Key Takeaways
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If you have a round face shape, let’s just say angular frames aren’t just your best friend, but your BFF. They provide contrast, introducing definition and structure to rounder, softer facial features.
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And it’s true—rectangular and square frames look especially good on them. These angular frames help to elongate and sharpen the appearance of round faces for a harmony overall.
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Geometric and cat-eye designs are a fun, statement-making look. They bring out your individuality at the same time they bring out the best in your features.
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Overall frame width, not face shape, is the most important aspect. Opt for frames that are wider than your face to make a more flattering ratio.
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Consider the shape of the eyebrows and nose, bridge design, and temple placement. An added bridge height, plus temples angled just right, can both raise your style game and deliver the ultimate snug yet comfortable fit.
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Play around with fun colors and interesting materials. Bold colors or intricate designs will only enhance your overall look with a pop of color and dimension, not to mention accentuating your skin tone.
When searching for glasses that fit a round face, look for shapes that bring in angles and definition. Rectangular, cat-eye, and wayfarer styles will help to add some much-needed angles that will harmonize with the softness of a round face.
Frames with high contrast lines or glam upswept accents really bring features to life. At Premier Optical, we take pride in providing the best and most tailored choice of frames suited for all face shapes.
Come to us to discover the right shape and color that best suits your appearance and lifestyle.
Understanding Round Face Shapes
Begin by determining your face shape to select the most flattering eyewear. Understanding the characteristics of round faces will help you find sunglasses that best compliment their face shape. Characteristic of round face shapes is a softer jawline and rounded cheeks. Their proportions are straightforward, as the width and length of the face are almost the same.
Realistically, no face is a perfect geometric shape. Once you know how to spot these traits, you’ll be able to select frames that complement your distinctive features.
Define Round Facial Features
To determine if you have a round face, measure four key areas: your forehead, cheekbones, jawline, and the length from your chin to your hairline. Round faces are usually characterized by a smooth contour, providing a more delicate look. In fact, this is one of the most popular shapes.
Round and oval faces account for 70% of the world population. Keep in mind, face shapes are not precise—most people have a combination of features.
Common Traits of Round Faces
Round faces are characterized by their symmetry and youthful charm. The rounder jawline and cheekbone shape add an effortless roundness to your overall appearance. Yet, this softness can occasionally create a softer appearance to your face.
Specs that feature more angular or structured designs help to bring in balance by creating a contrast with rounder features through sharper lines and shapes. Long rectangular frames help to elongate the face, creating the appearance of a thinner profile.
On the other hand, geometric eyeglasses bring your imagination to life with fascinating angles that create incredible dimension and depth. Cat-eye frames, with their pointy corners, are super flattering since they lift the cheeks subconsciously.
Browline glasses accomplish the same thing by emphasizing the upper face, creating a more understated structure. These styles are iconic, pairing function and fashion for casual daywear and professional environments.
Why Frame Choice Matters
With the right pair of glasses, you can change your appearance, charm, or even enhance your self-confidence. Choosing square, geometric, or full-rimmed shapes are perfect for rounder faces to help provide that softness with a bit of structure.
Square and angular shapes, especially when contrasted by round lenses, evoke elegance. They’re transitional enough for a day in the office and a night on the town.
Browline and cat-eye glasses direct focus to important facial features, emphasizing your natural beauty. With thousands of timeless, smart, and edgy choices, finding your new favorite frame is a snap!
Which Shape Glasses Suit Round Face?
When shopping for the right style of glasses for a round face, aim for balance. Choose frames that best compliment your natural features and accentuate your personal style. Characterized by softer curves and equal width and length, round faces look great in frames that add angles, structure, or other creative elements.
At Premier Optical, we take pride in offering a curated selection of eyewear tailored to suit diverse preferences and face shapes. Here are 5 styles that will help round faces shine.
Embrace Angular Frames
Angular frames are a wonderful choice to create definition and contrast on a round face. The harsh angles and defined lines of angular shapes disrupt the circular flow and pattern, providing a more orderly look.
Whether you love a dramatic pair of cat-eye frames or classic minimalist browline glasses, asymmetrical, angular styles are great for softly accentuating your features. A framed pet pentagon closure and adorable magnet attached to the leash make this fixture whimsical yet sophisticated.
