Eyeglasses Buying Guide
Everything you need to know to choose the perfect eyeglasses for your face, lifestyle, and vision needs.
5 Steps to Perfect Eyeglasses
Get an Eye Exam
Start with a comprehensive eye exam to get your current prescription
Determine best eyewear shape to complement your features
Identify your face shape to find the most flattering frame styles
Choose Frame Size
Measure your current glasses or try different sizes to find the perfect fit
Select Lens Type
Choose from single vision, progressive, or specialty lenses based on your needs
Add Coatings
Enhance your lenses with anti-reflective, blue light, or other protective coatings
Frame Shapes & Best Face Matches
Match popular frame silhouettes with the facial features they flatter most.
Wayfarer / Browline
Best for:
- ✓Round
- ✓Oval
- ✓Heart
Also good for:
Long faces (shortens visually)
Avoid if:
Very small faces if frame is oversized
Round
Best for:
- ✓Square
- ✓Diamond
- ✓Angular/Oblong
Also good for:
Heart (for contrast)
Avoid if:
Very round faces (can emphasize fullness)
Rectangular
Best for:
- ✓Oval
- ✓Round
- ✓Heart
Also good for:
Oblong (choose deeper height)
Avoid if:
Very small faces if too wide
Square
Best for:
- ✓Round
- ✓Oval
Also good for:
Heart (lighter colors or semi-rimless)
Avoid if:
Very square faces (adds angularity)
Cat Eye
Best for:
- ✓Round
- ✓Square
- ✓Heart
Also good for:
OvalDiamond
Avoid if:
Very long faces (can elongate)
Aviator
Best for:
- ✓Oval
- ✓Square
- ✓Heart
- ✓Diamond
Also good for:
Most angular faces (softens)
Avoid if:
Very round or very small faces if oversized
Oval
Best for:
- ✓Square
- ✓Diamond
- ✓Angular/Oblong
Also good for:
Most face shapes (balanced)
Avoid if:
Very round faces if too small
Oversized (any shape)
Best for:
- ✓Oval
- ✓Heart
- ✓Square (balances jaw/forehead)
Also good for:
Statement looks when proportions match
Avoid if:
Round and small faces (can overwhelm)
Need hands-on help?
Visit our stores and work with a stylist
Our in-store stylists will pair frame shapes to your features and lifestyle, so you leave with a perfect fit.
Common Questions
Ready to Find Your Perfect Glasses?
Visit us in-store for personalized help from our expert opticians.