Best Sunglasses for a Square Face: The Shapes That Suit You
Face Shape · Buying Guide
Best Sunglasses for a Square Face: The Shapes That Suit You
A square face has a strong jaw and a broad forehead of similar width, so the best sunglasses soften those angles with curves. Round, oval, aviator and cat-eye shapes flatter a square face most, while sharp, boxy frames tend to echo your angles. Here is how to choose.
In this article
- What sunglasses suit a square face?
- How to tell if you have a square face
- Shapes that flatter a square face
- Shapes to approach with care
- Frames to try
- Frequently asked questions
What sunglasses suit a square face?
The aim with a square face is balance. Because your features are strong and angular, curved frames soften them and add a flattering contrast. Round, oval and aviator shapes work beautifully, and cat-eye frames lift the face while keeping things soft. The general rule is simple: choose curves over corners, and pick frames a touch wider than the broadest part of your face so they sit in proportion.
How to tell if you have a square face
A square face is roughly as wide as it is long, with a broad forehead, wide cheekbones and a strong, defined jawline that are all close in width. The overall impression is angular and structured. If you are not sure, our guide on how to measure your face at home helps you work it out, and the complete face shape guide covers every shape.
Shapes that flatter a square face
Round and oval frames are the classic choice, as their soft curves offset a strong jaw. Aviators do the same with their gently rounded, teardrop lens, which is why they suit angular faces so well. Cat-eye frames flatter too, sweeping the eye upward and adding a soft, elegant lift. Across all of these, look for a frame slightly wider than your face for the best proportion, and softer lens edges rather than sharp corners.
Shapes to approach with care
Sharp, boxy and heavily angular frames tend to mirror the lines of a square face and can make it look more severe rather than balanced. Very small or narrow frames can also look out of proportion against strong features. None of this is a hard rule, so if you love a bold square frame, wear it with confidence, but if you want the most flattering result, lean toward curves.
Frames to try
Three in-stock Rawbare frames that soften a square face, each with 100% UV400 protection.
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