If you have a square face, your jawline, cheekbones and forehead are about the same width, with strong, angular lines. The best glasses for square faces soften your facial angles and add balance, with soft curves that complement your face's angles. Choosing the best frames for your face shape can boost your comfort, confidence, and personal style.
How to Tell if Your Face Shape Is Square
Unlike oval faces with softer curves, square faces are more geometric. These are the key features of square faces:
- Overall impression: Your face looks nearly as wide as it is long.
- Equal widths: Your forehead, cheekbones and jawline are about the same width.
- Strong jaw: You have a broad, horizontal jawline with sharp or angled corners, usually with a squared or flat chin.
- Flat cheekbones: Your cheekbones sit in line with your jaw, rather than high and tapered.
- Broad forehead: Your hairline is wide side-to-side.
- Minimal curve: The sides of your face are fairly straight rather than rounded or tapered.
If you are still unsure, follow the measuring steps below:
- Measure your face length, which is from the top of the hairline to the lowest point of the chin.
- Check your forehead width by measuring the distance across the center of your forehead from hairline to hairline.
- Measure your cheekbone width from the widest points across the top of the cheeks.
- Finally, check your jawline width by measuring from just below one ear to the center of your chin and multiplying by two.
If your forehead, cheekbones and jaw measurements are close to each other and your face length is roughly similar, you have a classic square face. However, many people are a mix of face shapes. If you do not tick every box above, that's totally normal. You can try a few frame styles that soften or balance your strongest features while making you feel stylish and comfortable.
What Types of Glasses Are Best for a Square Face?
The best shape of glasses for a square face softens the strong jaw and balances its width. Aim for curved, contrasting shapes, such as:
- Round and oval: The classic opposite of a square face, round and oval frames reduce perceived angularity and create balance.
- Cat-eye: Upswept browline and rounded bottoms lift the face and accentuate cheekbones in a flattering way.
- Soft aviator: The teardrop curve contrasts the jawline while giving a modern, balanced look.
- Browline: Browline frames emphasize the upper face in a flattering, fashion-forward way without adding harsh angles.
Frames with rounded edges or an upswept brow visually soften a square face and can add vertical lift so the face appears more balanced. Frames that mimic a square face's angles, such as square or rectangular specs, will reinforce "boxiness." However, if you like breaking the rules, these frames can accentuate your face's angularity and make a bold statement!
How to Find the Right Size Glasses
Finding the right size specs is all about balancing comfort, style and proportion. Here are factors to consider for the perfect fit:
- Width: To maintain balance, choose frames that are about the same width as, or slightly wider than, your cheekbones. Lenses that are too narrow or short can emphasize your face's width.
- Lens height: Medium-to-tall lenses can add length and counteract squareness. Avoid extremely shallow lenses that visually shorten the face.
- Depth: Favor frames with more horizontal presence than vertical depth.
- Rim thickness: Sleeker, thinner rims usually flatter square faces. Bold colors in rounded frame shapes can also make a statement.
- Bridge and fit: Ensure the bridge sits comfortably. Higher bridge placement or adjustable nose pads are helpful, especially for lower nose bridges.
If your face is on the smaller side, you may find that some specs come down too low on your face. Look for smaller width oval and cat-eye frames, which can add a touch of elegance without overwhelming your features. In contrast, oversized frames work well on larger faces, as they can balance facial features and make a bold statement.
Low Nose Bridge Considerations
Low bridge fit glasses, also known as Asian fit specs, are designed for individuals with a lower nose bridge. This means the bridge of the nose is closer to the pupils and the lower portion of the eyes. Many specs are designed for high nose bridges, which can lead to discomfort for those with low bridges, such as frames sliding down, rubbing against cheekbones or pinching the sides of the head.
Low bridge fit frames are a good option if:
- Your nose bridge aligns with or is below your pupils.
- You have a wider face and high cheekbones.
- Your glasses move when you smile.
Some of the benefits of low bridge fit glasses include longer nose pads, reduced frame curvature and a narrowed nose bridge. This design minimizes movement and allows the glasses to sit properly on the nose.
Personalize Your Look
Style is personal, so don't be afraid to try different looks until you find what makes you feel confident and comfortable. Here are a few tips for finding a unique eyewear style that complements your square face shape:
- Explore different styles: Vintage-inspired or oversized shapes add a touch of nostalgia and can soften the angular features of a square face. On the other hand, lightweight frames are trendy and offer a minimalist look that does not overpower facial features.
- Consider eye color: Select frame colors that enhance your eye color. Darker frames can add definition, while lighter or translucent frames offer a softer look.
- Play with frame colors: Darker or contrasting frame colors add definition and focus to the strong lines of a square face. They are great for creating a bold, confident look. If you prefer a softer or more playful look, opt for lighter colors or translucent frames. They allow your natural features to shine.
You can use a virtual tool to analyze your face shape and help you find the best-fitting frames based on your unique features.
Order the Best Glasses for Square Face Shapes From Covry
Covry's Elevated Fit® eyewear is specially designed to fit a wide range of face shapes, including square faces. Specs that soften strong jawlines and add balance complement square faces, and Elevated Fit® frames come in styles like round, oval and cat-eye.
With longer nose pads, reduced frame curvature and a narrowed nose bridge, Elevated Fit® frames ensure glasses sit comfortably and securely for those with low nose bridges. Shop our collection of low bridge fit glasses at Covry. You can also send a selfie to hello@shopcovry.com for personalized recommendations from one of our experienced stylists.
