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Frame selection

Frames that flatter your face.

Frames look best when their shape contrasts gently with the shape of your face. Round faces benefit from angular frames; angular faces from softer curves; oval faces flatter most styles. Here's the working guide — though the best advice is still to try them on.

By face shape

Pairing frames —
to face geometry.

Round face

Angular, rectangular, geometric frames

Soft features benefit from frames with clear corners and straight lines. Rectangular, hexagonal, or square frames add structure. Avoid round frames that echo facial roundness.

Square face

Round, oval, curved frames

Strong jaw and broad forehead are softened by frames with curves. Rounded shapes, oval lenses, or aviator styles all work well. Avoid sharply rectangular frames that emphasize angularity.

Heart-shaped face

Wider at bottom, light at top

Wider forehead and narrower chin balance with frames that have more visual weight on the bottom — rimless or thin tops with thicker bottoms, or bottom-heavy designs. Avoid frames that emphasize the top of the face.

Oval face

Most styles work

Balanced proportions accommodate nearly any frame shape. The main consideration is sizing — frames should match the scale of your features rather than overpowering or being swallowed by them.

Don't overthink it

Face-shape rules are guidelines, not laws. Many people look great in frames that 'shouldn't' work because of skin tone, hair, style, or personality. The single most important thing is to try frames on in person if you can — your reaction in the mirror tells you more than any rule does.

Common questions

Honest answers to common questions.

How do I know my face shape?+

Pull your hair back, look in a mirror, and trace the outline of your face. Round = soft, even curves with similar width and length. Square = strong jaw, similar width and length, defined corners. Heart = wider forehead, narrow chin. Oblong = longer than wide. Oval = balanced, slightly longer than wide, soft edges. Many faces are blends; pick the closest fit.

Does frame color matter?+

Yes — for both style and function. Cool skin tones (blue/pink undertones) tend to suit silver, black, blue, jewel tones. Warm skin tones (yellow/golden undertones) work with gold, brown, tortoise, warm reds. But this is a guideline; many faces work in any color scheme.

Should the frame be the same width as my face?+

Roughly yes. The temples should align with the widest part of your face — typically your cheekbones. Frames wider than your face look out of proportion; frames narrower can make your face look wider. A skilled optician can spot proper fit in seconds.

Do progressive lenses change frame selection?+

Yes. Progressive lenses need enough vertical lens height — typically 30mm or more — to fit the corridor of zones smoothly. Very thin or narrow frames don't accommodate progressives well. If you wear progressives, prioritize lens height when selecting frames.

Can I wear bold or trendy frames?+

Absolutely — your personality matters more than any face-shape rule. The 'rules' above are about flattering proportions, but plenty of people choose statement frames intentionally. Trust your gut. If you love them in the mirror, that's a more important data point than any chart.