Sunglasses for Oval, Long or Heart-Shaped Faces: The Guide
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Not all face shapes are the same, and three of them deserve their own advice: oval faces, long faces and heart-shaped faces. Here, for each one, is the strategy that brings out the best in your features — and the classic mistakes to avoid.
This guide complements our main article on choosing sunglasses according to your face shape. If you have a round or square face, we have dedicated guides for them; here, we focus on the other three major face shapes.
Oval face: the most versatile
An oval face is slightly longer than it is wide, with a forehead a little wider than the chin and soft, balanced lines. It is considered the most harmonious face shape — and the good news is that it suits almost every style of frame.
The strategy: preserve the balance
Your only real goal is to avoid breaking that natural balance:
- Choose frames as wide as the widest part of your face.
- Dare to wear the shapes you love: round, square, cat-eye, aviator… they all suit you.
- Only avoid frames that are too large or too small.
Use this freedom to play with colour — a world explored in our guide to coloured lenses.
Long face (or rectangular): shorten and widen
A long face is noticeably longer than it is wide, often with a high forehead. The aim is to create the illusion of a face that looks a little shorter and wider.
The shapes that flatter you
- Tall frames: they “break up” the length of the face.
- Wide, geometric frames: they add width.
- Details on the temples: they visually broaden the face.
- Oversized frames, when well proportioned: very flattering.
What to avoid
- Thin, narrow frames, which make the face look even longer.
- Small round frames, which can look lost.
Heart-shaped face: lighten the top, balance the lower face
A heart-shaped face has a broad forehead and high cheekbones that taper towards a narrow chin. The key is to visually reduce the width of the forehead and draw attention downwards.
The shapes that flatter you
- Frames that are wider at the bottom than at the top: they rebalance the face.
- Soft, rounded shapes: they soften a pronounced forehead.
- Fine, lightweight frames: they do not add heaviness to the upper face.
- A subtle cat-eye: it balances the cheekbones beautifully.
What to avoid
- Frames that are heavy or very wide at the top.
- Overly bold details on the upper part of the frame.
The rule all three face shapes share
Whatever your face shape, two checks always matter: the top of the frame should follow the brow line, and the pair should be symmetrical when placed flat. Then you can refine your choice with colour and material — see our frame guide.
To put it into practice, the balanced lines of the Signature collection and the Vintage collection work beautifully for these three face shapes. You can also browse the complete Sunrise Ibiza collection.
Frequently asked questions
What shape of sunglasses suits an oval face?
Almost all of them! Because an oval face is balanced, simply choose frames that match the width of your face and avoid extreme sizes. It is the most versatile face shape.
What sunglasses suit a long face?
Tall, wide and fairly generous frames, possibly with details on the temples. They visually shorten and widen the face. Avoid thin, narrow styles.
What sunglasses suit a heart-shaped face?
Frames that are wider at the bottom, rounded and lightweight, to soften the forehead and balance a narrow chin. A subtle cat-eye also works beautifully.
Can an oval face really wear anything?
Almost. It is the most versatile face shape. The only trap is size: frames that are too large or too small can disrupt its natural balance.
In summary
Oval: preserve the balance and dare to try everything. Long: shorten with tall, wide frames. Heart-shaped: lighten the top and balance the lower face. Explore the Sunrise Ibiza collection, or return to the face shape guide for round and square faces.
