Face Shape Guide

Best Sunglasses for
Oblong Face Shape

Oblong (or long) faces are significantly longer than they are wide, with a straight cheek line and a gentle, elongated shape. The goal is to add width and visual interest to shorten the appearance of the face.

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What is a oblong face shape?

A oblong face is typically characterized by: face is noticeably longer than wide, straight sides, minimal taper, high forehead, long nose. Adam Driver, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Liv Tyler have oblong faces.

Best sunglasses frames for oblong faces

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Large frames add width and make the face appear shorter — excellent choice.

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Full round lenses add visual width and contrast the length.

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The width of square frames is more important than the angles here.

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Sporty wide frames add width across the face beautifully.

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Bold side pieces draw the eye outward, adding visual width.

What to avoid

Tall, narrow frames and small lenses that emphasize the length of your face. Rimless and very small frames will make your face look even longer.

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