Whether as an actual visual aid or simply as a fashion accessory or sun protection, glasses have become a part of everyday life in every way. And just as we want our clothes, make-up and hairstyle to suit us, we naturally also want our glasses to be the same. Which glasses are right for me in terms of the shape of the frame? And what should you actually pay attention to when it comes to color?
The shape of your face plays a big role in finding the right glasses frame. It is important that proportions are balanced and certain advantages are emphasized or flaws are concealed. But skin color is also important when choosing a suitable frame color.
How to determine your face shape
In order to find the right glasses frame, you should first determine the shape of your face. Some people have a round face, others an oval one and then there are heart-shaped and square faces. We have already explained how to do this in another article. Once you know your shape, you can read our advisor to equip yourself with the right glasses.
Which glasses suit me and my face?
Have you measured your face and determined your shape? Then find the perfect frame now!
Which shape of glasses for an oval face?
Anyone who has an oval face can consider themselves lucky. The proportions are balanced and harmonious, so that everything suits you. They have these properties:
- They are approximately twice as long as they are wide.
- Oval face shapes have more pronounced cheeks than forehead and chin. So this area is the widest point.
- The lower half of the face is slightly more elongated than the upper half.
Which glasses fit?to me?
- The glasses for oval faces should not have frames that are too narrow. Oval faces tend to be elongated and narrow frames make them appear even longer.
- Otherwise, all frames are possible, regardless of the shape (rectangular, square, round, cat-eye, etc.). So you decide for yourself which glasses you choose for an oval face.
Long, narrow face: which glasses
If the face is not only oval, but also elongated, you should visually shorten it. But which glasses are right for me if I have a long face? In this case, narrow faces benefit from square lenses, with the frame ideally being wider than the cheekbones.
Equip round faces with the right glasses frames
The round face also appears balanced due to its symmetry. In reality, it is precisely this curve that needs to be stretched. Which shape of glasses suits a round face? With the round face
- The distance between the cheekbones is approximately the same as the width of the forehead.
- there are no rough edges, the lines are soft.
- The length corresponds approximately to the width of the face. It appears shorter than the oval one.
- often have full cheeks.
Which glasses suit a round face?
- A round face needs glasses that optically elongate it. The aim is to make it appear narrower.
- Under no circumstances should you choose round lenses for glasses for a round face, which actually emphasize the curve of the face.
- Instead, angular (geometrically shaped) models are advantageous.
- Narrow (and dark) frames are good, small frames are not.
- Rimless glasses models can make the face appear longer.
Heart-shaped face: what the accessory should look like
Heart-shaped faces are just as harmonious in terms of proportions as the oval face. For this reason, you can wear almost anything with this shape, although each shape can have a different effect depending on what you want. The heart shape is characterized by
- a wide forehead and a large distance between the cheekbones.
- The face gradually becomes narrower towards the chin.
- The chin is pointed.
Which type of glasses suits me?
- If you want to balance out the curves and give the face a certain contour with the glasses, choose an angular shape for the frame.
- You can flatter the natural proportions if you choose glasses with a round or oval shape. They have the effect of balancing the proportions.
- Dainty glasses frames can make the pointed contours of the face appear softer.
- In any case, distract from the pronounced forehead. For this purpose, it should not be too flashy in terms of color and frame thickness, or in other words: go for lighter colors.
- Or how about something more extravagant like cat-eye glasses? But then definitely with a delicate frame!
Which glasses are right for me if I have a square face?
The striking facial features of the angular face need to be balanced out. With the shape of glasses for a square face, you shouldn't make the mistake of making them even stronger. This is typical for square faces
- the cheeks are about as wide as the forehead. This makes the sides of the face appear straight.
- Due to the pronounced jaw, the chin area, i.e. the lower half of the face, also has a similar effect.
- The striking features make the face appear masculine.
Which glasses are right for me?
- The aim is to make the hard facial features appear softer. This works best with rounded glasses, e.g. B. the panto glasses.
- The glasses for a square face for men and women are therefore best round or oval.
- If you want something a little more interesting, the popular aviator sunglasses are ideal.
- Cat-eye glasses or glasses/frames that are curved in another way are well suited and even more extravagant.
- Square lenses are only suitable if you deliberately want to make your face appear more severe and striking.
Notice: Square faces can also be very elongated. Look above under oval and narrow faces if this applies to you.
What kind of glasses suit me and my skin type?
So you now know which shape of glasses is right. All that remains is to find the right color. And this is influenced by your type, which includes skin tone, hair color and eye color. There is the spring type, the summer type, the autumn type and the winter type. They are all characterized by different skin colors and undertones, with which some frame colors harmonize and others do not.
Here you can get yoursDetermine color type.
The bright and warm spring type
- Warm skin tone with pink undertone
- Light and/or warm hair colors such as chestnut brown, honey blonde, golden blonde (possibly with a reddish undertone)
- Blue, green, or light brown (amber) eyes
How do I find the right glasses for a spring person?
- The spring type has a friendly charisma, which should be emphasized with glasses.
- Avoid dark colors, especially black.
- Instead, colorful shades are suitable, which can be both bright and subtle - depending on what you personally prefer.
- Choose strong colors with stronger frames, but according to the shape of your face.
Coral, apricot, salmon, may green, cream white, gold (with filigree setting), beige, orange, brown-green, mustard yellow
The summer type wears these colors best
- Fair skin with pink undertones; can be warm or cool
- Ash or medium brown hair
- Blue, blue-gray, gray-green or hazel eyes
Which glasses suit me as a summer guy?
- Opaque colors, but in delicate tones and delicate frames
- Blue undertone is possible
- No brown, no black
Metallic (e.g. silver), blue tones, pastel colors
For the cool summer type:Bordeaux, old pink, dove blue, lilac
What type of glasses am I as an autumn type?
- golden undertone in the skin
- brown, red (copper) or golden blonde hair
- brown or green eyes
Which glasses frame and which colors:
- Typical autumn colorsfrom nature are ideal: brown and honey-colored nuances as well as colors of the leaves and the earth
- If you have fair skin (freckles), choose delicate frames
- For dark and/or tanned skin, thick frames, preferably in a darker color
- round glasses are preferable to square ones
- Wooden glasses are extravagant and ideal for the brave
Moose- und Olive green, Yellow, Ziegelrot, Rustbrown etc.
Finding the right glasses for winter types
- Skin with a cool undertone, sometimes towards olive
- black, dark brown or platinum hair
- brown or blue eyes
- often very striking eyebrows
Which glasses are right for me?
- Pretty much anything is possible because of the cool skin tone.
- With monochrome models it can be bold and striking, ideally from the cool color palette.
- Winter types can easily wear patterned frames or combinations of two colors.
- If you have dominant eyebrows, the contour of your glasses must be chosen correctly. How should glasses fit with noticeable eyebrows? Follow the eyebrow curve. The glasses frame should have the same curve.
Black, white, silver, rich green, clear grey, navy blue, strong pink, combinations of two colors or patterns
Has the thought been running through your head: “Glasses don’t suit me”? Then our guide will hopefully convince you otherwise, because most likely you simply haven't found the right model for your type because you didn't know what to look out for. So believe us when we say: Once you have determined your face shape and color type, you will also find the perfect shape and color of glasses!
Note: The optician usually also offers glasses advice for face shape and color. So if you are not sure despite our guide, you can pay a visit to your trusted optician.
