Got your eye on a pair of glasses? Not so fast! Don’t buy until you’re fully informed on the subject.
Buying a pair of glasses or sunglasses is a decision you need to think about carefully. It’s a key element of your style, and becomes even more decisive when you’re bald.
The absence of hair accentuates certain facial features, such as your eyes. That’s why your choice of eyewear doesn’t follow exactly the same codes as our hairy counterparts.
In this article, we’ll take a look at the most important steps in choosing the right glasses for you. After reading this, you’ll never buy binoculars on the spur of the moment again, and you’ll have the main tips for methodically choosing this accessory that will dress up your eyes.
Let’s get started!
Determine your face shape
It’s essential to know what type of face you have. Generally speaking, you’ll choose a frame shape that differs from your face.
For example, if you have a round face, avoid round glasses. You could be mistaken for a bowling ball… Below are the different face shapes. Take the time to determine which category you belong to.
Oblong
Very long, narrow bone structure
Square
Rather short, with a broad forehead and angular jaw.
Round
Wide at the forehead, but even wider at the cheekbones.
Rectangular
Similar to the oblong shape but with an angular jaw.
Diamond
Narrow chin and forehead, prominent cheekbones.
Triangle
A narrow forehead and a wider jaw.
Inverted triangle
A broad forehead and narrow chin.
Choose a style
Now that you know what type of face you have, let’s take a look at which frame shape will work best with it. Then you can decide what style you want to create.
There are so many different types of frames, we couldn’t possibly cover them all in this article. Here is a selection of the shapes most commonly found in opticians’ shops:
Rounds
Square
Rectangle
Aviator
Browline
Wayfarer
Choice matrix
Now use the table below to find out which frame styles best suit your face type. Finally, choose which of these frames will reflect your desired image.
Determine the size of your glasses
You need to choose glasses with the right lens size for the shape and width of your face. This is done by taking into account the horizontal width of the lenses.
Normally, the lens size of most glasses varies from 40 mm to 62 mm. You should also bear in mind that slightly oversized glasses are very much in vogue today.
Beardless face or full beard?
In addition to the shape of the face, if there’s another element to consider for a bald head, it’s facial hair. The absence of hair does not mean that the face is hairless. In fact, it’s possible for the face to sport :
- moustache ;
- a goatee ;
- a beard collar;
- a more or less full beard all over the face.
The presence or absence of a moustache or beard can also influence the choice of glasses. While a beardless face may prefer certain types of frames, others are more suitable for beards.
Thick frames to dress up a hairless face
A face without hair or facial hair is completely naked. So, to dress it up, it may be worth opting for a relatively large pair of glasses. Without very large lenses, you can :
- opt for a frame with thick, contoured lenses;
- opt for an imposing bridge between the two lenses;
- choose a frame with wide temples.
In addition to thickness, you can also play on color. A dark color will tend to make the frame look larger. This may be preferable if the face is wide and beardless.
Beard and Bald: Thin glasses are the solution
If a man has a beard, the choice of frame is even different. The density and volume of the beard must be taken into account. A thin moustache, like a small goatee or a three-day beard, can also go well with a relatively thin frame. However, if the moustache is imposing and the beard is dense, long and voluminous, it may be preferable to opt for a discreet frame.
As the face is already full of facial hair, the aim of the frame will be to :
- avoid overloading the face ;
- highlight the eyes.
In this case, frames with slim temples and bridge are preferable. Similarly, when it comes to color, this time it’s best to give preference to colored shades, with the aim of adding a touch of lightness.
Make your choice…
Let’s start again: define the shape of your face, select the type of frame that best suits it and make your choice according to the style you want to create. Finally, don’t forget to take into account the size of your lenses.
Now you’re ready to find the pair of glasses that will suit you best and complete your style. We have selected some of the best glasses for every face shape in this article following the advice of the renowned stylist Cianne Denize.
Here are a few examples of bald men who have chosen their eyewear with care and who could inspire you in your search:
