Sunglasses Size Calculator
Find your perfect sunglasses size and discover your face shape for optimal frame selection
Face Measurements & Preferences
Widest part of forehead from hairline to hairline
Distance between outer corners of eyes
From corner of jaw to tip of chin (one side only)
From hairline to bottom of chin
How to Measure Your Face
Preparation:
- • Tie back long hair so it doesn't obscure your face
- • Use a flexible measuring tape (like for sewing)
- • Stand in front of a mirror in well-lit space
- • Have something to write down measurements
1. Forehead Width
Find the widest part of your forehead and measure from hairline to hairline. Usually located midway between eyebrows and hairline.
2. Cheeks Width
Measure the distance between the outer corners of your eyes. This represents the widest part of your cheekbones.
3. Jawline Length
Place tape under your ear at the corner of your jaw, bring to tip of chin. Bend tape to follow jaw curve. Measure one side only.
4. Face Length
Hold tape at central point of hairline and measure straight down to the bottom of your chin.
Face Shapes Overview
Oval
Balanced proportions, gentle curves
Round
Width equals length, soft features
Square
Strong angular features, equal proportions
Heart
Wide forehead, narrow chin
Diamond
Wide cheekbones, narrow forehead and jaw
Oblong
Longer than wide, straight cheek lines
Triangle
Wide jaw, narrow forehead
UV Protection Tips
Look for 100% UV-A and UV-B protection
Bigger frames provide better coverage
Lens color doesn't affect UV protection
Polarization reduces glare, not UV
Extra protection needed for snow/water
Understanding Face Shapes and Sunglasses Selection
Why Face Shape Matters
The right sunglasses can enhance your natural features and create visual balance. Different frame shapes complement different face shapes by either softening angular features or adding definition to rounded features.
UV Protection Basics
- •UV rays can cause corneal sunburn (photokeratitis)
- •Long-term exposure accelerates cataract development
- •Can lead to "surfer's eye" (pterygium)
- •Increases skin cancer risk around eyes
Sunglasses Size Guide
Shopping Tips
- •Check for UV400 or 100% UV protection label
- •Choose the largest frame that fits your face
- •Try on multiple styles within recommended shapes
- •Consider wrap-around styles for extra protection