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Aside from protecting the eyes from bright lights and sunlight, sunglasses are also fashion accessories that many people love. However, when it comes to choosing the right pair of sunglasses, one should know how to choose the right kind of frame that will suit the shape of his face.

For round shaped faces, it is advisable to pick eyeglasses frames that are narrow pointed to make the round shaped face look younger and thinner because it helps make the face look longer. It is also good to pick a frame with a transparent bridge to broaden the eyes. For oval shaped faces, on the other hand, one may choose a frame that is walnut-like in shape. For oblong shaped faces, it is advisable to look for frames that have more depth than width to make the face look shorter and more balanced. To curtail the nose, it is also good to choose a low bridged frame. A square shaped face should opt for slender frame styles such as slender oval shaped frames in order to make the face look lengthy and to make its angles smoother.

By knowing what shape of frame best suits the shape of your face will help you find the right sunglasses that will look good on you.