Eyewear guide
Which frames suit your face shape?
The key to finding flattering frames is matching the frame shape to your face shape. As a general rule, opposites balance — angular frames soften round faces, while curved frames soften square ones.
How to find your face shape
- Pull your hair back and stand in front of a mirror in good light.
- Using a dry-erase marker or lip liner, trace the outline of your face on the mirror.
- Step back and compare the outline to the shapes below.
Not sure? Ask our optometrist — we're happy to help in-practice.
Oval
Balanced proportions — slightly wider at the cheekbones, gently narrowing at forehead and jaw.
Best frames
Almost any frame works well. Try bold wayfarers, rectangular frames, or classic aviators.
Avoid
Extremely oversized frames that dwarf your face.
Round
Soft, curved features with similar width and length. Full cheeks.
Best frames
Angular, rectangular frames to add definition. Cat-eye or geometric shapes lengthen the face.
Avoid
Round or small circular frames — they accentuate roundness.
Square
Strong jaw and broad forehead with roughly equal width and length. Angular features.
Best frames
Oval, round, or soft cat-eye frames to soften angles. Semi-rimless styles work well.
Avoid
Boxy, angular frames that repeat the square jaw shape.
Heart
Wide forehead tapering to a narrow chin. Often with a widow's peak hairline.
Best frames
Bottom-heavy or rimless frames to draw attention downward. Light, thin frames balance the forehead.
Avoid
Top-heavy decorative frames or wide, bold brows that emphasise the forehead.
Oblong
Longer than it is wide, with a narrow forehead and jawline. High cheekbones.
Best frames
Oversized or wide frames to add width. Deep lenses with strong horizontal lines shorten the face visually.
Avoid
Narrow or small frames that emphasise the length.
Diamond
Narrow forehead and jaw with wide, high cheekbones. The most angular face shape.
Best frames
Oval, cat-eye, or rimless frames to soften cheekbones. A slight brow line frames the face well.
Avoid
Narrow frames that accentuate wide cheekbones.
Still not sure?
Visit us in-practice and our optometrist will help you find the perfect frame for your face shape, prescription, and lifestyle — no appointment needed for frame advice.