Today, more than in the past, those who wear eyeglasses have a much wider selection of frame shapes, styles and colors to choose from. This allows those with glasses in Grand Rapids to find the perfect look to suit the shape of their face and the style of glasses they like.
Finding the right glasses can seem overwhelming, and it can be difficult to have a general idea of where to start when considering frames. To help with narrowing down the selection, there are some basic frame types that are very complimentary to specific face shapes, which is always a good place to start.
Your Face Shape
It can be difficult to determine your face shape, but there is a simple technique anyone can use. The basic shapes will include oval, round, diamond, heart and square. To determine your face shape use a washable marker and look into a large mirror facing straight into the mirror. Trace the outline of your face and then step away and determine which shape your face is most like.
Most people will have a very distinctive shape, but there could be two shapes that are similar to your face outline. That is still helpful as when you are shopping for eyeglasses you can choose frames that complement both shapes and then see which one is best for you.
In general, the following are good frame options that match specific face shapes:
* Oval – thinner, finer frames and smaller lenses compliment the natural symmetry of the face.
* Round – square or rectangular frames compliment a round face while round lenses and frames tend to draw attention the round shape of the face.
* Square – round or oval eyeglasses are a good match on individuals with a square face and help to soften the sometimes chiseled shape.
* Diamond – to make the forehead and upper eye area look wider consider oval frames and glasses or cats eye shapes for a fun look.
* Heart – glasses with wider or more noticeable frames on the bottom of the lens and those that are round or square will be very complimentary to the heart-shaped face.
Style
Next, it will be important to know the style of eyeglasses you like. You may be someone who is very formal and classic in their style, or perhaps someone who is sporty and chic. There are also glass styles that are more suited to someone who has a more athletic or active lifestyle or someone who is a business professional.
Keep in mind; it is not unusual for people in Grand Rapids to have different styles of eyeglasses for different areas of their life. You may have one pair you wear for an evening on the town, another for a day at the office and a third pair for lounging around and enjoying life on the weekend.