On the other hand, hexagonal shapes create a trendy and smart appearance. Both styles bring a touch of sophistication, which makes them a great choice for the office or on the weekend.
Try Rectangular Glasses
Rectangular-shaped glasses are an increasingly popular option and are highly flattering to round faces. Their longer horizontal lines make for an illusion of length, offering the face a more slender and more chiseled look.
This delicate, oblong shape in pale colors looks stunning with all your casual looks. On the other hand, bold, colorful frames bring a playful, fashion-forward vibe.
Since we know that 80% of round-faced people will find success in rectangular glasses, this classic shape is always a safe bet.
Explore Square Frames
Square glasses are a great choice because they bring angles and structure, which is the perfect counter-balance to round faces. The angular shape adds harsher lines to rounder features, which helps bring balance to the face.
A full-rimmed square frame—opt for traditional black or tortoiseshell—lends polish to the look. In fact, it’s ideal for work and play equally.
Consider Geometric Designs
For something bolder, geometric frames like pentagons or hexagons are perfect for adding character. These unexpected shapes command attention toward your eyes, providing a creative and literary appeal.
Thin, metal frames – whether in gold or silver – only heighten the effect, rendering them an instant statement accessory.
Opt for Cat-Eye Styles
Cat-eye glasses add a flirty and fashionable flair with their curled-up angles. This style slims chubbier cheeks, producing a more aesthetic look.
Whether you opt for acetate or metal designs, cat-eye frames are chic enough to wear with everything from jeans and T-shirts to black-tie favorites.
Frame Features That Flatter
For those with a round face shape, picking the perfect pair of glasses is more than just aesthetics. It’s simple, really—finding harmony, you know, and playing up your best attributes. At Premier Optical, I prioritize helping you find frames that not only enhance your style but fit comfortably and improve your vision seamlessly. Here’s what to look for in round face glasses frames.
Frame Width Considerations
The correct frame width is crucial to ensuring your glasses look and feel their best. For round faces, a little more width in the frame works beautifully against a rounder shape to create the illusion of a longer appearance with added definition.
Choose frames that reach no wider than the edges of your cheekbones, giving you a nice balanced look. For instance, narrow or wide rectangular or square frames in designs from our richly colored, textural exclusive premium collections can pull this off fabulously.
In practice, I usually don’t recommend frames less than 130 mm wide. This size guarantees that they sit perfectly according to your face structure while giving you maximum coverage.
Bridge Design’s Impact
In both comfort and looks, the bridge of your glasses makes a big difference. A higher-set bridge will better sculpt your features, creating the appearance of an elongated nose and a more chiseled bone structure.
At Premier Optical, I advise looking into our lightweight choices. We love that they have adjustable nose pads, assuring a secure fit and sophisticated look.
Appropriative keyhole bridges impose your scabrous glamour. Besides the functional benefits, they infuse your glasses with a unique old-world elegance.
Temple Arm Placement
Temple arm placement impacts how wonkily your glasses sit and how they flatter your face. Frames with arms attached at a higher point on the frame lift your features.
This produces a bold, clear and graphic look. This is particularly flattering for round faces as it prevents widening the face unnecessarily. Our handpicked collection features shapes and styles crafted with perfect detail to guarantee flair and functionality, all while being understated – just like you.
Lens Height and Shape
Lens height and shape should flatter your unique features but provide enough coverage for activity. Taller lenses or oversized frames can overwhelm a round face, so I recommend narrower, angular shapes such as cat-eye or rectangular lenses.
These arching forms work to pull your eye upwards, producing a dynamic counterbalance of motion. Pairing these innovative features with our cutting edge lens technology guarantees an unmatched, sharper, clearer vision experience.
Material and Color Considerations
Aside from in size and shape, when selecting eyewear frame material and color can enhance or distract from your distinguishing features. These two things work together to greatly improve your natural bone structure.
These elements can refine your overall look while adding a personal touch to your eyewear. Here’s a closer look at how concrete, landscaping materials, colors, and patterns can bring attention to your features and fit in with your style.
