Under the sun
These tips will help select the right sunglass to
match your face:
One common misconception is that sunglasses are needed only for sunny
days. This is simply not true as the sun's ultraviolet rays do their
damage all year 'round. We all want to look cool in our new shades, but
there are several things to consider when buying a new pair of
sunglasses. Below is an easy guide to help match you up with a pair
that's perfect for you. Here's what you should know before selecting
sunglasses.
Style and Comfort - Choose the proper style and you'll have comfort
too. If you buy a pair that doesn't fit correctly, chances are, you
won't wear them - or you'll end up buying another pair. Designer
sunglasses are very popular because they offer better quality, but
discount sunglasses can also be a good choice if you're careful in your
selection.
Ultarviolet (UV) Protection Lenses - Sunglasses are important for
protecting your eyes against the sun's dangerous UV Rays, which are also
present on cloudy days. Lens colour is not an indication of protection.
You need to read the labels and look for lenses that are for "special
purpose," which should block 95 to 100 percent of the UV rays. Polarized
lenses take it a step further with a layer that helps protect against
glaring sunlight that reflects off of surfaces.
Practical frames - Celebrities are setting the trends with larger,
eye-catching frames coming into spring and summer. Larger lenses benefit
not only the eyes, but the sensitive skin surrounding the eyes - a
win-win situation. Obviously, smaller frames offer less protection
because the rays can find their way in very easily. For most people,
something in-between is stylish and practical.
Flatter your face - What fun is wearing sunglasses if they don't look
good? There's a certain amount of "chic-ness" that goes along with
wearing a hot new pair of shades. The trick is finding a pair that will
provide adequate protection and flatter your face.
Oval face - If your face is oval, consider yourself very lucky. Just
about any style will look good on you. Take a chance and experiment with
different shapes and colors. Women with oval faces often have an
assortment of sunglasses, because they are accessories that compliment
their face and the wardrobe.
Round face - Elongate a round face by choosing oval frames that lift
up at the temple. Traditional cat-eye glasses are a good example. Don't
fret. They don't have to be old-fashioned. Designers have gorgeous
cat-eye styles available, updated with trendy styles and rich colours.
Long face - Got a long face? Square frames help shorten it up a bit
taking up more space. Overall, this gives the illusion of a shorter
face. Basic is best for men. For women, unique ornamental decorations
draw attention upwards, downplaying a long chin.
Square face - Balance out a square face with medium or over sized
oval frames. Gradient shading on the lens helps soften up and flatter
your features while adding some mystery to your eyes.
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