For Square Face Shapes: Thin, Round Frames
"A square face is all about the angular features, like your prominent jawline and a wider forehead," says New York City-based stylist Ross McCallum, who adds that in order to add dimension and contrast to these features, it's best to choose frames that soften your angles. For this, he recommends frames that are more curved and/or circular as well as thinner, such as this pair by Zenni Optical.
"These were by far my favorite pair," says writer, model, trans advocate, and editorial assistant Devin-Norelle. He adds, "I really liked them because they accentuate the shape of my eyes — and I don't normally wear glasses, but I think I'll wear these pretty often."
For Square Face Shapes: Mirrored Cat-Eye Frames
Another top pick of McCallum's for those with square faces is a classic cat-eye style, as they have the desired curved effect that complements the angles of the face. New York City-based stylist and creative director Rachael Wang concurs, explaining that the strong geometry of a square face is flattered by the thick framing on the upper half that's common in cat-eye styles, like these from Warby Parker.
For Round Face Shapes: Clear Square Frames
Another top pick of McCallum's for those with square faces is a classic cat-eye style, as they have the desired curved effect that complements the angles of the face. New York City-based stylist and creative director Rachael Wang concurs, explaining that the strong geometry of a square face is flattered by the thick framing on the upper half that's common in cat-eye styles, like these from Warby Parker.
"I love how these clear frames opened my face up," says Choi. "I've worn glasses for years because of my terrible vision, so it's refreshing to have frames that make a subtle statement without sacrificing my eyesight."
For Round Face Shapes: Retro Cat-Eye Frames
Another glasses style that flatters a round face is a retro cat-eye frame with thicker rims. "The youthful softness of round faces is complemented by strong geometric and angular frames," says Wang. "Glasses with lenses that are wider compared to taller can also help for height so they don't sit on your cheeks," adds McCallum, who says one of his top picks would be a fun cat-eye style, like these from Zenni Optical.
"I always wear a cat eye with my makeup, so I thought that a similar shape in my glasses could be overkill. However, I was pleasantly surprised at how they seemed to complement the overall look," muses Choi.
For Heart Face Shapes: Rectangular, Tortoiseshell Frames
"People out there with heart-shaped faces are revered for their high cheekbones and sharply tapered jawline," says McCallum, who also notes that they tend to have a longer chin and wider forehead. "Look for frames that are a bit wider than your forehead, as they usually suit you better," he says, adding that his top choices would be styles that sweep up the face, such as cat-eye frames or these rectangular frames by Warby Parker. Wang agrees, adding that folks with heart-shaped faces should aim for bottom-heavy frames to balance a narrow chin.
"I loved discovering what glasses actually worked for my face shape rather than just picking out the trendy frames," says Allure associate social media manager Madison Theobald. "This tortoiseshell pair is a great option if you are bored with the more traditional silver/black frames."
