Face Shape Guide

Best Sunglasses for
Triangle Face Shape

Triangle faces (sometimes called pear-shaped) are narrower at the forehead and wider at the jaw. The goal is to draw attention upward and add visual width to the top of the face.

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What is a triangle face shape?

A triangle face is typically characterized by: narrow forehead, wide jaw and chin, face widens from top to bottom. Kelly Osbourne and Minnie Driver have triangle faces.

Best sunglasses frames for triangle faces

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The dramatic upswept top adds width at the temples and forehead — ideal.

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A bold brow bar draws the eye up and adds structure to the forehead.

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The wider top of the teardrop adds presence to the upper face.

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A thicker top frame adds visual weight where you need it most.

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Decorative details along the top of the frame draw the eye upward.

What to avoid

Frames that are wider at the bottom than the top — these emphasize the jaw. Rimless and bottom-heavy styles make the imbalance worse.

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