The Impact of Frame Materials
Frame materials can have a dramatic effect on the comfort, durability, and style of your eyeglass frames. Recommendations In the case of a round face, we frequently recommend delicate metallic frames or clear acetate statements.
For instance, thin metal rims, such as those found in Aviator eyeglasses, give a sophisticated, assured appearance. Their double nose bridge detail gives them depth, rendering them a good option for both square and round faces alike.
Conversely, acetate frames are a great option for colorful shades and patterns, ideal for the trendsetter at heart. Flat-top frames, influenced by the mid-century look, are a fabulous option.
Together, these designs effectively introduce a strong geometry that contrasts with the more delicate planes in these rounder facial shapes. They pair beautifully in almost every context, from the office to a night out.
If you want a more modern, minimalist aesthetic, try geometric frames. Hexagonal styles mix angular lines with soft arches, adding an element of creativity to your style.
Color Contrast and Skin Tone
The perfect color does more than flatter your face. You’ll find that your own natural beauty shines through. Bold, dark tones like black or navy create a striking contrast against fair skin, giving a polished and defined look.
For those with warmer skin tones, earthy shades such as tortoiseshell or amber frames complement your skin tone to create a seamless, cohesive look that flatters.
Or if you’re feeling a little more fun, try out yellow crystal frames, which evoke a forward-looking, ‘50s inspired vibe. These vintage-inspired cat-eye frames can help to highlight your cheekbones and add a classic appeal.
Patterned Frames and Round Faces
Two-toned or patterned frames add an extra punch of pizzazz turning your glasses into a more pronounced fashion statement. Browline frames, featuring a browline detail that’s dropped down, are a great option for giving more shape and definition to softer, rounder faces.
Iconic browline sunnies Stylin’ wide browline sunnies are a great retro choice, bringing you perfect balance of vintage and contemporary cool.
Style Tips for Round Faces
The key to picking flattering new frames for a round face is to find a style that will create balance, give definition, and highlight natural assets. Round faces are the most popular shape, making up roughly 80% of all humans. Therefore, it’s important to pick frames that complement this smooth, circular outline.
At Premier Optical, we provide a carefully selected inventory of distinctive eyewear from top brands. Our personalized recommendations guide you to the right frames that fit your unique face shape and bring out your personality.
Balance Proportions with Frame Shape
Bold frames with striking geometry and sharp lines shine especially bright to break up the more delicate, curvy features of a round face. When in doubt, don’t overthink it. Rectangle glasses are always a great option. Their clean, jagged planes provide definition, interrupting the roundness of the face and lending an air of architectural balance.
In the same way, square shapes create a striking, geometric counterpoint that works to visually lengthen the appearance of your face. Look to shaped frames for a fun alternative! Tessellating shapes like pentagons or hexagons introduce dimension and serve as a graphic punch to any space.
Cat-eye glasses, with their upswept corners, create a lifting effect that highlights cheekbones, adding a chic, vintage-inspired touch.
Use Optical Illusions Wisely
The hue and style of a frame can work wonders to shift focus and enhance your best attributes. Browline glasses, for example, draw attention to the top half of the face. This really carves out the face, drawing attention directly to the eyes and brows and gently raising the cheeks.
For men, full-rimmed frames—particularly in darker colors—emphasize the heaviness of the browline, giving you extra definition and a sharp, tailored appearance. Choosing angular, darker-tinted frames increases the contrast and shapes your features with a dramatic visual boost that tends to look more stunning with rounder faces.
Complementary Hairstyles
A fabulous hairstyle will beautifully complement and boost your glasses game. Combining sharp-edged frames with hair that increases verticality—think volumnized layers or sideswept bangs—creates the illusion of a longer face.
Sleek ponytails or updos do wonders for pulling focus to your eyewear and beautiful face.
Accessorize Thoughtfully
Accessories such as scarves, earrings, and even makeup can help to enhance your frames even more. Minimalist, pared-back jewelry looks great against chunky statement frames, and mega embellishments look amazing with lowkey spectacles and subtle detail too.
