How to choose the right frame for your face shape? Part 2
So, a little recap on how to determine which face shape you have in order to choose the frame that best suits your face:
- Take a photo of yourself directly facing the camera and use a piece of tracing paper to outline the edge of your face to work out your face shape.
- No camera? Then look in the mirror and with an erasable pen (or even some lipstick), trace the outline of your face on the mirror – whatever you do, just make sure you can wipe it off afterwards!
Heart face
Characteristics:
- Broader brow
- Wide cheekbones
- Narrow chin
What to look for in a frame:
- Frames that contrast and not imitate your face shape
- Do not choose aviators and semi rimmed glasses
- Frames that are wider at the forehead
- Details on the lower half
- Light colours
- Round or square frames
- Rimless frames
Square face
Characteristics:
- Face width and length are proportionate
- A broad forehead
- A strong jaw
- Wide cheekbones
- Square chin
What to look for in a frame:
- Oval frames that are narrow in width
- Frames that have more width than depth
- Round frames
- Up-swept frames
- A darker upper rim and a lighter lower rim
Diamond face
Characteristics:
- Narrow jawline and forehead
- Prominent cheekbones
- Chin narrower than forehead
What to look for in a frame:
- Frames that have detailing or distinctive brow lines
- Rimless frames
- Oval and cat-eye shapes
- Semi-rimless frames
- Avoid narrow frames that draw attention to narrow eye line