Shades with shapes: The different sunglasses styles you need to know

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In Singapore, a good pair of sunglasses is just as important as an effective sunscreen. Apart from blocking out the harmful UV rays around your eye region (that doesn’t mean you can stare directly into the sun), a pair of sunglasses will help to prevent you from squinting too much, and henceforth eliminating the risk of getting crow’s feet.

Whether you’re a fan of the classic aviators or sleek cat-eyed, here’s our guide to wearing different sunglasses for your face shape.

 

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ALSO READ: A GUIDE TO GETTING SPECTACLES FOR YOUR FACE SHAPE

1. Aviators

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Suited for: Round

The slightly oblong shape is perfect to create a more angular silhouette for those with rounder features.

Givenchy oversized gold-tone aviators, US$230.02 (S$314.61), www.net-a-porter.com.

 

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2. Cat-eye

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Suited for: Heart/Inverted Triangle

Women with heart or inverted triangle features tend to sport a narrower and sharper chin. To balance it out, we’d recommend adding angular features to the upper region of your face.

Acetate sunglasses, $35.90, Mango.

 

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3. Clubmaster

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Suited for: Diamond

Women who have a diamond face shape generally suits almost every type of sunnies. However, we’d recommend the Clubmaster as they are small in width, which would help to taper down your wider cheekbones.

Ray-Ban acetate sunglasses, US$141.22 (S$193.16), www.net-a-porter.com.

 

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4. Oval

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Suited for: Square/Oblong

The curvature of the lens’ circumference will help to soften those who have angular facial features. This means that this pair of sunglasses will suit those with squarish or oblong face shapes.

Ray-Ban gold-tone sunglasses, US$130.66 (S$178.70), www.net-a-porter.com.

 

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5. Rectangle/D-frame

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Suited for: Round

Rectangular sunglasses are perfect for those with a rounder face shape. It helps to juxtapose your softer features with structured angles.

Kaleos D-frame titanium sunglasses, US$229.64 (S$314.08), www.net-a-porter.com.

 

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6. Round

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Suited for: Square/Oblong

For those of you who have a squarish or rectangular face shape, round sunglasses are perfect for you. Why? The rounder silhouette will soften our your sharp and angular facial features.

Chloe tortoiseshell effect acetate sunglasses, US$255 (S$348.77), www.matchesfashion.com.

 

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7. Shield

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Suited for: Heart/Inverted Triangle

The shield is another sunglasses style that would suit women with heart or inverted triangle features. It’ll help to broaden your cheekbone region, making your overall facial silhouette more proportionate.

Acetate sunglasses, $45.90, Mango.

 

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8. Square

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Suited for: Round

Similar to a rectangular pair of sunnies, a squarish accessory adds depth and sharpen those who have a soft, rounder face shape.

Givenchy acetate sunglasses, US$162.06 (S$221.67), www.net-a-porter.com.

 

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9. Wayfarer

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Suited for: Round/Rectangle

Initiated and popularised by Ray-Ban, the Wayfarer comes in different shapes. Some can be round, while others can be more oblong. If you sport rounder features, opt for a rectangular Wayfarer, and vice versa.

Ray-Ban acetate sunglasses, US$141.22 (S$193.15), www.net-a-porter.com.

 

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