Trends in eyeglasses come and go, but one thing remains constant, your face shape. When selecting eyeglasses and reading glasses it can be tempting to go with whatever style is the most current, but that look may not be the most flattering on you. The best guideline you have to work with when selecting reading glasses is the basic shape of your face. Fortunately, discovering your face shape is a simple and one time process.

There are four basic face shapes that most everyone fits into: round, square, oval, or heart. In order to figure out which shape your face is, you will need a mirror. Look in the mirror and study your reflection thoroughly.

Take into account how long your face is and how wide it is. Check to see if your face is longer than it is wide or if the length is about equal to the width. Next, look to see if the top of your face is wider than the bottom of your face, or vice versa. Or is your face about the same width all over?

Look to see if your face has strong angles or if it features softer curves. Think about the things you just noticed. Try to replicate the shape on paper by drawing it out. Once you see your face on paper, it should quickly become clear which one of the 4 basic shapes your face most resembles.

Once you have determined your face shape, use this information as a guide to select glasses that contrast with this shape, complimenting your face. Keep in mind that your frame width should match the width of your face.

If you find that your face shape is round, meaning that your face has a predominantly curved outline with overall length and width being just about equal, you should look for angular, narrow frames. These types of frames add length to a round face and help make it appear thinner. Look for reading glasses with rectangular lenses for round faces.

A face that has matching proportions in the length and width, paired with a strong jaw line and a broad forehead means a square face shape. Reading glass frames that best suit a square face are wider than they are long and will soften sharp angles. As a result, oval shaped lenses are the typically the best pick for square face shapes as they help soften and narrow the face.

The distinctive mark of an oval face is that it is longer than it is wide. Designer reading glasses and other frames with vertical height help make an oval face appear shorter, balancing it out. Select frames that are deep from top to bottom, covering a portion of the cheek area as well. Be on the lookout for reading glasses with fun extra detailing at the temple area to add extra width to the face.

A Heart shaped face is wider on top and gradually narrows as the face tapers toward the chin. Heart shaped faces should wear frames that are wider at the bottom than at the top, counter balancing their face shape. Rimsless styles and really light frames are two great choices for heart shapes.

Once you have identified your face shape, you will be able to shop online for eyeglasses, reading sunglasses,  and reading glasses with ease. Knowing what styles will look best on you will make you confident and comfortable in selecting a great pair of glasses without even having to try them on.

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