Best Sunglasses for an Oval Face: Shapes That Keep the Balance
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Best Sunglasses for an Oval Face: Shapes That Keep the Balance
An oval face is naturally balanced and slightly longer than wide, so nearly every frame shape suits it. Wayfarers, aviators, square and geometric frames all flatter an oval face. The only thing to watch is scale, so avoid frames so oversized they overwhelm your proportions. Here is how to choose.
In this article
- What sunglasses suit an oval face?
- How to tell if you have an oval face
- Shapes that flatter an oval face
- What to watch for
- Frames to try
- Frequently asked questions
What sunglasses suit an oval face?
The good news is that an oval face suits almost anything. Its balanced proportions, gently rounded with no single dominant feature, give you the freedom to wear bold and classic shapes alike. Wayfarers, aviators, square frames and geometric styles all look great. Because you have so much choice, you can pick by personality and occasion rather than by rule. The one guideline is proportion: keep the frame width close to the width of your face.
How to tell if you have an oval face
An oval face is a little longer than it is wide, with a forehead slightly broader than the jaw and softly rounded edges throughout. There are no sharp angles and no single feature that stands out. If you are not certain of your shape, our guide on how to measure your face at home makes it easy, and the complete face shape guide compares every shape.
Shapes that flatter an oval face
Since balance is already on your side, you can lean into whatever look you want. Wayfarers bring a timeless, versatile feel. Aviators add an effortless, classic edge. Bold square and rectangular frames introduce structure and a modern, confident look, while geometric styles make a statement. Explore the full vocabulary of shapes in our frame shapes glossary and decide by the mood you are after.
What to watch for
With so much freedom, the only real pitfall is scale. Frames that are far too large can hide the natural balance of an oval face, while frames that are too small can look lost. Aim for a width close to your own and a depth that suits your features, and you will keep the harmony that makes an oval face so easy to style.
Frames to try
Three in-stock Rawbare frames that show off the range an oval face can wear, each with 100% UV400 protection.
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