The heart face shape is one of the most common face shapes. It’s when your forehead is the widest part and your chin is the narrowest part of your face. It's also known as an “inverted triangle” or “V-shaped” face.
The best sunglasses frame shapes for heart shaped faces are:
Oval and Circular
Rectangular
Rimless and Semi-Rimless
Wayfarers
Aviators
Cat-Eye
Of course, finding the perfect pair of sunglasses is a personal selection. Everyone has their own unique style. The most important part of choosing sunglasses is that you feel comfortable and protected in your frames.
That being said, there are some tried and true techniques for matching frames to your face shape. This guide is intended to help you find a pair of sunglasses that will protect your eyes and make you feel confident in your own style.
“Heart shaped,” “inverted triangle,” or “V-shaped” all refer to the same face shape. Heart shaped faces are distinguished by:
A broad forehead (widest part of your face)
High cheekbones that stand out
Narrow jawline
Angular, narrow chin
*Keep in mind that not everyone has a facial structure that is a perfect match for a face shape. Most people have elements of two or three different shapes. The best way to figure out your face shape is to identify your most distinct facial features, and then match them to a face shape.
Best Frame Shapes for Heart Shaped Faces
Heart shaped faces are very versatile when it comes to choosing sunglasses styles. You can use your frames to shift attention towards or away from your different facial features. Feel free to make bold choices and find a style that is uniquely yours!
Here are the six best sunglasses for heart shaped faces:
Oval and Circular
Round frame styles are popular because they provide contrast to the “sharp” features of your face. This contrast can help to “soften” angular features. Round shapes draw attention to your eyes and cheekbones and away from your chin and forehead.
Rectangular
Rectangular frames help provide balance to heart shaped faces. They can add structure if your features are “curvy.” They can also make a broad forehead appear narrower. They give off a professional look and are perfect if you don’t want to draw too much attention to your sunnies.
Rimless and Semi-Rimless
Rimless and semi-rimless frames are another low-key option. Semi-rimless frames draw attention away from a wider forehead towards your jawline. Rimless frames don’t highlight anything and let your facial features speak for themselves.
Browline (Wayfarers & Clubmasters)
Browline frames have been in style for decades. Ray-Ban popularized this frame shape with it’s Wayfarer and Clubmaster models, and many companies have created eyewear in the same shape. These frames are characterized by prominent endpoints that sit beyond your temples. This helps balance a wide forehead by making your eyes the focal point.
Aviators
Aviator style frames are one of the most popular in the world. Their bottom heavy design draws the eye downwards. The teardrop shape flattens angular chins and can add balance to your face.
Cat-Eye
Cat-eye sunglasses are a trendy choice, especially for women. They come in a variety of shapes, but are characterized by upswept endpoints. These retro style frames can help contour your face. You can find a style that balances your face or highlights your prominent cheekbones.
Frames to Avoid
Heart shaped faces have such a versatile structure that there are no frame shapes that need to be avoided. It all depends on where you want to draw people’s gaze.
If you want to draw attention away from your chin, avoid rimless frames or aviators. Square sunglasses add angular lines that could make your features look “sharper” than they already are. Avoid them if you’re looking to soften your features.
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