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How to Find Glasses for Your Face Shape

The general rule: choose a frame shape that contrasts with your face shape, not one that copies it.


Round Face

Angular frames like rectangle or geometric shapes add definition and contrast against soft, curved features.

Square Face

Round or oval frames soften strong jawlines and angular features.

Oval Face

Most shapes work well -- oval is considered the most versatile face shape for frame styles.

Heart-Shaped Face

Frames wider at the bottom, like cat-eye or browline styles, balance a narrower chin.


How to Identify Your Face Shape

Look at your face straight-on in a mirror and trace its outline, or trace a photo. Compare the width of your forehead, cheekbones, and jawline, and note whether your face is longer than it is wide.

1
Round

Similar width and length, with soft curves and no strong angles.

2
Square

Strong, angular jawline with a forehead similar in width to the jaw.

3
Oval

Slightly longer than wide, with a gently rounded jawline.

4
Heart

Wider forehead and cheekbones tapering to a narrower, sometimes pointed chin.

This is a starting point, not a rule. Personal style matters more than any chart. Home Try-On lets you test shapes on your own face before committing -- see below for details, including cost.

Frequently Asked Questions
What frame shapes work for every face shape? +
Oval and geometric frames with soft-but-defined edges tend to be the safest universal choice, though personal preference always plays the biggest role.
Does frame color matter as much as shape? +
Shape has a bigger visual impact than color for most people, but color affects how a frame reads against your skin tone and hair color -- both are worth considering together.
Can I try frames on my own face before buying? +
Yes, through our Home Try-On program (note: this is not a free program -- see details on the Home Try-On page). Use this guide plus our product photos to narrow down shapes first.
What if I have a combination face shape? +
Most people don't fit one category perfectly. Use the general shape as a starting point and trust what looks and feels right in the mirror once your Home Try-On frames arrive.
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Find your shape

Browse frames by shape, then order a Home Try-On kit (note: this is not a free program) to see them on your own face before committing.