Tuesday, February 24, 2009

Eyeconic Frames - why not wear glasses that fit you well.

By Gurpreet Singh

It's time to choose the correct frames, and our guide helps you to decide which glasses to wear. No matter matter face shape you have just read on to learn more, and help you to make an informed decision.

Glasses are in fashion now and more and more people are using them as fashion accessories. Both men and women have realised that glasses can make all the difference to the way they want to look and the image they want to create. Today there are many different styles and colours available and choosing the correct frames can be a daunting task. The key is to choose the frame which bring out the shape of your face and your best features.

So you go to choose your frames, but now you're having a bit of trouble. You can ask for assistance from your local optician. But in todays age where the internet is booming, there are many resources online which can help you to decide. Fashion websites are the main source to go for, as well as online stores selling glasses. Ultimately, the choice has to be yours, but here are a few useful pointers on choices for different complexions and face shapes.

Darker Skin: People with olive or Mediterranean skin can benefit from wearing brighter colours which stand out such a silver and gold. Other subtle colours such as burgundy or brown could also help.

Black Skins: Any colour which has a metallic effect would be benficial for this skin type. Depending on the type of frame black could work well or not so well. Try to look at the clothes you wear and work your glasses to match your style.

Faces that are oval in face: Oval faces have a wider forehead than the jaw. This is usually in most cases. They also have a smoothly rounded face which is balanced. Almost all frames would suit this shape but try to avoid larger frames, such as aviator style prescription glasses.

Round faces: For faces that are short and fairly wide with full cheeks and a round chin, choose slimming styles. Slightly elongated shapes work well as long as they are not too shallow, while square, or even up-swept styles can help to highlight the upper face. Avoid small and round or very large shapes that make the face look even rounder.

Heart-shaped: Squared frames would work very well with heart shaped faces, as well as including glasses that are round in shape. These faces have a small, neat chin and mouth, tapering up and out to a broader forehead so choose frames to highlight this.

Squared Faces: This shape face would do well wearing frames that do not emphasise the squareness of the face. Try wearing oval shaped frames as this would take attention away from the jawline. - 15634

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