Strategic Accessories: Lenses and Jewelry

Selection of Optical Frames (Lenses)

Eyeglasses are a high-impact accessory because they are placed in the center of the face.

The fundamental rule is opposition: the shape of the lens should contrast with the shape of the face to balance it.

A round face benefits from frames with straight, square or rectangular angles (such as the Wayfarer style) that structure the softness of your features.

Conversely, a square or rectangular face is softened by oval, round or curved-edged lenses (such as the aviator style), which break up the harshness of its lines.

In addition, scale is vital: the size of the lenses should be proportional to the size of the head.

Harmonizing with earrings and jewelry

As with eyewear, earrings should be selected to counterbalance facial morphology.

If a person has an elongated face, they should avoid long, linear earrings that dangle too much, as they will emphasize verticality; instead, they favor short, round or voluminous designs that add visual width.

Conversely, a round face should move away from circular earrings and opt for linear, geometric and dangling designs that direct the eye downward, creating an elongating effect on the neck and face.

Scale and proportion in accessories

Beyond the shape, the "visual weight" of the accessory is decisive.

A person with delicate facial features and small bone structure will be overwhelmed by massive or very chunky ("chunky") accessories, which will make their face disappear.

Similarly, someone with a large facial structure or very pronounced features needs accessories with presence and volume so that they don't look insignificant.

Consistency between the scale of the accessory and the scale of the face is the final touch that defines a polished, professional look.

Summary

Eyewear is a high-impact accessory that should be selected by opposition. A round face requires angular frames for structure, while a square face is softened by oval or curved shapes.

Jewelry, especially earrings, should counterbalance facial morphology to harmonize. Elongated faces should avoid long linear earrings, preferring short designs with volume that add visual width.

The scale of the accessory is decisive and should be consistent with the bone structure. Delicate features require fine pieces, while a large structure needs accessories with presence so as not to look insignificant.