Have you ever spent hours deciding what pair of glasses would look great on you? You’ve tried their whole display, dozens of different styles and shapes to choose from, and once you come down to two or three options you are unable to decide which ones are truly the best for you. Well, I’ve been there.
It is not a simple or easy choice, once you choose you have to commit to it for a couple of years at least. High-quality glasses are not very affordable, you want to be sure about what style you’re buying.
Would you like to know how to choose the best glasses for you?
Here’s a tip… Find what your Kitchener’s Style Essences are!
You can do it here. Take the quiz and come back 🙂
In the past, I had no idea what to look for and what would look best on me, and that was so frustrating to me. Recently, I had to change my prescription glasses and I felt so different. When entering the store, I felt confident, fearless because I knew had this tool that would help me pick the best pair for me. I knew what styles would harmonize with my features, because I knew my essences.
Depending on your essences is the style, colors, and materials that would be better for you. Once you know your essences these are the elements that you could look for when shopping. Mix them and you will find the right pair of glasses for you.
Most of these rules will also apply to Sunglasses. If you don’t need prescription glasses but want to find the perfect pair of sunglasses, these tips are for you.
Take a look!
When looking for a pair of glasses, there are at least three elements you might need to consider: The frame, the style, and the material.
Frames:
- Full-rimmed
- Rimless
- Semi-rimless
- Low bridge
- Wire
Styles:
- Browline
- Square
- Rectangle
- Aviator
- Horn
- Oval
- Rounded
- Cat-Eye
- Oversized
- Geometric
- Large
Materials:
- Metal – Durable
- Plastic (acetate) – Versatile
- Wood – The sustainable option
Now, depending on the essence is the style and elements that will flatter your facial features the most.
Natural Essence
Relaxed, rough, and active.
-Shapes: Square, Rectangle, Aviator, and Horn.
-Colors: Green, Blue, Brown, and Light brown.
-Materials: Wire frame, Wood, and Wood texture. Rimless, Semi-rimless and Full-rimmed.
This is how it looks mixed with the other essences:
Gamine Essence
Chunky, playful, and bold.
-Shapes: Geometric, Browline, Horn, and Rounded.
-Colors: Any vibrant color, Yellow, Black, Green, and Orange.
-Materials: Acetate. Chunky rimed and Semi-rimless.
This is how it looks mixed with the other essences:
Ingenue Essence
Cute, round, and delicate.
–Shapes: Round, Oval, or Heartshaped.
-Colors: Light colors, pastels, beige, pink, blue, and yellow.
-Materials: Acetate, and Metal. Full-rimed and Semi-rimless.
This is how it looks mixed with the other essences:
Classic Essence
Professional, simple, and timeless.
-Shapes: Square, Oval, and Browline.
-Colors: Grey, Blue, Red, White, or Beige.
-Materials: Metal and Acetate. Rimless, Semi-rimless and Full-rimmed.
This is how it looks mixed with the other essences:
Angelic Essence
Soft, light, and unique.
-Shapes: Cat-eye, Oval, Rectangle, and Large.
-Colors: Grey, Purple, Deep Blue, Ombre, Gold and Silver.
-Materials: Metal, acetate, and shimmery details. Rimless.
This is how it looks mixed with the other essences:
Romantic Essence
Glamorous, feminine, and sophisticated.
-Shapes: Round, Cat-eye, Browline, and Oval.
-Colors: Red, Dark pink, Brown, or Black.
-Materials: Tortoiseshell, Acetate, and Metal. Semi-rimless.
This is how it looks mixed with the other essences:
Dramatic Essence
Statement pieces, sharp, and fierce.
-Shapes: Rectangle, Geometric, Sharp cat-eye, and Large.
-Colors: Neon, bright, and dark colors.
-Materials: Acetate, Metal, and Matte finishes. Full-rimmed.
This is how it looks mixed with the other essences:
If you feel like the styles from your main essences don’t flatter you, you could try to replicate the recommendations from your Kibbe Body Type, but on the glasses’ shape. For example: for a Soft Natural with a Classic essence, something too moderate won’t be as great. You might need some contrasting details or softness on the shapes, like something square but with rounded edges.
There is another factor that you should always have in mind when looking for the right pair of glasses, COMFORT. Along with what looks best for your facial features, you should consider comfort as well, because if they are not made for you, you might not want to wear them. Think about, if they slide down from your nose, if the nose pads are too tight, or if the temples/end pieces are comfortable on your ear. Those details can likely be adjusted to your size and needs, so don’t be afraid to ask!
There you have it, the perfect pair of glasses for you!
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