A triangle (or pear) face is widest at the jaw and narrower at the forehead. Frames that add width and detail across the top help balance the lower face.
How to tell if you have a triangle face
- Pull your hair back and stand facing a mirror in good light.
- Trace the outline of your face on the mirror with a washable marker, or take a straight-on photo.
- Compare the width of your forehead, cheekbones and jaw, and the overall length of your face.
Frame shapes to try
Cat-eye frames
Upswept corners widen the top of the face.
Browline frames
Bold upper rims add balance.
Aviator frames
A wide top bar adds width at the brow.
Approach with care
Frames with heavy lower rims or narrow tops add weight where the face is already widest.
Face shape is a starting point, not a rule. Fit, colour and personal style matter just as much — if you love a frame, try it with our Virtual Try-On.
Fit still comes first
Whatever the shape, the frame should be roughly as wide as your face, your eyes should sit near the centre of each lens, and the temples should rest on your ears without pinching. See our frame measurement guide for numbers to compare.
Not sure where to start? Our Fit & Style Quiz suggests frames based on your answers.
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