Men’s & Women’s Style Options
Choosing the right glasses for a round face involves finding frames that add definition and balance to the naturally soft curves of the face. Here at Premier Optical, we believe fashion should go hand-in-hand with form and function. Our handpicked collection of frames goes beyond just offering options.
Our collection consists of unique, statement pieces that are designed to stand out. You’ll find delicate highlights that will enhance your specific features to flawless perfection.
Glasses Styles for Women
For women with round faces, angular frames are a great option. Glasses that are more rectangular or square-shaped add an interesting contrast against more rounded face shapes. Cat-eye frames make for an equally stunning option, bringing out a classy feline-like curve that further highlights high cheekbones.
With sharp angles to define facial structure, these styles add a touch of refinement to your visage and your appearance at large. We offer designer options like Prada and Kate Spade for those who appreciate luxury, as well as more practical yet stylish choices for everyday wear.
Lightweight materials like titanium or acetate make luxury eyewear comfortable as well as durable. Our team is more than excited to help you find colors and patterns that suit your mood and style. Whether you like the all black style or the fun tortoise shell, we have you covered!
Glasses Styles for Men
For men, angular or sharp frames work best on round shapes. Wayfarer and rectangular frames are especially good at making a definition, drawing focus to your sharp features and complimenting your bone structure. Tinted aviator styles are an even more stylish option!
Opt for frames that feature sharp lines or a double bridge. They definitely add some character without totally taking over your face. Brands such as Ray-Ban and Oakley are key players in the market, offering trendy yet highly functional eyewear solutions.
If you want something more contemporary, try a matte finish or a soft metallic sheen to make a bold statement. Each pair is fitted with state-of-the-art lenses customized to your unique vision, so you can see clearly and live boldly.
Unisex Frame Options
Unisex frames are an excellent option for customers looking for timeless style and versatility. Geometric shapes, like hexagonal or square frames, are flattering to round faces while providing a fresh, modern look. Colors such as gray, navy, or clear are a hit with everyone and perfect to mix into any wardrobe.
Shop our one of a kind collection filled with hand-selected styles from independent brands. So go ahead, wear what makes you different with beautiful, thoughtful, unexpected, functional eyewear!
From free adjustments to direct billing services, we make convenience go hand-in-hand with style.
Practical Considerations
Whether design or practicality takes precedence when choosing eyeglasses for a round face, here are some things to consider. One artful method ensures that your frames work to bring out your very best features to beautiful effect. It makes them feel safe, appropriate for your budget, and stand the test of time.
Prioritize Comfort and Fit
The perfect pair of glasses will make you forget you’re even wearing them – in a good way. Those with a round face shape would best suit angular frames like square, rectangular or cat-eye shapes to achieve balance by adding more definition and structure.
Getting that chic aesthetic should never be done at the cost of comfort. Frames that pinch, slip, or perch uncomfortably can be more of a distraction than an accessory. At Premier Optical, we’re committed to putting you in the right fit— getting to that fit means in-house adjustments and styling consultations.
One challenge with online shopping is the removal of features like the “Try On View,” which helped users visualize how frames might look. Without this, shoppers inevitably end up ordering multiple pairs and returning the ones that don’t fit—a frustrating and time-consuming process.
Here our boutique really shines, solving this issue with face-to-face professional technical fittings. You’ll walk out with frames that are customized to suit your unique face shape, size and style.
Budget-Friendly Options
While luxury and designer eyewear takes center stage, we know that practicality plays a key role in the process as well. Our frames are fashionable, well-crafted pieces of art themselves available in a wide range of prices because we represent the customer conscious of their budget.
Promos like “50% off every lens with frame purchase” help stretch your dollars. Unlike digital market places, which are sometimes unclear or not forthcoming with additional pricing, we guide you through the costs to keep surprises at bay.
Assess Frame Quality and Durability
If you use glasses on an everyday basis, durability is an extremely important factor. Premium materials such as acetate and titanium improve durability while keeping the frame light. Low-cost substitutes can be tempting at first, but they quickly break down with continued daily use.
At Premier Optical, frames are thoughtfully selected from well-known and established brands you can trust for their quality and craftsmanship. With our complimentary repair and adjustment services, we help you get the most out of your new investment.
