare can help you navigate current eyewear trends to find a pair you will love to wear.
Your Face Shape
A great first step is to know your face shape. Look in a mirror and imagine tracing the outline of your face. Does it look more round, square, oval, or heart-shaped? This simple observation can make a huge difference.
Round Face
Your face has soft curves and is about as wide as it is long. You likely have a rounded chin, and your cheekbones are the widest part of your face. You can add definition to your softer features with angular frames. Look for styles that create lines and structure.
- Rectangular frames
- Square frames
- Geometric shapes
Square Face
Your face has defined, strong angles. Your forehead, jaw, and cheekbones are all about the same width, giving you a prominent jawline. You can soften your angular features with rounder and thinner frames. These shapes help balance a strong jawline.
- Round frames
- Oval frames
- Cat-eye styles
Oval Face
Your face is a bit longer than it is wide. This shape is often described as balanced, with high cheekbones and a chin that is slightly narrower than your forehead, which means you can experiment with most frame shapes. The key is to pay attention to scale so the frames are neither too large nor too small for your face.
Heart-Shaped Face
Your forehead is the widest part of your face, which then tapers down to a narrower, pointed chin. You may also have high cheekbones. Look for frames that add width to the bottom half of your face, helping balance your wider forehead and narrower chin.
- Bottom-heavy frames
- Styles with low-set temples
- Oval and round shapes
Exploring different designer frames and lenses can give you a better idea of what styles are available to complement your features.
Think About Colour and Skin Tone
The right frame colour can help brighten your complexion. A simple way to find flattering shades is to determine if your skin has warm or cool undertones.
Warm Skin Tones
If your skin has a golden, peachy, or yellow undertone, earthy and warm colours will likely look great on you. Think about frames in shades like gold, honey, olive green, and tortoise.
Cool Skin Tones
If your skin has pink or blue undertones, you might lean toward cooler colours. Try frames in silver, black, blue, dark tortoise, and grey. These same principles apply when choosing sunglasses to protect your eyes from the sun.
Consider Your Lifestyle and Personality
Your glasses are part of your daily life, so they should reflect who you are and what you do. Think about how your frames can fit into your routine.
Professional Settings
In a work environment, you may prefer classic and understated frames. Timeless shapes in neutral colours like black, brown, or silver often work well. If you spend long hours at a desk, you might also consider lenses that help with digital eye strain.
Active Life
If you have an active lifestyle, you need frames that can keep up. Look for durable, lightweight materials. Some styles offer a more secure fit to stay in place when you are on the move.
Creative Style
Your glasses are a fantastic way to show off your personality. Do not be afraid to try bold colours, unique patterns, or unconventional shapes that make you feel like yourself.
Find the Right Fit with Professional Help
Even the perfect shape and colour will not feel right if the frames do not fit you properly. A comfortable fit is key for both your vision and your appearance.
How Frames Should Fit
Your eyes should sit near the centre of the lenses. The frames should not be wider than your face, and the arms should rest comfortably over your ears without feeling tight. The nose bridge is also important; it should not pinch your nose or slide down. A proper fit helps your prescription work correctly, a level of detail that is part of a comprehensive eye exam.
Guidance from an Optometry Team
These tips are a great starting point, but getting help from a trained professional can make the process much easier. Finding the right pair of glasses comes down to understanding your face shape, choosing complementary colours, and making sure they fit you properly.
Come Find Your Next Pair with Us
Our team in South Surrey and White Rock, British Columbia, can help you find frames that suit your face, work with your prescription, and match your lifestyle. Book an appointment with the team at Insight Eyecare so we can help you explore different styles and find frames that you will love to wear every day.
