Think glasses don't suit your round face shape? Think again. There are plenty of different frames that look great on a round face shape, adding contours and angles.
Figuring out where to start when picking your glasses can be a little overwhelming.
So, we've put together the best types of eyeglasses we recommend from 1000s of styles we have at GlassesShop for a round face shape below.
How Do You Know If You Have a Round Face?
Let's begin with figuring out if you have a round face shape.
Some common round face shape characteristics are -
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Full cheeks.
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Round chin.
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Less defined jawline.
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Similar width through length and width of face.
What Shape Of Eyeglasses Is Best For a Round Face?
For round-face people, you want to look at eyeglasses that are angular and create a contrast to your softer facial features.
No round face is the same, so some eyeglasses may look different on other people.
Most of the time, the best glasses for a round face are geometric, cat-eye, browline, and rectangular.
However, shapes can change according to whether you are a man or a woman too, which we will explore next.
Best For Men
Square Eyeglasses
For a more masculine look, square frames are an excellent choice for men with a round face.
This is because they introduce sharp angles to the face and add structure, they are also timeless, very bold, and modern.
At GlassesShop we have a huge range of square glasses for men with round face shapes. Some of our favorites to name are the Oberlin for a smart office contemporary look and the Adale for a more retro square fit.
Classic Wayframe
The classic way frame glasses are suitable for daily life, whether in the office or at the beach. You’ll stay sophisticated and trendy with these specs, plus, they offer a perfect blend of round and angular to complement a round face type.
We have many wayframe classics to choose from, whether you go for the Bruno classic specs or the Sailsbury classic for a bold upper-frame look.
Browline Eyeglasses
Browline glasses add attention to the upper part of your face thanks to the thick upper frame. Perfect for both men and women, contouring the face and adding dimension.
They add a layer of maturity to any outfit and look formal, even when paired with casual clothing.
From our browline collection for men, we love the Libra for a classic black and gold look and the Humphr for a pared-back timeless look.
Best For Women
Rectangle Eyeglasses
For women with round faces, rectangular eyeglasses can add an angular shape to your curves to make your face look longer and slimmer. Another great thing about rectangle eyeglasses is that they come in so many colors and styles.
We have plenty of rectangle eyeglasses to choose from for women with round faces, our best sellers are the Flushing for a contemporary look and the Libra for a browline rectangle combo.
Cateye
Cateye frames are perfect for lifting your round face features and drawing attention to the upper part of your face. The upward sweeping angels help balance out the curves of your chin and jaw.
For the fun retro vibe, we recommend either the Celia for a timeless Hollywood look or the Spencer for a pop of pastel colors.
Horn Rimmed Glasses
Horn-rimmed glasses used to be made out of animal materials, hence the name. Now they boast a bold statement frame made of plastic. The shape of these glasses has curves and angular edges to add dimension to your face without being overwhelming.
Our top horn-rimmed glasses for women are the Fresno and Joni for a trendy transparent look.
Geometric Frames
As it says in the name, geometric frames are perfect for women since they add angles and dimensions to the round face. Geometric frames can come in various shapes, from hexagons to octagons.
Our favorite frames for women are the Toledo polygon for elegance and the Karen polygon for a bolder look.
Frames To Avoid With a Round Face Shape
Now we’ve discussed our favorite frames for a round face shape, let's move on to what frames to avoid.
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Round glasses - Round glasses with a round face shape are big no. This is because they fail to add any angles or dimension to the face, it can be quite unflattering instead.
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Oval glasses - Oval glasses like round glasses don’t sit well on round faces since they don’t have any angles.
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Oversized glasses - Oversized glasses can make your face look oversized and rounder than it already is. That being said, if you choose oversized glasses with angular edges they may look great.
Find Your Perfect Eyeglasses With GlassesShop
At GlassesShop we have a beautiful range of glasses for both men and women with a round face shape. From cat-eyes to browline and classic square frames, all can be customized with your prescription and lens type.
If you're undecided on your frames, use our try-at-home options which allow you to try up to five different types of glasses at home and return them all for free, then order the pair you prefer.
All of our eyeglasses have a 365-day guarantee and points policy which allows you to shop while earning your money back!
So, what are you waiting for? Shop our best specs for round faces here.