How To Pick New Sunglasses For Your Face Shape

While never truly out of fashion, square shades are having a serious style resurgence this season. Square frame sunglasses are strong, bold and statement-making – a real powerhouse accessory. Square and rectangle frame sunglasses are a great addition to everyone’s collection, but work particularly well on those of us with rounder faces (your natural shape will balance out the sharp lines of the frames). For an on-trend take on the classic square shape, look to brands like szade who offer a range of square sunglasses in timeless black and tortoiseshell alongside bright colours and gradients. Best of all? szade’s sunglasses are made using recycled plastic, so you can do good while looking good.

Affectionately dubbed ‘speed dealers’ by some, wrap sunglasses are an instantly recognisable shape that channel throwback appeal. As with most ‘ugly’ trends, wraparound sunglasses were designed for function first – their lens curves around the sides of the eye to cover the temple, helping to block out light and debris from the periphery. Their practical design means that wrap and shield sunglasses are favoured by athletes, outdoor enthusiasts and – now – anyone looking to inject a little retrofuturism into their outfit. While these shades are always going to stand out, the proportions of long or oval face shapes will play well here.

Sick of geometry class? This one’s for every face shape. Sunglasses with coloured lenses are maximum street-style bait, and come in every shape imaginable this season. Channel a 70s vibe with brown or honey lenses rimmed in gold or tortoiseshell – brands like Soda Shades offer an edit of coloured lens sunglasses that feel both timeless and fresh. Want to take it up a notch? Poppy Lissiman sunglasses are renowned for their bold colour combos and contemporary shapes – shop cult faves like the JimBob, Stevie or Monty and let your shades become the focal point of your ‘fit.