How To Choose Eyeglass Frames

From the shape of your face to the color of your hair and the style you wear, there are a number of important things to consider when choosing your eyewear. The problem is, there are so many choices today it can make choosing the right eyeglass frames seem impossible, but it does not have to be. There are a few ways to determine which eyeglass frames will look great on you. In this article we will list the steps you should take on how to choose eyeglass frames.

Step 1: Determine The Shape of Your Face

The first step is to identify your face shape. This will help you determine which ones can enhance your look. Whether you have a square face, an oval face, a heart shaped face or a slightly wider face there are complementary frames that can help balance your look. From cat eyes to wide frames and everything in between, finding the shape of your face should be easy to find the right frames should be easy.

Here is how to determine the shape of your face:

What’s Is My Face Shape:

• Trace: trace the shape of your face in the mirror to determine which shape it is.
• Measure: forehead, cheekbone, jawline width or face length see this article on how to do that.
• Find Your Shape: use the diagram below to find your face shape and frames to enhance them.

Step 2: Choose A Color That Compliments Your Skin Tone

The next step is to find colors that compliment your skin tone. More important than eye color or even hair color, skin tone sets the tone for your frames. Your skin can either be cool or warm. 

• Cool: you have a cool complexion if your skin has red, blue, or pink undertones. Opt for colors like black, grey, sliver, purple, or blue and avoid colors that wash out your skin. 
• Warm: if your skin looks bronze or golden, then you have a warm complexion. For warmer toned skin use colors like tan, pink, and red. 

Finally, finding colors that compliment you shouldn’t be hard to do. The colors you feel most comfortable wearing are usually the right ones. Once you find the colors that compliment your skin tone and face shape, selecting your frames should be easy.

Step 3: Consider Your Lifestyle

Once you have the shape of your face determined and the colors that enhance your skin tone figured out, the next step is to consider your lifestyle. There are eyeglasses for work, sports, and fashion. And, just as there are many aspects of your life and personality, there are a pair of frames that will compliment and enhance them.

Whether are a businessperson, a student, or a retired senior, here is the best way to narrow down your frame choices:

To Narrow Down You Frame Choices Ask Yourself:

• What activities will you do while wearing your glasses?
• What type work do you do?

To help you through this part of the process use this example: if you exercise a lot or play sports and want the best comfort, performance and safety, you’ll need a pair of sports glasses. And, if you use a computer all day, you’ll need computer glasses. Remember, comfort is important when it comes to wearing eyeglasses. The lighter glasses are, the more comfortable they are to wear.

Step 4: Define Your Personality

The last step is to match your frames to your personality. If you’re a fashionista, you may opt for designer frames like Gucci, Cartier, or Saint Laurent. But if your style is a little more corky, an independent brand like etnia Barcelona or Lafont might bring out the best in you.

Finally, to protect your eye from the sun’s harmful UV rays, don’t forget to choose your sunglass frames. From Kate Spade and Oliver Peoples to Oakley and Maui Jim, getting a prescription for your sunglasses is easy. Just make sure to pick a frame that matches your personality when buying your glasses.

Final Words On Choosing A Frame

Remember, there are no rules in terms of choosing a frame, but you may find that certain styles, shapes, or colors flatter your face. However, when it comes to choosing a frame, you should go with your instincts. Expressing your personal style with the right pair of frames should be both fun and easy. 

By following these steps, you’ll be able to match your frames to the shape of your face and skin tone. And, consider your lifestyle so that you can choose the frames that make you comfortable.