sunglasses suits you

Polaroid sunglasses – helping you find the right pair…

Oversize sunglasses are making a bold statement this year with ski mask-inspired styles also adding drama. Black is back and retro styling still rules.

Frame decorations are also popular with sophisticated patterns and rhinestone settings adding interest and glamour. Inspired by the catwalk's latest offerings, Polaroid's range of sunglasses includes different frame styles, colours and lens tints.

Customers are encouraged to try sunglasses on to find the pair which suits them best. Here are some simple guidelines to assist you:

Skin

  • Pale skin - Try lighter weight frames or those with a hint of colour such as rose or amber. Tortoiseshell frames suit fair complexions but clear, blue, green-tinged or black frames tend to drain colour from cheeks.
  • Medium complexions - Olive, Mediterranean, Asian (or very tanned skin) and dark hair can look stunning in silver, gold or clear frames. Avoid black which can be too heavy.
  • Dark skin - Dark brown skin looks particularly stunning in metallic frames and amber works well too.

Hair

  • Soft wavy hair - Try fine, delicate styles and frames with subtle colour tints.
  • Tight curls - Small, simply-shaped frames will complement very curly hair beautifully.
  • Short hair - Women with short hair can often carry off strong geometric shaped frames and daring colours.
  • Long hair - Try sunglasses on with your hair up, back and down as this changes how the frames suit your features.

Face shapes

roundRound - Try angular or rectangular frames slightly wider than the face. Go for angular or rectangular shapes with higher temples to add definition.

diamondDiamond - Suggest oval or square frames that are no wider than the cheekbones. Rimless frames will often suit this face shape.

squareSquare - Go for soft curvy styles such as classic oval or round. See how cat-eye shapes can also flatter

rectangle
Rectangle Best to ensure frames do not extend beyond the widest part of the face. Subtly contrasting temples balance the length of the face by highlighting the widest point.


triangleTriangle Choose wider styles that angle outwards such as cat-eyes or metal frames with rimless bottoms.

ovalOval - Most frames flatter this face shape. Experiment with the latest wraparound styles or ski mask styles depending on your fashion preferences.