Your eyeglasses can be an understated accessory or the biggest fashion statement you wear. Having a different pair of frames to go with every outfit or mood would be ideal, but most people only have one or two pairs of prescription glasses. Here are three tips to select the right frames that work with a variety of occasions and outfits.

3 Tips to Select the Right Eyeglasses

1. Color

Black and silver are no longer the only options for your frames. Nearly every color of the rainbow is available, as are different textures and finishes such as tortoise shell and matte. Not every color suits every lifestyle, though. If you work in a professional office environment, eyeglasses in neutrals like black, silver, gray, navy or a dark burgundy will fit the office environment and match many work ensembles. Shiny finishes draw more attention to the frames than matte, and choosing colors that highlight your hair or eyes is always a safe bet.

2. Shape

It seems like every face shape has its own rules to follow for selecting the right frame. Keep things simple by looking in the mirror and determining if your face is more angular or rounded. You want eyeglasses that will balance your features and provide a sense of harmony with your face. Boxy or angular frames look great on a round face, while faces with more angular features benefit from frames with more curves.

3. Style

To strike a sense of balance with the rest of your ensemble, consider the accessories you wear on a daily basis. If you prefer understated accessories, more dramatic frames can round out your overall look. But if you wear statement jewelry or bold scarves most of the time, simpler frames can keep your look balanced. If you’re one to keep up with fashion trends, many retro frames have come back in style. Consider a statement like a cat-eye or intricate metal work to complete your look.

Along with all of their eye care services, The Whitefish Eye Center maintains a large selection of designer eyeglasses frames. If you don’t see the frame you want, they are happy to order it for you. Call (406) 862-2020 to schedule an appointment at their Flathead County, MT, vision center. Visit their website for more information.