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Sunglasses: Pick the right shape

June 19, 2008 at 2:33PM
This May 14, 2008 file photo shows actress Julianne Moore as she poses during a photo call for the film "Blindness" at the 61st International film festival in Cannes, southern France. All those celebrities in oversized sunglasses might be doing more than shielding themselves from the paparazzi: Large lenses, especially those that fit the contours of the face, provide better protection from the sun's rays.
This May 14, 2008 file photo shows actress Julianne Moore as she poses during a photo call for the film "Blindness" in Cannes, southern France. All those celebrities in oversized sunglasses might be doing more than shielding themselves from the paparazzi: Large lenses, especially those that fit the contours of the face, provide better protection from the sun's rays. (Associated Press/The Minnesota Star Tribune)

PICK THE RIGHT SHAPE

The shapes of eyeglasses and sunglasses should contrast with your face shape, creating a balance of angles and curves, says designer Robert Marc. If your face is:

Oval: Almost any frame shape, if in proportion, should work.

Long, thin: Go for a slightly wider frame.

Round: Angular frames add structure and have a slimming effect.

Square: Soft, horizontal frames offset an angled jaw line.

Heart-shaped: Bow-tie or almond-shaped frames balance the look.

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