Cactus Phenomenon

• Round or oval eyeglasses
• Dark or bold- colored frames
• Broad forehead with a strong, horizontal jawline
• Proportional in width and length

Objective: Divert away from and add contrast to strong facial features

• Most geometric and square shapes
• Light-colored frames

Tip: Don't give your face too many angles

• Oval and rimless frames
• Glasses with strong brow lines
• Wide cheekbones and a narrow forehead
• Angular jaw lines

Objective: Balance and enhance facial features

• Very narrow frames
• Thin frames

Tip: Don't draw unnecessary attention to your narrow eye line

• Oval and round shaped glasses
• Thin, light-colored frames to balance narrow chins
• Broad forehead that extends down to a small chin
• High and angled cheekbones

Objective: Balance the width of your face

• Top-heavy styles or decorative designs
• Dark frames

Tip: Don't draw too much attention to upper face

• Square or strong frame shapes
• Rectangular frame shapes
• Full cheeks
• A wide forehead and a rounded chin

Objective: Provide contrast to face

• Too small frames and short frames
• Round glasses

Tip: Frames that are wider than they are tall give the illusion of a slimmer face

• All styles work, try square or round
• Slightly curved/pointed jawline
• Cheekbones are high and angled
• Able to wear many different styles

Objective: Give a nice contrast to facial curves

• Oversized frames and shapes

Tip: Don't choose frames too large for facial features