If I had to pick only one accessory to wear all summer, it wouldn't be a shell necklace, my bucket hat, or beloved claw clips (gasp!)—it would be sunglasses. Not only do they pull a look together, but they also provide essential UV protection for your eyes. The beautiful summer sunshine has inspired my fellow editors and me to begin searching for our next ride-or-die pair. With all the talk around dressing and accessorizing for your color season and body type, we were on the hunt for sunnies that would flatter our face shapes.
Luckily, Visionworks® has a whole array of stylish and protective sunwear from some of our favorite brands, including Lacoste, Karl Lagerfeld, Kendra Scott, and Longchamp. Whether shopping in-store or browsing the site, we couldn't help but love how the frames were organized by shape and price—it almost made it a little too easy to hit "add to cart." If you want in, here's my recommendation: schedule an eye exam with a Visionworks' optometrist to stay on top of your eye health, and after, reward yourself with a chic pair of sunglasses. It's a win-win. Keep scrolling to see the pairs we're shopping based on our face shapes and personal styles.
To schedule an eye exam with a Visionworks' eye doctor and discover stylish, protective eyewear, find a Visionworks® store near you.
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"I love how these rectangle sunglasses make me look cooler than I actually am. The sharp angles are a great contrast for my long oval face, and the black frames go with absolutely everything in my closet. As a tennis fan, I couldn't be more obsessed with the trio of symbols embossed on the temples: a tennis ball, a racket, and the Lacoste crocodile. How cute is that? In just a few weeks, I'll be wearing these sunnies with a floaty white dress and raffia slides on the beach in Mexico." — Erin Fitzpatrick, fashion news director
"I'm always drawn to a cat-eye silhouette, they're just so universally flattering. This style in particular feels like an elevated take on the classic, striking the perfect balance between timeless and trend-forward. Since I have a heart-shaped face, I personally find sunnies like these perfect for emphasizing cheekbones and creating a lifted effect around the eyes. They have a polished high-fashion feel and given that they're from Karl Lagerfeld, that means they have a Parisian vibe that's undeniably chic. I can't wait to wear them again and again this summer with everything from a white tank and trousers to a statement dress." — Sierra Mayhew, fashion editor
"When it comes to my preferred sunglasses shape, oval wins by a mile, but I've found that because my face is slightly oval-shaped, the narrow '90s-inspired style isn't the most flattering. Instead, I reach for oval-shaped pairs that are a tad more oversize (without being so large that they overwhelm my face). This Longchamp style is just right—timeless yet trend-forward, and a universally flattering size. You'll never find me without sunglasses in the summer, especially since the sun is shining basically 14 hours a day. These versatile Longchamp shades would look perfect with everything from a white linen dress and thong sandals to shorts, a T-shirt, and sneakers." — Ally Payer, senior fashion editor
"Don't get me wrong, I love a chic pair of oval sunnies. But the big, bold frames and luxe gold touches on these sunglasses stole my heart. Yes, they're maximalist, but they're also versatile enough for every outfit and occasion, whether I'm wearing a bikini for a beach day or donning an elegant dress for a golden-hour event. Oh, and most importantly: They're actually flattering on my round face! If you also have softer, rounded features, opting for contrasting angular frames like this pair adds dimension and depth." — Emma Walsh, beauty editor, branded content
