How to pick the best sunglasses for your face shape

Use this guide to make quick work of selecting the most flattering sunnies

25 February 2018 - 00:00 By Nokubonga Thusi
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A model walks the runway at the Tory Burch Autumn/Winter 2018 fashion show during New York Fashion Week.
A model walks the runway at the Tory Burch Autumn/Winter 2018 fashion show during New York Fashion Week.
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OVAL

An oval-shaped face is the most versatile to work with so focus on choosing a frame that is proportionate and balanced on your face.

ROUND

Choose frames that are angular with a rectangular or geometric shape to make a round face appear longer and thinner.

SQUARE

If you have a strong jaw line and a broad forehead, choose sunglasses that are narrow with soft curves like cat-eye or round frames

HEART

Aviator and cat-eye frames are best suited to people with an "inverted triangle" face shape - a wide forehead and narrow chin.

STOCKISTS

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