What Frame Fits You

Current Trends

Research from the Vision Council of America found the most important factor for women considering glasses is how they look, while men were more interested in comfort and fit. But if your frames don't fit well or aren’t comfortable, you’re not going to want to wear them. This is where our trained Dr. Tavel opticians can be extremely helpful.

For women, modified rectangular shapes and thick plastics are currently all the rage.

For men, comfort and durability rank higher than appearance, but there are 5 trends that have stood the test of time:

Masculine shapes such as aviator glasses and double brow-bar styles have re-emerged.
Larger and bolder eye sizes and frame shapes.
Rimless and semi-rimless styles (where the eyeglass lens is held in place to the temple simply by a screw or a wire) are perfect for the man who wants a modern or minimalist look.
Titanium is a big draw for men as an eyeglass frame material because it is super lightweight, non-corrosive, very durable and stylish - Stainless steel and aluminum are also popular and have lightweight and durable properties.
Lightweight and comfortable, plastic frames come in a wide variety of styles for younger, hip or retro looks.

Facial Mapping

First, determine the shape of your face.

	Oval - Oval or egg-shaped faces can look great with any type of frame.
	Oblong - Long, thin faces should go for larger frames in round, triangular shapes or wide rectangular shapes to make your face appear wider, shorter
	Square - People with square shaped faces, wide foreheads and cheeks and angular chins, should choose round frames made of thin metal. Rectangular frames work better for fuller faces with moderate chins, wide cheeks and small cheekbones.
	Heart - Frames that are wider at the bottom than they are at the top are best for heart-shaped faces.
	Diamond - Geometric or oval shaped small frames lessen the distance between the temples of people with diamond shaped faces.

Smaller frames are best for people with facial hair, as large frames hide your features.

If you have a small head, go with small frames. Frames shouldn’t be wider than your face.

If you have a large head, choose large frames with which you feel comfortable.

If you have close-set eyes, avoid large frames. Your eyes should be positioned in the middle of the lens.

The top bar of your frames should align with your eyebrows.