Perfect fit: How to find the right glasses for your face

If you ever ask yourself: "Which glasses are right for me?", find out more in our guide.

One of the most important factors when it comes to choosing the right glasses is the fit. No matter how stylish or trendy the glasses are, if they don't fit your face correctly, they can feel uncomfortable and impair your viewing experience. Here are some tips to find the perfect fit to suit your face and style  

Know your face shape  

First of all, it is important to know your face shape as this will guide you towards the glasses that best compliment your features. Some common face shapes include oval, round, square and heart-shaped. Once you've identified your face shape, you can start exploring eyewear styles that suit you best. See if any of these face shapes sound like you:  

Glasses for an oval face  

Characteristics: Even proportions and a chin that is narrower than the forehead. In addition, narrow cheekbones and jawline are typical for this face shape.  

Do's & Dont's: You are one of the lucky ones! Most glasses suit you. You can therefore easily allow yourself to experiment with more daring and wild frames. If you take a pair of rectangular glasses or the classic pilot glasses, you can emphasize your natural features.  

Glasses for a square face  

Characteristic: Forehead, cheekbones and jaw area are roughly the same width. It is typical for this face shape to have a strong jawline.  

Do's & Dont's: If you wear round glasses, you soften the angular features and emphasize the soft shapes. Glasses that sit high on the nose will make your face look longer and complement the beautiful square face shape really nicely.  

Glasses for a heart-shaped face  

Characteristics: Your forehead is wider than your jaw and cheekbones. The face gathers in a point at the chin.  

Do's & Dont's: Try cat-eye and aviator glasses, as they typically look great on your face shape. Square and round glasses will also compliment your face shape. Glasses that draw the focus outwards and upwards will work really well for you.  

Glasses for a diamond-shaped face  

Characteristics: You have a narrow forehead and chin, while you are fuller around the cheeks and cheekbones.  

Do's & Dont's: Round or almond-shaped glasses look great on you. The round glasses will create balance and harmony in your face and the almond-shaped ones will emphasize your high and full cheekbones. If you're feeling brave, you can try glasses that have a marked line at the brow.  

Glasses for a pyramid-shaped face  

Characteristics: With this face shape, the forehead is wider than the cheekbones, jaw and chin. The jaw line can either be very marked or softer in shape.  

Do's & Dont's: Cateye rectangular and oval glasses are good for you. In addition, you can find glasses that have the same width or are wider than your jaw to create good harmony in the face.  

Glasses for a round face  

Characteristics: The width and height of the face are almost the same, and the face is widest at the cheeks and cheekbones. You typically only have very soft or no edges around the jaw area.  

Do's & Dont's: You may want to go for the more angular frames, as they will give more definition to your face and break the round face shape. If you wear round glasses, on the other hand, you will emphasize and exaggerate the round shape.  

Choose the right size  

The size of the glasses also plays an important role in their fit. Glasses that are too big or too small can feel uncomfortable and look odd on your face. Make sure you choose glasses that fit the width of your face and the length of your ears so that they fit correctly and comfortably.  

Adjustability and flexibility  

Some glasses come with adjustable nose pads and temples that allow you to adjust the fit to your individual needs. This is especially useful if you have a wider or narrower nose bridge or need extra support behind the ears.  

Comfort and balance  

It is important that the glasses feel comfortable to wear and do not slide down or squeeze your face. They should sit evenly on the nose and behind the ears without leaving marks or discomfort. The glasses must also be balanced so that they do not tip forward or backward.  

Test the fit  

When trying on glasses, be sure to test the fit by moving your head and face in different directions. The glasses should stay in place and feel secure even when you are active. If they move or feel loose, it could be a sign that they don't fit properly.  

 

By following these tips, you can find the perfect glasses to suit your face and style. Investing in glasses with the right fit will not only improve your visual experience, but also increase your comfort and confidence in wearing them. Explore our range of glasses today and find your ideal pair!