The best sunglasses for your face shape
<p><strong>Best sunglasses for a round face</strong></p>
<p><span>The thing to remember about selecting a frame style is that opposites are attractive, according to optician, Pete Hanlin. </span></p>
<p><span>If you have a round face – defined by a wider forehead, rounded chin and full cheeks – like Adele, Michelle Williams, and Ginnifer Goodwin, a rectangular frame works beautifully to elongate the face and balance roundness.</span></p>
<p><strong>Best sunglasses for an oval face</strong></p>
<p><span>Oval faces are very balanced (lucky you!). Genetically blessed beauties like Carey Mulligan, Kerry Washington, Julianne Moore, and Kate Middleton can really wear any style sunnies. </span></p>
<p><span>The most important thing is to pick a pair that is sized in proportion to your face. Wayfarers, butterfly, and square styles are all super flattering!</span></p>
<p><strong>Best sunglasses for a heart-shaped face</strong></p>
<p><span>Heart-shaped faces, like Reese Witherspoon, Halle Berry, and Zooey Deschanel, tend to have a broader forehead, high cheekbones, and narrower jaw with a more pronounced chin. </span></p>
<p><span>“The best sunglasses for heart-shaped faces will de-emphasise the angle between the forehead and chin,” explains Catherine Brock, the founder and editor of <em>thebudgetfashionista.com</em>. </span></p>
<p><span>Light-coloured frames and those with exaggerated bottoms direct attention downward and add width to lower part of the face.</span></p>
<p><strong>Best sunglasses for a square face</strong></p>
<p><span>Square faces are characterised by angular features and a strong jawline. Think Salma Hayek, Cameron Diaz, and Sandra Bullock. </span></p>
<p><span>When shopping for sunglasses, look for thin, round, and oval shapes, which will help soften facial sharpness. </span></p>
<p><span>Semi-rimless frames are also a great choice! “A half plastic, half metal combination frame works well,” says optometrist Dr Monica Nguyen.</span></p>
<p><strong>Best sunglasses for a diamond-shaped face</strong></p>
<p><span>“The goal when selecting sunglasses for diamond-shaped faces – see Keira Knightley and Viola Davis – is to use the frame to broaden the appearance of the forehead,” says optometrist Dr Barry Kay. </span></p>
<p><span>Oval and cat-eye shapes help create balance by highlighting peepers and softening cheekbones. “Also, rimless frames are your friend, as this will really allow your cheekbones to shine,” notes model Victoria DiSorbo. </span></p>
<p><span>Avoid frames with a dark bridge or darker lower rims, which tend to draw attention to the middle of the face.</span></p>
<p><strong>Best sunglasses for an oblong face</strong></p>
<p><span>f you have an oblong face, like Liv Tyler and Sarah Jessica Parker, wider sunglasses, like aviators – especially those with decorative temples, are a great choice. </span></p>
<p><span>These styles give the illusion of a shorter, wider face. Planning to spend time poolside or beachfront? Look for a wrapped style, which offers greater UV protection.</span></p>
<p><strong>Best sunglasses for a high forehead</strong></p>
<p><span>If you’re self-conscious about your forehead, opt for tall lenses or oversized frames. </span></p>
<p><span>“A good trick is to pick a pair of sunglasses with a really tall browline bridge, which lifts the face and takes attention away from a high forehead,” says designer Larisa Ginzburg.</span></p>
<p><strong>Best sunglasses for a small face</strong></p>
<p><span>If you have a smaller face a la Miley Cyrus, look for more petite rectangular and square shapes and thinner frames – both metal and thinner acrylic – look best on small faces, according to designer Eva Spitzer. </span></p>
<p><span>What to avoid? Steer clear of big chunky hipster type glasses.</span></p>
<p><strong>Best sunglasses for a prominent nose </strong></p>
<p><span>For people with a large nose, Ginzburg recommends purchasing a pair of sunnies with adjustable nose pads and a broader nose bridge. </span></p>
<p><span>A frame that has a floating nose bridge is also a good idea as it won’t leave marks on your skin from nose pads, and will sit comfortably.</span></p>
<p><strong>Best sunglasses for wide-set eyes</strong></p>
<p><span>If you have wide-set eyes, you may find a pilot-shaped frame more attractive than a retro cat-eye to complement your facial features,” explains Hanlin.</span></p>
<p><em>Image credits: Getty Images</em></p>
<p><em>This article originally appeared in <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.readersdigest.co.nz/culture/the-best-sunglasses-for-your-face-shape" target="_blank">Reader's Digest</a>.</em></p>
