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Experience an exclusive journey that lets you elevate both your image and your vision at the same time. Discover expert techniques for selecting eyewear frames and clothing that complement each individual style, presented by specialists from DAPPER and Better Vision.
“Let your clothing and eyewear express your unique identity.”
How to Choose Eyewear Frames and Lens Tints to Complement Your Face Shape and Personal Style
Choosing the perfect pair of glasses is not only about appearance. It is about creating facial balance—selecting frames that enhance your facial structure, along with lens tints that deliver both function and self-expression.
1. Match Your Eyewear Shape to Your Face Shape
Facial Shape Guide
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Face Shape |
Recommended Frames |
Frames to Avoid |
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Round Face
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Rectangular, Geometric, or Wayfarer frames • Horizontal lines and angular details help add structure and definition to the face. |
Small round frames • These can further emphasise the natural roundness of the face. |
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Square Face
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Pantos/Round, Aviator, or Cat-eye frames • Soft, curved lines help soften a defined jawline and create a more balanced appearance. |
Sharp angular frames or thick square frames • These can make the facial structure appear overly strong.
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Oval / Hexagonal Face
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Most frame shapes work well—including square, round, and cat-eye styles. • Choose a frame width that is proportionate to the face and does not extend too far beyond the temples. |
Frames that are overly oversized or too small • These can obscure or disrupt the face’s natural proportions.
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Heart / Triangle Face
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Browline frames, slim metal frames, or light-coloured frames • A frame width that is close to the width of the forehead helps create a more balanced focal point. |
Frames with an overly heavy or thick upper section • These can make the upper part of the face appear heavier. |
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Diamond / Teardrop Face
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Oval frames, Browline frames, or rimless frames • These help balance and highlight the eye area and cheekbones.
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Narrow frames or thick, dark full-rim frames |
2. Frame Materials and Colours That Enhance Your Individual Image
Classic Black Frames: Add definition and create a polished, professional look. They pair effortlessly with any outfit and work well across all skin tones.
Black Gold & Slate Grey Frames: Blend understated luxury with a modern character. These colours help brighten the face, create a more youthful appearance, and add sophistication without looking overly formal.
Tortoiseshell Frames: Add a naturally refined detail to your look. They complement a wide range of dressing styles and remain timeless.
Slim Metal / Rimless Frames: Lightweight and visually unobtrusive, these frames offer a comfortable, contemporary feel while allowing your natural facial structure to remain visible.
3. Choose Lens Tints That Reflect Both Style and Function
Lens tints complete your total look while helping protect your eyes in different lighting conditions.
Grey Lenses: A classic, versatile tint that effectively reduces glare without altering the natural appearance of colours. Ideal for driving, travelling, and polished everyday looks.
Brown Lenses: Enhance contrast and visual clarity while creating a warm, softer feel. Suitable for outdoor activities and Smart Casual styling.
Green Lenses: Help filter light and reduce reflections for a relaxed, comfortable viewing experience. Ideal for those who spend extended periods outdoors, such as during sports or nature trips.
Sapphire Blue Lenses: A distinctive tint for a modern, contemporary, and individual look. They help reduce eye fatigue while adding a sharp, confident edge to every style.
How to Choose Clothing and Colours to Complement Your Face Shape and Personal Style
The principle for dressing is the same as it is for choosing eyewear: creating facial balance. The elements closest to your face—particularly shirt collar shapes and fabric colours—play an important role in enhancing your image.
One principle that applies to both eyewear and clothing:
“Dark colours and sharp lines make an area appear more defined and visually narrower.”
“Light colours and curved lines make an area appear softer and more open.”
1. Match Your Shirt Collar Shape to Your Face Shape
Collar Shape Guide
| Face Shape | Recommended Collar | Collars to Avoid |
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| Round Face |
Point collar, high collar, or Mandarin collar • Narrow collar angles create a vertical V-line that helps elongate the face. |
Very wide cutaway collars • Their horizontal lines can further emphasise the width of the cheeks. |
| Square Face |
Spread collar or Club collar • Curved lines and wider angles help soften a defined jawline. |
Short, stiff point collars • Their sharp angles can repeat the jawline’s structure and make the face appear harsher. |
| Oval / Hexagonal Face |
Most collar styles work well—including point, spread, rounded, and button-down collars. • Choose according to shoulder width and the occasion. |
Collars that are disproportionately large or small for the shoulder width • These can disrupt naturally balanced proportions.
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| Heart / Triangle Face |
Button-down or spread collars • They add visual weight and width around the chin area, balancing a wider forehead. |
Small, narrow collars or long point collars • These draw attention downward and can make the chin appear more pointed. |
| Diamond / Teardrop Face |
Club collar or button-down collar • Soft curved lines help balance prominent cheekbones. |
High, stiff collars or very wide spread collars • These can further emphasise cheekbone width. |
Tip: Collar height should be proportionate to neck length. A longer neck works well with a slightly higher collar for balance, while a shorter neck benefits from a lower collar that opens the area beneath the chin and avoids a constricted appearance.
2. Choose Dark or Light Clothing Colours to Complement Your Face Shape
Colours worn close to the face function much like eyewear frames: they can immediately alter the perceived size and dimension of the face. Dark colours visually recede, while light colours appear more expansive.
| Face Shape | Recommended Clothing Colours | Why |
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| Round Face |
Dark colours Navy, charcoal grey, dark green, dark brown |
Dark colours visually recede, helping the face appear more streamlined. Avoid wearing very light, bright colours close to the face. |
| Square Face |
Light to mid-tone colours Light grey, blue, cream, beige |
These help soften a defined jawline. Avoid solid black close to the face, as strong contrast can further emphasise angular features. |
| Oval / Hexagonal Face |
Both dark and light colours Choose according to skin tone and occasion |
The face is already well proportioned, so there are few restrictions on colour depth. |
| Heart / Triangle Face |
Light to mid-tone colours Especially around the face |
These add visual weight around the chin area. Very dark colours close to the face can make the chin appear sharper and the forehead more prominent. |
| Heart / Triangle Face |
Mid-tone colours with soft contrast Choose tones that blend harmoniously with the skin |
Excessively high contrast can draw too much attention to the cheekbones. |
Apply the Same Principle When Pairing Clothing with Eyewear
| Desired Effect | Clothing | Eyewear Frames |
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| Defined, sharp, and visually streamlined | Dark colours | Classic black frames or thicker frames |
| Soft, light, and visually open | Light colours | Rimless frames, slim metal frames, or tortoiseshell frames |