How To Determine Face Shape For Glasses

The first step to determine your face shape is to measure the four main areas of your face. Before you start to measure your face, there are a few things to consider in order to achieve the most accurate results. Let's take a

• First, make sure to remove your hair from the front of your face as it may disturb you while taking measurements. The best way is to pull your hair back from your head with a hair clip or tie it back. It will help you see your entire face when taking the necessary measurements.
• Second, prepare a flexible measuring tape to take the most accurate measurements of your face. Make sure you have something to write down each measurement that you will take.
• Third, position yourself in front of a large mirror in a well-lit room where you can stand or sit to look straight at the mirror front on. If you don't have access to a large mirror, you can try to find a good photo where you are looking directly at the camera and use it to measure your face instead.

Now that you've done all these preparations, you are fully ready to go on to the next task, taking measurements of your face. You need to keep in mind the measurements of the four essential areas of your face.

1. Forehead Width:
Firstly, you will need to measure the width of your forehead at the widest point. For the most accurate results, measure across the widest part of your forehead from each side across from the hairline.
Tip: The widest part of your forehead will be typically located in the middle between your eyebrows and your hairline.

2. Cheekbone Width:
Secondly, you will need to measure the width of your cheekbones meticulously. For this measurement, accurately measure your cheekbone width from one side to the other side from across your hairline, right above your cheekbones.
Tip: Make sure to take this measurement from the most prominent part of your cheekbones, which is usually located just below the outer corner of your eyes.

3. Jawline Width:
Thirdly, you will need to measure the jawline width. For this measurement, hold the measuring tape at the corner of your jaw, right under your ears, and bring it to the tip of your chin. Once you've finished measuring one side of your jaw, you can either do the same to measure the other side and add both measurements together or multiply the first measurement found by 2.

4. Face Length:
Fourthly, you will need to measure your face length. Taking this measurement is quite simple: start by holding the measuring tape at the centre of your hairline and bring it down to the tip of your chin. Tip: For the most accurate result, hold the measuring tape along your nose while measuring from top to bottom.

Now that you've completed the first step and found all your face measurements, you're only one step away from finding out your face shape. The second step to determine your face shape is to consider your facial features. Measurements only are not enough; taking note of your face's characteristics is also imperative to determine your face shape.

While looking straight in front of a mirror or at a photo where you are looking directly at the camera, carefully assess your face's angles and contours to know how soft, sharp or pronounced your facial features are. Take note of your facial features' most prominent characteristics. For example, round faces are typically defined by a rounded jawline, whereas a squared jawline typically defines a square face shape.

Now that you've found all your face's measurements and characteristics, you have all the information you need to determine your face shape easily.

Congrats, you're now at the third and last step, and you're ready to determine your face shape! All you need to do is match all the information you've gathered in the first two steps, such as your face measurements and list of features, to the face shape with the closest characteristics.

There are mainly six face shapes: round faces, square face, diamond shaped faces, oval face, heart shaped faces, rectangular face, and a combination face. As we go on to describe the characteristics of every one of these face shapes, you will find out which shape matches your face best.

Now that you've completed all the steps to determine your face shape, the fun begins! You're one step away from finding out whether you have an oval face shape, round faces, diamond face shape, heart shaped faces, square face shape, rectangular face shape, or combination face shape. Below, you will find the best glasses for the perfect look and fit for every face shape.

An oval face is mainly characterized by a narrow and tall forehead, wider cheekbones and a soft rounded jaw. Oval faces are typically longer than wider.

• Firstly, observe if the width of your forehead is much smaller than the width of the cheekbones and if you have a tall or broad forehead.
• Secondly, assess whether the width of your cheekbones is wider than your face length. Your face length should be longer than the width of your face.
• Thirdly, observe with your jawline and whether the angles around the chin are soft and slightly rounded.

If all the traits described above match your face measurements and features, you have an oval face shape.

As mentioned earlier, finding the right pair of glasses for your triangle face shape can be difficult. But, you don't need to worry. There's a large variety of glasses for oval face shape. You can go for a standard chic look or a funky one. In other words, we recommend looking for aviator, square, rectangle, geometric and even cat-eye sunglasses or eyeglasses! Don't be afraid to go bold with the materials and colours. Your tall forehead and soft rounded jaw will allow you to look flattering with many different shapes and styles. It's up to you to decide which look to go for. For some more eyewear fashion inspiration, you can check out our blog about the 8 Best Sunglasses For Oval Face Shape.

A rounded face is mainly characterized by a rounded forehead, a rounded jawline, and a face width equal to the face length.

• Firstly, assess if your forehead is round from the start of your hairline and note it.
• Secondly, evaluate whether your face length matches the width of your face. To do so, look at the cheekbone width measurement and the face length measurement you noted in the first step.
• Thirdly, assess if your jawline is rounded with soft angles.
  If all the characteristics described above match with what you've found in the first two steps, then you have a round face shape.

If all the traits described above match with the measurements and features you've noted in the first two steps, then you have a round face shape.

Having a round face shape is very common. You wouldn't mind having a face shape similar to Leonardo DiCaprio, would you? When choosing the best glasses for round face shape, In terms of glasses, there are plenty that will suit you well! However, we do recommend going for angular glasses frames like square, D-square, cat-eyes, aviator sunglasses or eyeglasses. These glasses shapes will add depth to an equally proportioned face like yours. Don't search for small sizes. Kick it up with a bigger size, the angular frames will add length to your rounded face shape. Also, don't be afraid to play around with colours! For some eyewear fashion inspiration, you can check out our blog about the 10 Best Sunglasses for Round Face Shape.

A diamond face is mainly characterized by a narrow forehead, wider cheekbones and a narrow and pointed narrow chin.

