Eyewear Trends Finding the Best Fit for your Face

By Lauren Caggiano

Eyewear can offer both form and function. Take stock of the season’s hottest looks while also considering the best options for your face shape.

Round Frames

Round, metal glasses are having a moment. They call to mind images of style icons like John Lennon and Elton John. (Showing some personality never goes out of style, after all.)

There’s no need to feel locked in when it comes to frame shapes. Say goodbye to traditional looks and say hello to more daring variations. Triangles, hearts and octagons are in vogue. The same goes for the retro classic, cat-eye frames. These are a gal’s best friend, because they elongate your face and emphasize cheekbones. Whether a classic black or tortoiseshell style, you’re sure to be the most sophisticated woman in the room.

There’s nothing worse than buying a pair of glasses online and discovering they don’t do you any favors. Before you set your sights on a particular style of eyewear, it’s best to know what types of frames work best for your face shape.

Oval face

Oval-faced gals are blessed in that they can rock nearly any shaped frames, from round to cat’s eye and everything in between!

Square face

John Lennon’s metal-framed glasses became synonymous with his hippie vibe and have stood the test of time. Square-faced gals, who tend to have an angular forehead, cheekbones and jawlines, can channel his classic style with round frames and capture the attention of the room.

Round face

Fuller faced gals look best in rectangular or square frames.

Triangular

Do you have a wide chin and face with a narrow forehead? Try on geometric, wrap rectangular and oval shapes.

Heart face

A wide forehead coupled with a more defined chin means you’ll look good in round, oval and cat’s eye shapes.

Playful Patterns

Just like color, pattern pieces allow your personality to shine a little brighter. Fun prints like animal, metallic, wood tones and tortoise shell are on-trend.

Trends may come and go, but don’t forget that the best accessory of all is the right prescription! Don’t forget to visit your eye doctor regularly for an exam. He or she can help you maintain your sight and keep you looking like a fashion plate at the same time! a photos: shutterstock.com