As advocates of the ease of online shopping (naturally), we believe the benefits of online retail are unparalleled, especially when there’s the option to shop exclusive premier brands all in one place. However, one thing that can provide a bit of a roadblock? Purchasing sunglasses online. With so many different shapes, frame and lens colours, the perfect pair can be hard to find.
With aviator frames, round frames, square frames, cat eye frames and more, once you know what your face shape looks like, it’s much easier for you to shop for your favourite pairs. Need some help? We’ve put together a guide of the must-have sunglasses pairs to suit all the different face shapes.
Best sunglasses for round shaped faces
To best compliment a round face, look to rectangular and square framed sunglasses to highlight. If you’re feeling confident, oversized frames which are wider than the face bring balance to your features and will make your face look thinner and longer. Ever versatile, wayfarer frames are a worthy investment for everyday styling.
Shop Ray-Ban Unisex Gold Aviator Sunglasses – £105
Shop Chloe Havana Sunglasses – £85
Shop Furla Light Gold Pink Aviator Sunglasses – £55
Best sunglasses for oval shaped faces
Similarly to round faces, oval shaped ones suit square and rectangular sunglasses. In fact, the benefit of an oval face means that pretty much any shape will look good. If you want to showcase your personality, a cat-eye pair of frames will help highlight your cheekbones, and bring old Hollywood glamour to your favourite outfits.
Gucci Black/Silver Cat Eye Sunglasses £139
Tom Ford Cat Eye Sunglasses – £119
Longchamp Wine Cat Eye Sunglasses – £55
Best sunglasses for heart shaped faces
If you have a heart shaped face keep it neutral with a light-coloured frame or a style with thin arms. Again, aviators are a great option to best frame the face, or designs with exaggerated bottoms provide an alternative option.
Best sunglasses for square shaped faces
Contrarily to the square shape of the face, round and oval shaped sunglasses most suit a square jawline. More uniquely, butterfly shapes also flatter, so there’s the opportunity to really have fun with your sunglasses style with these options.
Words: Thea Rowan
