Sunglasses for Face Shape

When shopping for sunglasses at Maui Jim, you might find a lot of different frame styles that catch your eye, but you might not be sure if they will look right on your face. How do you pick a style that not only looks great on its own, but will work with your unique features? To simplify the process and make sure you find a pair of frames that you’ll love wearing, the experts at Maui Jim have put together a guide for choosing the right sunglasses for your face shape.

The general rule is to find sunglasses that will accentuate the natural contours of your face by providing a slight contrast. People with round faces, for example, might want to select rectangular or square frames, while people with square faces might want to choose round or oval frames. Following this rule of contrast will help to highlight your own best qualities and help showcase your stunning new sunglasses for all the world to admire.

Of course, this is only a guide. There are no unbreakable rules when it comes to what sunglasses go with what face. What’s most important is that you like what you see when you look in the mirror. Here’s a list of different face shapes, and the type of frames that usually look best on them:

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Oval

If you have an oval face, the natural symmetry and balance of your facial contours will go well with almost all types of sunglasses. That being said, when selecting sunglasses for oval faces, consider choosing frames that will add some angles to the soft curves of your face. Anything from aviators, cat eyes, square rimless, and wraparound glasses will likely look amazing. Just make sure not to choose frames that are wider than your face or that are too large for your features.

Square

Sunglasses for square faces usually work best when adding curves to help smooth out the strong angles of your bold, distinctive facial contours. Curvier styles like oval-shaped glasses, cat eyes, aviators, and round designs will complement a striking jawline and prominent forehead. If you prefer square or rectangular frames, consider rimless or semi-rimless styles that de-emphasize the shape and make the frames seem less heavy on your face.

Oblong

Oblong faces are slightly narrow and longer than they are wide. The subtle curves of this face type tend to lack sharp angles. The best sunglasses for oblong faces will generally be oversized, adding width and definition to your appearance without exaggerating your natural proportions. Great choices include wrap frames, as well as shield, rectangular, and classic designs.

Heart-Shaped

Heart-shaped faces resemble an inverted pyramid, in that they are wider at the temples and narrower at the chin. The best sunglasses for heart shaped faces have rounded bottoms to balance the smaller proportions of facial features below the cheekbones. Cat eye, aviator, and round frames are all great choices that will accentuate the attenuating curves of your face.  

Round

If you have a round face, try sunglasses that will add some defining angles. Top choices for sunglasses for round faces include wraparounds, classic, rectangular, and shield designs.

Find Your Next Great Pair of Sunglasses at Maui Jim

At Maui Jim, we know that the perfect frames are waiting for you in our collection, no matter your face shape. Use our guide as a starting point in your search, but in the end, always go with the choice that makes you feel confident and happy.

Whatever Maui Jim sunglasses you choose will come with lenses that feature our patented PolarizedPlus2™ technology, which provides comprehensive UV and solar blue light protection. This protects your eyes, reduces eye fatigue, and allows you to see your world in striking, high-contrast, true colors, with rich detail and exceptional clarity. Our sunglasses are engineered to do justice to the lush and vibrant natural beauty of Hawaii. See your world in a whole new light with Maui Jim sunglasses.

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