Glasses guide
Glasses for a Rectangle Face Shape
A commonly used rule of thumb among opticians is to choose a frame shape that contrasts with your face shape rather than mirrors it — for example, adding angles where a face is soft and curves where a face is angular. A common approach is to add width visually at the cheekbones and temples while minimizing added height, to soften the overall sense of length.
Frame shapes to look for
Do
- Tall frames, oversized shapes, or frames with decorative detail at the top can reduce the visual length of the face.
- Round or slightly curved frames can soften the straight sides.
Avoid
- Narrow, small frames can leave a lot of bare face above and below, emphasizing length.
- Rectangular frames that echo the face's own long, straight lines can overstate them.
A few more fitting tips
- Frame width should generally line up with the widest part of your face, not extend noticeably beyond it.
- Eyebrows are typically most visible just above or at the top of the frame, rather than hidden behind it.
- Frame color and material (bold plastic vs. thin metal) can soften or sharpen a look independent of the frame’s outline shape.
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