EYEWEAR FACE SHAPE GUIDE

Discover how different frame shapes complement your features, and find the styles that work for you.

FIND YOUR FRAME

Finding the right glasses is about more than just fit. Different frame shapes can complement, balance or contrast your natural facial features. Our Face Shape Guide explores how different eyewear silhouettes work with different face shapes, helping you discover styles you might not have considered before.

Oval

Balanced proportions.
Works with most styles.

Good Choices

Rectangular

Round

Example

Hadiuka

Avoid

Very large or oversized frames that hide your natural balance.

Round

Softer angles.
Add definition.

Good Choices

Rectangular

Square

Example

Boomslang

Avoid

Small, round frames that emphasise roundness.

Square

Strong jawline.
Soften with curves.

Good Choices

Round

Oval

Example

Sidewinder

Avoid

Very angular, boxy frames that can make your features harsher.

Heart

Wider forehead.
Add balance below.

Good Choices

Round

Aviator

Example

Arcoiris

Avoid

Very top-heavy frames that make the forehead appear wider.

Long

Longer face shape.
Add width.

Good Choices

Rectangular

Square

Example

Robust

Avoid

Small frames that make the face look even longer.

Diamond

Wider cheekbones.
Soften angles.

Good Choices

Oval

Round

Example

Couleuvre

Avoid

Narrow frames that emphasise the cheekbones.

Rules Are Made to Be Broken

Consider this guide a starting point, not a rulebook. While certain frame shapes may naturally complement your features, personal style will always matter more than any guideline. Sometimes the most unexpected combinations make the strongest impression.

Trust your instincts. Wear what feels like you.

Found your shape? The next step is finding the right fit. Explore our Eyewear Size Guide to understand frame measurements and find the size that works for you.