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If you ever wonder why some eyeglass frames look better on you compared to other frames, it's probably because of your face shape.

You can find the perfect pair of glasses by understanding your face shape. Once you know which shape your face most closely resembles, then you can start narrowing down frame styles that will complement your features.

Read on to find your face shape and learn about which frame styles work best with each. Our tips from Lens Crafters and Allure will help you find flattering eyewear easily.

Oval

Oval face shape is considered to be ideal because of its balanced proportions. It is also the reason how oval-shaped faces can pull off almost any type of eyeglass frame. To maintain the natural balance of oval face shape, look for eyeglass frames that are as wide as (or wider than) the broadest part of the face.

With so many options, keep in mind that proportion matters. Rimless or half frame eyeglasses work well with small faces while full-frame glasses are best for long faces.

Best options: Round frames, rectangle frames, half-frames

Round

Since round face is free of harsh angles, it's best to add dimension with a pair of rectangular glasses. Uniquely-angled frames like cat eyes and retro square glasses also add dimension to soft features. Make sure to avoid round styles, which will only add extra width and curviness to a circular shape.

To make a round face appear thinner and longer, try angular, narrow eyeglass frames to lengthen the face. Frames with a clear bridge and rectangular frames that are wider than they are deep also can be good choices.

Best options: Rectangle frames, retro square frames, half-frames

Heart

The heart-shaped or triangle-shaped face is very distinguishable: it's characterized by a sharp jawline and a wide forehead. Those with a heart-shaped face may also have a widow's peak.

To reduce the apparent width of the top of the face, choose frame shapes that are wider at the bottom. Thin, light-colored frames and rimless frames that have a light, airy appearance are also good choices. To balance a pointed chin, choose wide, upswept styles like cat eyes, rectangular glasses, and retro square glasses.

Best options: Cat-eye frames, rectangular frames, retro square frames

Square

Square face shape has a strong jawline and a broad forehead. The width and length of the face also have roughly the same proportions.

To make a square face look longer and soften its angles, try narrow frame styles, frames that have more width than depth, and narrow ovals.

Best options: Oval frames, circular frames, cat-eye frames

With these detailed tips in mind, you now have a clearer idea on which eyewear will be perfect for you.

Lastly, while searching for the perfect pair of eyeglasses is a fun idea to do, make sure that you follow your optician's prescriptions before going ahead. There are many different kinds of frames that offer not just aesthetics but functionality as well. Remember that style and your well-being always go hand in hand.