• Firstly, compare your forehead width and cheekbone width measurements to determine if your cheekbones are wider.
• Secondly, compare the width of your cheekbones to your jawline. Your cheekbones must be prominently broader than your jawline.
• Thirdly, you should observe whether your face length is similar to your face width.
• Finally, observe the angles of your jawline and the area of your chin. The combination of a narrow jawline and a pointed chin is typical for a diamond-shaped face.

If all the traits described above match with the measurements and features you've noted in the first two steps, then you have a diamond face shape.

We have good news for you! It won't be difficult to find the best glasses for diamond shaped faces like yours. You have narrow features at the top and bottom which makes your face shape very unique. Therefore, you can opt for frames like round, square, geometric sunglasses or eyeglasses. Funky and trendy glasses can balance your unique features and highlight your wide cheekbones. However, make sure to choose your colours and texture wisely, you wouldn't want anything to look out of place so stick to simple.

Heart shaped faces are mainly characterized by a V-shaped hairline, a wider forehead and a narrow jawline.

• Firstly, observe whether the width of your forehead is much smaller than the width of your jawline. Now you see whether you possess a V-shaped form in the hairline at the center of the narrow forehead.
• Secondly, assess whether the width of your cheekbones and see whether it matches the width of your forehead.
• Thirdly, observe the angles of your jawline and the centre point of your chin. Note whether strong angles and a pointed chin characterize your jawline.
• Finally, compare your face length to your face width. Your face should be slightly longer than it is wide.

If all the traits described above match your face measurements and features, you have a heart face shape.

There is a wide array of trendy glasses for heart face shape for you to choose from. You know we always want you to look your best. So, what frames will look good on you? We advise you to go for round, cat-eye, aviator, square and even geometric sunglasses or eyeglasses. Keep them small sized. If you end up going for oversized glasses, your delicate facial features will be hidden. Remember, you have a wide forehead, so try to avoid anything big around the eyes will do no good.

A square face is mainly characterized by a straight hairline, a squared jawline, and a face width equal to the face length.

• Firstly, assess if your hairline is straight, then turn to your forehead to each side and compare your forehead width to your jawline width. Your forehead and jawline width have to be similar.
• Secondly, check the side of your cheekbones and evaluate their curviness. Your face sides have to follow a straight line starting from your forehead down to your jaw. Moreover, the width of your cheekbones has to be the same size as the width of your jaw and forehead.
• Thirdly, evaluate whether your face length matches the width of your face. To do so, look at the cheekbone width measurement and the face length measurement you noted in the first step.
• Finally, evaluate whether your jawline is strong and squared.

If all the traits described above match with the measurements and features you've noted in the first two steps, then you have a square face shape.

Square face shapes are widest at the forehead and jawline. In other words, everything is equally proportioned. There is a wide selection of glasses for square face shapes for you to choose from. You can go for round, geometric, cat-eye, square, rectangular frames and browline sunglasses or eyeglasses. However, we do recommend going for basic colours. With a strong jaw like yours, stylish glasses need to sit high on the nose to create length. For some eyewear fashion inspiration, you can check out our blog about the Best Sunglasses For Square Face Shapes.

A rectangular face shape is very similar to a square face shape, except that the face is slightly wider. It is mainly characterized by a straight hairline, a tall and wide forehead, a squared jawline, and a face width that is slightly wider than the face length.

• Firstly, observe if you have a straight hairline and a tall forehead. Now check whether your forehead is as wide as your jaw.
  check if your forehead is as wide as the jaw and the hairline is straight.
• Secondly, assess whether the width of your cheekbones and see whether it matches the width of your forehead.
• Thirdly, observe the angles of your jawline and the centre point of your chin. Note whether strong angles and a pointed chin characterize your jawline.
• Finally, compare your face length to your face width. Your face should be slightly longer than it is wide.

If all the traits described above match your face measurements and features, you have a rectangular face shape.

As mentioned earlier, a rectangular face shape is very similar to that of a squared face shape. But, there are some slight differences. In terms of choosing the perfect glasses for rectangular face shapes, there are plenty of frames that will highlight your facial f. In terms of texture and colours, don't be afraid to think outside the box, fashionable sunglasses or eyeglasses with round, geometric, cat-eye, aviator, browline and square shapes will look perfect on you!  

As we've already mentioned, not all faces are the same, and that's what makes every person unique and beautiful in their own way. A face can never really fit into one category or shape; it is merely closest to a specific shape. Like all the face shapes we've mentioned above, combination face shape is also one of the standard categories of face shapes. A combination face shape means that your face is a blend of two different face shapes. Therefore, while reading all the face shape descriptions above, if none of them matched perfectly with your facial measurements and features, it means you have a combination face shape. To determine your combination, see which top two face shapes from the above closest to yours, and you've got your combination! If you have a combination face shape, then you're on the lucky side, as it is the most versatile for hairstyling, makeup, choosing a pair of trendy trendy eyewear, and so much more!

We're saving the best for last. If you have a combination face shape, then you are in luck! You won't be needing much of our help because you can wear almost anything! Round, geometric, square, cat-eye, aviator and even rectangle sunglasses or eyeglasses will balance your facial features. What do you have in mind? It's important to note that your glasses need to match your personality. So, if you're an adventurer by nature, dare to go bold!

Now that you've successfully determined your face shape and found the best glasses for your face shape, you're ready to create the best fashion look for yourself! Whether you're looking to shop for your next pair of prescription glasses, blue light glasses or sunglasses, choosing frames based on your face shape will allow you to achieve the best results and most flattering looks! To shop glasses for your face shape, you can explore our eyeglasses and sunglasses collections for men andand filter by face shape.