Along with keeping your vision crystal clear on your adventures, your glasses and sunglasses should ideally suit your face. When it comes to choosing the right frame for your face shape, the rules aren’t set in stone. But if you’re struggling to find a flattering silhouette, there are a few tips out there on how to find glasses for your face shape. Ready to pick up the perfect pair? We’ll help you get started by decoding the different face shapes.
Round Faces
A round face features curved sides, and the length and width are roughly the same size. Square and rectangular frames work best for adding definition to this face shape. Those with round faces will find a flattering go-to in Baile Polarized, a rectangular frame with a stylish 4-base curve and plant-based resin body. If you’re partial to a square style, we also love Meridien, which is actually made from 100% recycled water bottles.
Square Faces
A square face is characterized by an angular bone structure, typically featuring a wider jawline and forehead. Circular frames will especially soften up the straight lines in this face shape. For a timeless round silhouette, bring Opus along your outdoor excursions for a durable and lightweight style.
Oval Faces
With an oval face, your face is longer than it’s wide, and your forehead is slightly wider than your curved chin. Many frames suit oval faces, but angular frames, like square and rectangular ones, can complement your face’s subtle curves. Try our recommendations for round faces from above. For feminine styles with eclectic colorways, check out trendsetting options like Tempest and Tarran.
Diamond Faces
Diamond faces are similar to oval ones, except the forehead and chin are more angular. Soften the angles on a diamond face with a rounded frame like Finch, which features a sleek keyhole bridge. For a subtly upswept round silhouette, complete your look with Kaj, a classic unisex style with sturdy integrated cam hinges.
Heart-Shaped Faces
Defining characteristics of a heart-shaped face include a forehead that’s the widest part of the face, a pointed chin, and a set of full cheeks. Aviator and round frames will bring the ideal amount of balance to this silhouette. For a retro-sporty aviator design, throw on The Jam, which you can also get polarized. If you’re partial to a circle style, you can’t go wrong with Koby, which comes in both neutral and vibrant colorways.
Triangle-Shaped Faces
A triangle-shaped face is essentially an inverted heart-shaped one: The forehead is the narrowest part of the face, and the jaw is the widest. Cat-eye and round frames go perfectly with triangular faces. Jett is a sleek cat eye with a 5-barrel hinge for extra sturdiness, which makes it a reliable companion even as you explore the most intense terrains. For a foolproof circle frame, also check out our previous recommendations for Opus, Koby, and Finch.
Determining your face shape will help you narrow down your arduous search for glasses. Shop Dragon’s sports eyewear collection to discover a wide range of styles for men and women.