Ray-Ban Face Shape Guide by Sunglasses Shop

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FACE SHAPE

am I?

Your face shape is the key to unlocking your most stylish self. It’s a game of proportion and offsetting.

Get the knack and achieve sunglasses perfection here. e Framing The Two Golden Rules of Fac

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Your frames should be proportional to your face size.

Otherwise, you’ll be out of balance & noticed for all the wrong reasons.

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Offset, offset, offset.... avoid frames that echo the shape of your face. It’s just too much.

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you are a

ROUND You already have a great deal of symmetry. In case you didn’t know, that’s the maths behind beauty you pretty thing.

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4165 JUSTIN It’s bolder, boxier, sleeker and smoother than the original Wayfarer. But original logos on the lens and winged temples make Justin unmistakable.

You’re free to set yourself apart with distinctive sunglasses as well as wear any shape. Make a statement with trendy colour play and angular styles if you fancy it.

But, offsetting is advised even for one so symmetrical.

Oversized frames and rectangular ones can serve to lengthen your face, striking the right balance.

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3138 SHOOTER HAVANA Could anything be cooler than the original Aviator? If anything is, it’s 1938’s Shooter. The huntsman’s circular cigarette holder gives it instant distinction.

Just print at A5 size, pop out the eye holes & you’re good to go ...

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you are an

OVAL

Congratulations, your oval face can carry off any shape.

But you may want to take down the length a little, offsetting that strong vertical line. Rectangular styles are perfect for that.

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4256 GATSBY With thick luxuriant acetate and unique metalwork, twenties inspired Gatsby is perfect for the modern day decadent.

Ramp it up with mirrored lenses.

Feel free to experiment with the edgiest shapes too, including the trendy flat top.

Retro shapes heavy on character and colour pop frames are more exciting options for you.

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3136 CARAVAN The Aviator’s wire-thin line and the double bridge come squared off in the Caravan. It’s an easier wear and a more modern look.

Just print at A5 size, pop out the eye holes & you’re good to go ...

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you are a

square Gentlemen, your chiselled jaw and brow epitomises classical and enviable masculinity. Ladies, you’re in the company of such beauties as Angelina and Keira.

The strength of your face shape needs no accentuating though. Sharp, square sunglasses will; so are best avoided.

Offset with rounds, ovals, aviators and generally curvy styles. All will accentuate the eye line.

Rimless and semi-rimless sunglasses soften particularly sharp-edged faces. Neutral tones, gradient lenses and frames will do that too.

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4171 ERIKA Retro gets refreshed with a gummy matte texture and sleek metal in Erika. It’s also now available with polarised lenses, for glare-free style.

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4246 CLUBROUND The hottest new shape of the season is the rounded take on the iconic Clubmaster. The Clubround has all the character of the old school style and then some, with new curves.

Just print at A5 size, pop out the eye holes & you’re good to go ...

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you are a

HEART

Balancing the top heavy heart-shaped face is easy.

Just lengthen by bringing attention to the tapered part of the face. The aviator’s perfect - it draws the eye to your jaw and lips.

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3025 AVIATOR The legendary cosmetic effects of the Aviator will give a whole new dimension to your face. Not to mention great clarity for the eyes with glass lenses.

With a broad area around the eye line, the least fuss on your frames the better. So cool it on temple depth and detail.

Slimmer lines, rimless and semi-rimless styles and gradient lenses help hit the balance too. Minimalist crystal clear acetate and laser-cut flat metal give you the balance you need and cutting edge style.

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3016 CLUBMASTER The Clubmaster will balance your face with its iconic high character half-rim. Look out for matte finishes and mirrored lenses, for a contemporary twist.

Just print at A5 size, pop out the eye holes & you’re good to go ...

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you are an

oblong

Your sunglasses can flatter you immensely by gently shortening your face. Oversized frames will be your go-to.

The horizontal line of the rectangular frame too.

If you’ve a particularly sharp square oblong face, offset with curvier shapes such as rounds, aviators and soft squares.

All those shapes can be had oversized too.

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4222 Ray-Ban 4222 puts the fun into boho. This big bold round is up to the second with a squidgy matte finish, iridescent colourways and sleek metal arms.

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You’re well placed to take on the trendy supersize sunglass too, which swamps those with shorter faces.

4098 JACKIE OH II Inspired by the queen of oversized sunglasses, Jacqueline Onassis, you couldn’t have a better muse or more stylish way of shortening an oblong face.

Just print at A5 size, pop out the eye holes & you’re good to go ...

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