Sunglasses round, rectangular, oval and others have long become not only a means of protecting our eyes from the bright rays of the sun, but also an integral part of the image. A simple accessory can dramatically change the look. They can emphasize the merits and smooth out the imperfections of the face. They are not only worn on a hot summer day. Round sunglasses (photo in the text) perfectly complement the stage images of popular pop artists.
Glasses
Sunglasses of any shape and size are primarily used for reliable protection of human organs of vision. When choosing, it is worth paying attention not only to how they “sit on the face”, but also to the quality of the product. For branded models of well-known manufacturers, all glasses are marked accordingly. The UV400 icon indicates that the lenses have a very high degree of protection against ultraviolet rays (minimum UV380 value).
Digital marking on the package will tell you what level of protection from the bright sun they can provide:
- 0 - lenses transmit up to 80% of sunlight;
- 1 - from 40% to 80%;
- 2 - from 18% to 43%, the best indicator for a normal sunny day;
- 3 - from 8% to 18%;
- 4 - from 3% to 8%, a great choice for an active beach holiday and bright snow.
Another criterion is the color of the lenses:
- dark brown lenses are best suited to protect against purple and blue rays;
- yellow enhances contrast; they are popular among motorists;
- purple and pink lenses are pretty, but completely impractical, with zero protection;
- SLRs protect eyes well, but require a careful attitude, any scratch can cause poor visibility;
- gray and green will protect from the sun, they do not distort colors.
Varieties
Sunglasses can be very different. Fashion designers come up with incredible lens shapes and enjoy experimenting with the color and look of frames. But over many decades, there are, if I may say so, classical forms:
- The cat's eye. They are distinguished by a wide horn rim. The upper corners are pointed in shape. Such models are very popular with women. As a species, there is a "dragonfly", with large lenses, square or round.
- The Browliner. First appeared in the United States in the mid-twentieth century. Feature - a thickening in the upper part of the frame. Perfectly suited to business suits and absolutely do not look with sports or jeans clothes.
- Tisheids. These include round sunglasses. Thin wire frame and small round lenses serve as a fashion accessory rather than a full protection from the sun.
- "Aviators". One of the most popular models. And this is not surprising: they are suitable for all types of faces. They got their name due to the fact that the model was originally developed for pilots. As a rule, a metal frame frames large, specially elongated lenses. Perfectly protect eyes from sunlight, regardless of the angle of their incidence.
- Sports glasses. The end of the last century was marked by the release of the Matrix trilogy. The film played an important role in popularizing the streamlined sports model. Such were the heroes of the movie. They can be a single lens, curved in a semicircle, in a thin plastic frame. Convenient for sports.
- The Vaivarers. Trapezoidal shape of the lens, expanding up. The frame is horny or plastic.
Face type
The shape and size that fit will directly depend on the type of person, whether female or male. There are several types of faces. Moreover, the oval is considered to be the ideal form. Is there some more:
- a circle;
- triangle (heart);
- inverted triangle;
- elongated;
- square;
- rectangle;
- rhombus.
Conventionally, the shape of the face is divided into two main groups: rounded - soft, and angular - sharp. The shape of the frame is important. She suggests:
- Contrast (with the shape of the face): will distract attention from its shortcomings.
- Proportionality: too wide a frame ugly protrudes beyond the contours of the face, small - violates its proportions.
The main task of the frame is to complement the face and hide its imperfections.
Face Type - Frame Shape
The appropriate accessories are selected depending on the type of face:
- Oval. Ideal option, any types of frames are suitable for him.
- Elongated. In this case, it can be adjusted with a frame that is slightly wider than the face, large and voluminous. The earhooks should be low anchored.
- Square. Rimless frames or with soft rounded shapes will look good. Round sunglasses are a great choice for this type of sunglasses.
- Triangular. A symmetrical rounded or oval-shaped frame is perfect: a butterfly, an aviator of any color.
- Round. Round face sunglasses should be rectangular. Any frame color will do. The corners perfectly smooth out the excessive roundness of the face.
Round to round
As they are just not called: "grandmother’s glasses", "nerds", "glasses for the blind." Nevertheless, round sunglasses are constantly found in our lives. The fashion for them quietly disappears, then flashes with renewed vigor. This detail was often used in cinema. These glasses were worn by the cat Basilio, Pan Panikovsky, Harry Potter, Poirot. In life, the most famous holder of round glasses is John Lennon. In the 60s of the last century, they were a symbol of hippies.
Women's round sunglasses can be a great addition to the overall style. Small or large, with colored glass, with an original or classic frame. The choice is very large, for every taste and budget.
Sunglasses for a round face (photo - diagram in the text) of the same shape is not the best choice. Most suitable products with a rectangular frame. It is important that it be made of colored plastic or horny, without decorative elements. A thin metal frame will look bad on a round face. Wide-shaped glasses will mask its fullness. In addition to round, square glasses are absolutely not suitable for chubby beauties .
The color of the lenses is not important. They can be light or dark, any shade. When selecting an accessory for a round face, the frame shape plays a decisive role: angular contours and wide low lenses are the most suitable option.
The choice
When buying a product, including round sunglasses, you should pay attention to the following points:
- degree of eye protection;
- impact strength of lenses;
- lens color;
- quality of optics;
- frame comfort (their weight and wearing comfort);
- style (you can always choose an accessory that meets the requirements of modern fashion);
- adequate cost.
Some observations
When purchasing points, pay attention to the following nuances:
- nose rims can visually balance facial features with a small nose bridge;
- well and correctly selected sunglasses do not cover the female eyebrows (either flush with the eyebrow line, or lower);
- “Aviators” are preferably worn with appropriate clothing - sports or military;
- round men's sunglasses will look funny on short people;
- round glasses look good with hairstyles such as bob, loose hair, luxurious curls.