Triangle Face Shape
Give definition to the upper third of your face
Triangle Face Shape
What is a triangle face shape?
A triangle face shape is characterized by a narrow forehead, wide jawline and a flat chin. The cheekbones often create the impression of an upwards taper towards the forehead.
What is a triangle face shape?
A triangle face shape is characterized by a narrow forehead, wide jawline and a flat chin.
The cheekbones often create the impression of an upwards taper towards the forehead.
What shape and style of glasses is best for triangle faces?
Look for styles that add width to your forehead. Complement narrow upper cheekbones with larger rectangular or square frames. You also can’t go wrong with cat-eye or pilot shapes.
What shape and style of glasses is best for triangle faces?
Look for styles that add width to your forehead. Complement narrow upper cheekbones with larger rectangular or square frames.
You also can’t go wrong with cat-eye or pilot frames.
Best frame features for triangle face shapes
Best frame features for triangle face shapes
Recommended frames for triangle-shaped faces
Recommended frames for triangle-shaped faces
Our optical experts
Maria Horan FBDO
Dispensing optician
Maria holds a BSc Honours in Ophthalmic Dispensing and has over 17 years of optical experience.
Sharlene McKeeman FBDO
Dispensing optician
Sharlene is a qualified dispensing optician and member of the Association of British Dispensing Opticians.
Neggie Saadatpay-Wright
Dispensing Optician
Neggie Saadatpay-Wright is an ABO-certified optician with over 17 years of experience in the optical industry.
Dheeran Makadia
Optometrist
Dheeran is a qualified optometrist, a member of Optometry Australia, and registered with AHPRA.
FAQs
When purchasing prescription eyeglasses from online glasses retailers, you will usually need three things:
- Your up-to-date eye prescription
- Your pupillary distance
- Your vision insurance information (if you have coverage)
Next, follow these steps:
- Choose your frame width: Measure the width of your current glasses or use the SmartBuyGlasses virtual try-on tool to find frames that match your desired width.
- Find frames that suit your face shape: Use the SmartBuyGlasses filtering options to search for frames specifically recommended for your face shape, ensuring a flattering fit.
- Find a frame that suits your style: Browse through the extensive collection of frames on SmartBuyGlasses to discover a frame that aligns with your personal taste.
- Choose your lenses and coatings: Customize your glasses by selecting the lens type (single vision, progressive, etc.), lens material, and additional coatings (anti-reflective, UV protection, etc.) to meet your vision and lifestyle needs.
- Place your order: Add the selected frame and lens options to your cart, provide your prescription details if required, and complete the ordering process by providing your shipping and payment information on the SmartBuyGlasses website.
The rarest face shape is the diamond shape, characterized by a narrow forehead and chin, with wide cheekbones.
- Determine your face shape: Identify if your face is oval, round, square, heart-shaped, or oblong.
- Balance proportions: Choose frames that balance your features, like round or oval frames for square faces.
- Pay attention to size: Opt for frames in proportion to your face, avoiding those that are too wide or narrow.
- Try different styles: Experiment with various frame shapes like aviators, cat-eye, rectangular, or round to find the best fit.
- Utilize virtual try-on tools: SmartBuyGlasses' Virtual Try-On feature helps you see how different frames look on your face
- Retro and vintage styles: Popular vintage-inspired frames include round and oversized square shapes.
- Thin metal frames: Sleek and lightweight metal frames, like titanium or stainless steel, are in vogue.
- Geometric shapes: Frames with unconventional shapes like hexagons or octagons are gaining popularity.
- Sustainable materials: Eco-friendly frames made from recycled or sustainable sources are a growing trend.