Choosing a pair of glasses is not always easy, especially when the choice is made online and we do not yet know the shapes that suit us best. Here are some tips to avoid making a mistake!
Finding the right shape of glasses for my face
To find the shape of optical or sunglasses that will suit you best, you must always play either on contrast or on harmony.
Let us explain:
1. Contrast: In order to balance and proportion the face, the frame must create a contrast with the shape of the face. For example, if you have an angular face (diamond-shaped), opt for round glasses.
2. Harmony: If you want to create homogeneity in relation to the shape of your face, the frame must be in harmony with it. For an angular face, opt for butterfly glasses, for example.
As you will have understood, the first step is therefore to know the shape of your face.
Face shapes and associated eyeglass shapes
Now let's get down to business: if your face is angular (triangular, diamond-shaped or square):
- To create contrast, opt for round frames: aviators, ovals, rounds or panthos. It's a sure-fire way to go!
- To create harmony, opt for angular frames: butterflies, rectangles or squares.
If your face is round or oval:
- To create contrast, opt for angular frames: cat eye, square, rectangular, pillow or butterfly.
- To create harmony, opt for round frames: panthos, round, oval or irregular.
Some additional tips for choosing your pair of glasses online
- If you have a long face: we recommend thick frames, with mirrored or solid-color lenses and temples positioned in the middle of the frame.
- If you have a short face: we recommend thin frames with gradient lenses and arms positioned high up on the frame.
- For thick, dark eyebrows, opt for thin frames.
- For thin and short eyebrows, opt for thick or decorated frames.
Finally, to choose your pair of glasses, choose the pair according to your tastes, your desires, your feelings! At Seconde Vue, you have 15 days to try your pair and return it to us if it does not suit you!
