How to Select Cool Eyewear
Sunglasses Tech This is a rough guide to the types of frame which suits the different face shapes. At the end of the day - you decide which eyewear is most desirable regardless of style, shape, size or colour. Scroll through the images see if you can find your face shape.
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The characteristics of this face shape are a broad forehead, a strong jawline, and wide cheekbones. Reduce the angles with soft, curvy styles that will give the face some definition such as cat-eye styles. The classic ovals also works well for this face shape. Optimum Frames : Oval, Round, Cat Eyes |
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Almost any style works for oval face. Experiment with the latest looks, such as wraparounds or shields. Square shaped frames with gently rounded edges and higher temples also look good on an oval face. Optimum Frames : Any frame shape |
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and shorten the face with sunglass styles that do not extend beyond the
widest part of the face. Round or square shapes will look great on this
face. Frames with short horizontal and long vertical lines also work.
Decorative or contrasting temples add width to the face. |
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Frames should make the face appear longer and thinner. In general, look for frames equal to or slightly wider than the broadest part of the face. Minimize the curves and add definition with soft, angular, rectangular styles or double brow styles. Higher temples will create a longer profile. Sunglasses with brow bars also pull the eye upward, making the face appear longer. Optimum Frames : Wider frames with angular / rectangular styles |
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This face has a narrow jaw and a wide forehead. Soften the lower portion of the face by accenting the eye area. Styles such as cat- eyes should angle outward at the top corner and be wide enough to balance the jawline. You can also try metal frames with rimless bottoms. Optimum Frames : Frames with a Straight Top Line, Cat Eyes |
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This face shape has wide or high cheekbones with a narrow forehead and chin. Oval sunglasses will soften the contour of the face, although softly curved square frames will work as well. Make sure the styles are no wider than the top of the cheekbones. Optimum Frames : Oval, Square, Rimless |


