5 Ways to Look Good in Glasses

While glasses were once purely necessary accessories for vision correction, they have steadily become popular and trending fashion accessories. This trend is so big that you can get fashion glasses that have no other function apart from styling an outfit and looking good.

When you rely on prescription glasses daily, looking good in them becomes even more important than simply being trendy. Your glasses become a part of who you are and should help you feel capable, confident and comfortable. Thankfully, there are several effective ways to look good in glasses, including matching your frames to your face shape, keeping them in good condition and wearing them confidently.

Why Looking Good in Your Glasses Is Important

Looking good in your glasses can be as important as having the right prescription. Getting prescription glasses is a long-term investment, so you want to be satisfied with every aspect of your glasses, including how you look and feel when wearing them.

• Boosts confidence: Wearing glasses that make you feel your best can be a great way to boost your confidence. You wear your glasses daily, so being happy with the style or how they frame your face can make a significant difference.
• Makes a good first impression: First impressions always count, especially if you're in a professional environment. Looking put together with glasses that suit you and make you feel confident can positively impact your interactions with others throughout the day.
• Expresses your style: Your clothes, hairstyle and accessories can all be excellent tools for expressing your personal style — and your glasses don't have to be any different. Frames come in various shapes, sizes and colors so that you can match them to your style preferences.

Top 5 Ways to Look Good in Glasses 

Knowledge is key to finding the right glasses for your look. Explore these five ways to look good in glasses and feel your best: 

1. Find the Right Frames for Your Face Shape

One of the best ways to choose glasses that fit you well is to choose frames that complement your face shape. Working with your face shape is not an exact science — most faces are a combination of different shapes and features. The idea is to match those characteristics as closely as possible to the various types of face shapes and work from there to find your favorite frames.

• Square: If your face is widest along your jaw and forehead and you can draw a straight line from your forehead to your jaw, you likely have a square face. The best glasses shape for square face​s include thinner, oval or rounded frames that sit higher on your nose. These frames complement the face by adding length and softness while highlighting beautiful angular features. 
• Diamond: If you have a diamond-shaped face, you likely have an angular and narrower jawline, defined cheekbones and a narrower forehead. Diamond is another versatile shape, with oval, cat-eye and rectangular frames all working well for this face shape.
• Triangle: Triangular-shaped faces are characterized by a wide, angular jawline and a narrow forehead. If you have a triangular face, frames with top-heavy details like cat-eyes and aviators work particularly well, as they help balance structure.
• Round: Round faces are roughly the same width from the brow through to the jaw. The jaw is typically rounded, the cheeks are fuller, and the face generally has soft, smooth curves and lines. If your face is round, you can have fun with angular and geometric frames that add bold lines that can lengthen your face. Cat-eye and rectangular are also some of the best glasses shapes for round faces.
• Oval: Oval-shaped faces typically have cheekbones that are higher and a little wider than the rest of the face, as well as slight narrowing at the forehead. With an oval face, most frames will suit you, so you can explore various shapes and sizes.
• Heart: Heart-shaped faces are defined by a wider forehead, high cheekbones and a narrower chin. Like oval-shaped faces, heart-shaped faces are quite versatile, but there are some frames that may complement your face best. Glasses for heart-shaped face​s include bottom-heavy and oval-shaped frames, as well as frames with low-set temples.

2. Keep Your Glasses Clean

One of the simplest ways to feel more confident and look good is to keep your glasses clean. A simple routine of wiping your glasses down with a microfiber cloth, using optician-recommended lens cleaner and storing your glasses properly can make a difference in how new and good they look. This maintenance also keeps your glasses functional and can extend their longevity.

3. Complement Your Personal Style

Your glasses should complement your personal style and be something you're comfortable wearing. For example, if you have a classic style and feel comfortable wearing timeless pieces, you can confidently wear that style of glasses. If you prefer bright, trendy or modern pieces, your frames might reflect that contemporary feel.

The size, shape and color of your frames all play a part in your style preferences, so take your time choosing a frame that matches your aesthetic in each aspect.

4. Consider the Size of Your Frames

The face of your shape can impact which size frames suit you better, but there are other considerations that play into this choice. Finding the right size glasses depends on several measurements, including lens width, lens height, bridge width and temple length. While experimenting with different-sized frames for style reasons is possible, it's best to prioritize a functional fit first.

5. Be Confident

How you carry yourself when wearing your glasses can transform how they look on you simply because you wear them with complete confidence. Take the time to find a pair of glasses you truly love and fit your face perfectly. When you're happy with your frames, it's easier to feel like your best self when you wear them.

Shop for Quality Frames for All Styles From Lensabl

If you wear glasses, it's key to have a pair that protects your vision, reflects your style and offers convenience, confidence and comfort. 

At Lensabl, we offer a variety of quality frames in different shapes, sizes, styles and colors to meet your vision requirements and style preferences. We also make good vision affordable and have a convenient and valuable vision benefits plan that offers great savings.

If you want to find stylish, high-quality glasses and save on your vision care, browse our frames and lenses today! You can shop our selection of frames by brand, frame size and material to explore what glasses are in style and which you like best.