Current Eyewear Trends
The key to finding the best glasses for a round face is to accept and play up your special features. Look your best from here on out by learning about current eyewear trends! At Premier Optical, we focus on helping you find frames that not only enhance your look but reflect your individuality.
Paying attention to today’s trends will help you create an experience that is fresh and empowering.
Latest Frame Styles
Geometric and angular frames are some of the biggest trends of the moment, and they suit round faces like a dream. Frames with square, rectangular, and cat-eye shapes bring lines and angles, providing a beautiful sense of balance by smashing those sweet natural curves of your face.
Oversized frames, known for their statement-making aesthetic that instantly enhances any ensemble, are particularly in demand, lending a chic, avant-garde flair to your look. For a more understated look, semi-rimless frames are another fashionable choice, providing a minimalist look with an ultra-modern vibe.
At Premier Optical, we make a point to hand-pick our share of these designs, equipping each frame with maximum comfort and up-to-the-minute style trends.
Popular Colors and Materials
Earthy tones are currently all the rage! Deep browns, warm beiges, and olive greens offer a classic yet edgy canvas that flatters any skin tone. For anyone ready to take a bit more risk, rich colors like cobalt blue or burgundy are perfect options.
Clear and gradient frames are picking up steam too, adding a fresh take on minimalist chic. Ultra-lightweight titanium and eco-friendly acetates make these frames more durable than ever. They’re in line with the growing demand for more sustainable options.
We curated this collection with your changing tastes in mind. Now, frames can be fashionable, classic, and eco-consciously made!
Timeless Frame Designs
Our favorites! Traditional styles like aviators and wayfarers never go out of style, providing a sophisticated charm for wearers who appreciate a classic aesthetic. These statement frames are incredibly versatile and work in a professional or casual setting.
Tortoiseshell patterns are still big as ever, bringing a touch of vintage richness while staying fresh and current. At Premier Optical, we’ve selected the classic favorites that will always be in vogue.
We do our best to ensure they are at the cutting edge of today’s trend.
Expert Advice and Examples
Round A round face consists of soft curves with all lengths fairly similar in size. It is beautifully complemented in frames that provide an architectural quality and delineation. At Premier Optical, we provide expert suggestions to ensure you select eyewear that accentuates your individual attributes. Our mission is to deliver just the right combination of form and function.
Optometrist Recommendations
From an optometrist’s point of view, the best eyeglasses for a round face are those that improve facial symmetry. Rectangle and square frames work especially well – it’s angular lines helping to generate contrast, adding definition, and lengthening the face. A frame with a lens width of 50mm to 52mm typically provides a wide enough fit.
Furthermore, a nose bridge of 14mm-16mm fits this size to a tee. Beyond an elegant aesthetic, these geometric frames, with surprising angles and contours, inject a clean, contemporary quality without sacrificing efficiency or utility.
Browline glasses, a classic style that goes all the way back to the 1950s and 60s, make a great suggestion. These frames accentuate the top facial characteristics, making a lengthening impact and keeping a romantic look. At Premier Optical, we find that full-rimmed glasses truly steal the show. They frame the face beautifully and deliver perfect style and strength.
Stylist Insights
Beyond the technical fit, style is an important factor when selecting eyewear. Cat-eye frames, to take one illustrative example, are a favorite with trendsetters looking for a daring, stylish appearance. Their signature upswept shape creates this new kind of flirty lift, sculpting the cheekbones and helping to naturally highlight your eyes.
Visit our exclusive online sale and find your new favorite pair today! You’ll find the shapes that flatter your features and get you looking your coolest and most authentic self.
Virtual try-on features were once the face of innovation in eyewear retail, giving customers the ability to envision their new purchase. Still, nothing beats the in-person experience of testing them all on your feet side-by-side in real time.
In fact, we’ve found that customers are able to easily choose 5-6 pairs in a visit allowing them to feel confident in their final selection.
Before-and-After Transformations
We know that the right frame can change your whole look. A crisp, tailored, well-matched pair of glasses or sunglasses gives you that self-assuredness and shows off your most attractive attributes.
We regularly hear from customers about how their new frames have improved not just their sight but their sartorial game.
