Did you know that the same pair of glasses can function both as sunglasses and glasses? Yes, you heard that right. Gone are those days when you had to carry two different pairs of eyewear. Well, not anymore! Now you can actually take any pair of prescription sunglasses and convert them into prescription sunglasses, which come with tinted lenses, making them function like sunglasses while you are out and about.
Sunglasses are important not just to save you from harmful sun rays but also help in preventing many serious eye conditions like cataracts. Studies suggest that 30% of people over 65 years of age suffer from cataracts in the UK. Hence, it is important to stay safe early on, avoid symptoms, and keep your eyes at their best. Here, we will help and guide you to find the best prescription sunglasses suitable for your face shape and individual style.
Choosing the right pair of prescription sunglasses involves complete protection of your eyes from the harmful UVA and UVB rays of the sun while maintaining clear vision and complementing your facial features and personal style. The perfect frame should highlight your best features, provide structure to your face, and reflect your unique personality.
Identifying your face shape
Find the right pair of prescription sunglasses that fit your unique face shape and personality below:
For heart-shaped faces
People with heart-shaped faces have broad foreheads, cheekbones, and a narrow, pointed chin. Go for cat eye frames, wayfarer frames or classic rectangle and square frames that accentuate your best facial features. A darker hue of these frames generally works well in pulling out a bold look.
For oval-shaped faces
People with oval-shaped faces seem slightly rounded, with soft curves and a similar ratio on the top and bottom. Almost any frame shape works well because it’s such a versatile face shape. However, we recommend aviator frames to add depth and enhance your facial features. Mostly, metallic or thin plastic/acetate frames work well to help you stand out.
For round-shaped faces
People with round-shaped faces have a wide forehead and full cheeks and chin. The best suitable frame shapes would be from square, rectangle or wayfarers. Bold, chunky frames help add dimension to your unique face shape.
For square-shaped faces
People with square-shaped faces have a wide forehead with cheeks and chin of similar dimensions. The best suitable frame shapes would be round or oval frames that make your “Look of the day” gram-worthy.
Styling tips for individual preferences
Let us look a little beyond face shape. Your unique style is integral to choosing the right pair of prescription sunglasses. We have put together a quick style guide to simplify things while you are shopping for your new pair:
- Colours: Select frame colours that complement your skin tone and wardrobe. Neutral colours like black, brown, or tortoiseshell are versatile and timeless, while bold colours can make a fashion statement.
- Materials: The frames of prescription sunglasses come in various materials. Always look for high-quality materials, including metal, plastic and acetate. Metal frames offer a sleek, minimalist look, while plastic and acetate frames appear chunkier with more prominent colour options.
- Patterns: Designs like tortoiseshell or transition frames can add a unique touch to your prescription sunglasses, reflecting your personality.
Celebrities of different facial shapes
You might have a similar face shape like your favourite celebrity. We have compiled a list of popular celebrities with unique face shapes and the trending shades they have often been spotted wearing.
Billie Eilish
One of the youngest pop celebrities to win Grammy’s, Billie Eilish is known for her popular songs “What Was I Made For” and “You Should See Me in a Crown”. She has a beautiful heart-shaped face, often spotted in classic rectangular frames.
Beyonce
Felicitated as the best album of the year in Grammys 2025, Beyonce is the Goddess of country music. With popular songs like “Texas Hold’em” and “If I Were A Boy”, she is also known to have a very versatile oval-shaped face that suits almost every frame.
Ed-Sheeran
One of the world’s best-selling music artists, Ed Sheeran has a round-face shape and is well known for his songs, “Shape of You”, “Perfect” which is still trending among masses. He has often been spotted in angular frames that accentuate his look.
Henry Cavill
A heartthrob gentleman with a defined jawline, a very put-together outfit, a broad forehead and a square face shape, Henry Cavill is what headlines are made for. He has been papped often in classic-style frames in geometrical angles.
With this guide, we hope you purchase the best pair and take care of your vision and style. Feel Good Contacts is one of the most trusted eye care retailers in the UK. It offers a wide range of prescription sunglasses and other eye care essentials at affordable prices and with superfast delivery options. You can also get a huge range of popular contact lenses and prescription glasses from popular brands at affordable prices. Use their virtual try-on tool to try your favorite frames first and then make a purchase.