From round and rectangle spectacle frames, to transition and tinted reading glasses, here’s a guide to finding the best eyewear for your face shape from these affordable optical stores in Singapore.
If you’re not blessed with 20/20 vision, then you’re stuck with having to either wear prescription glasses or contact lenses full-time (with a pair of stylish sunglasses to protect your eyes from the sun!). Since wearing contact lenses for long periods of time isn’t the best for your eyes, you may want to opt for a pair of spectacles that are not only cool and stylish, but also practical. And since they’ll be pretty much glued to your face, it’s best to find the ones that fit and flatter your face shape. From round or rectangle frames, to transition and tinted lenses, here’s a guide to finding the best spectacle frames for your face shape from these affordable optical stores. Just be sure to approach a pro such as an optician to help you pick the right pair of eyewear.
If your face is round… rectangular frames
Need something to elongate your round face? Any angular frame will do the trick. A pair of angular or rectangular glasses add immediate structure and polish any round features, making your face looking more contoured. Highlight your cheekbones by going for a bold, statement pair of glasses.
Our pick: The flexible and lightweight Benjamin glasses from Visual Mass ($95) are great for any active or outdoor person with a round face.
Visual Mass, #B2-30, 277 Orchard Road, Singapore 238858, p. 6702 3480.
If your face is oval… bold, square-shaped frames
Oversized, thick and bold frames, especially with teardrop lenses look exceptionally great on an oval face. While most frames go well with your face shape, you may want to avoid thin wrap-around or strong, rectangular frames, unless you’re confident that you can pull a pair off without any issues!
Our pick: Go bold with a pair of two-tone, floral designed Anna Sui optical frames that are available at Spectacle Hut.
Spectacle Hut, #B1-17/18, 313@Somerset, 313 Orchard road, Singapore 238895, p. 6636 7717, as well as other outlets.
If your face is oblong… square, higher frames
Rectangle shaped glasses, as well as square, higher frames, help offset the length of your face, and give your face a shorter and wider appearance. Taller frames may also serve as a stylish distraction to your fuller features.
Our pick: Go all out with a pair of Owndays square spectacles made with Swarovski Zirconia ($178).
Owndays, #B2-69, 2 Orchard Turn, ION Orchard, Singapore 238801, p. 6509 4130, as well as other outlets.
If your face is heart-shaped… frames that are wider on the bottom
With a fuller forehead and wider cheekbones that narrow to a small chin, you’ll want to broaden the appearance of your chin and keep the proportions in check with a pair of thin, light metal or clear plastic frames that are wider on the bottom with a bit of roundness and curve. This will add balance to the lower half of your face.
Our pick: The iconic Ray-Ban Clubmaster ($230) from Capitol Optical will not only make you look effortlessly cool, but it will draw attention away from your razor-sharp chin.
Capitol Optical, #03-08, Raffles City, 252 North Bridge Road, Singapore 179103, p. 6339 7030, as well as other outlets.
If your face is square… round lenses
This will help soften an angular face as well as the defined lines that are apparent on your face. Round, circular styles such as the teardrop frame or the basic circular spectacles work really well on a square face. Go for those with thinner metal frames which will look less heavy on your face.
Our pick: Check out Mykita’s thin-framed round spectacles at Paris Miki. This pair will have you looking more chic than geek.
Paris Miki, #01-148, VivoCity, 1 Harbourfront Walk, Singapore 098585, p. 6376 9100, as well as other outlets.
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