The Best Glasses For Round Faces, According To Eyewear Experts

Turnaround time: 7-10 business days | Return policy: Free return within the first 14 days | Insurance accepted: Yes, and also accepts HSA/FSA payments | Virtual try-on: Yes | Virtual Rx renewal: Yes

If you’re looking for a square frame with a hint of cat-eye, these Amelia glasses are worth considering. At only $88—even cheaper with discounts on GlassesUSA—have premium acetate and metal detailing to make them sturdy and long-lasting. Online reviewers love these for their combination of oversized style and light weight.

• Best for: Wearers looking for a hybrid style between square and cat-eye frames
• Keep in mind: These are “oversized,” so they will take up more space on your face than some of the other more compact, square styles. 

Turnaround time: 7 – 10 business days | Return policy: 30-day return or exchange | Insurance accepted: Yes, as well as HSA/FSA | Virtual try-on: Yes | Virtual Rx renewal: Yes

Warby Parker’s Winston glasses offer a solid combination of style and sturdiness, in an array of sizes. These glasses can be ordered in medium and extra wide to fit a larger range of face shapes. The Winston is known for its comfortable bridge and acetate nose pads, making for a great combination of retro and modern style.

• Best for: Wider faces looking for a retro style
• Keep in mind: The larger frames take up more space on your face, so smaller-faced folks might be overwhelmed by this frame size.

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These vinyl-metal hybrid frames provide a minimalist offering for round faces. Despite appearing slender and thin, these frames are flexible and sturdy enough for significant, intensive use. The $45 price point is also a winner.

• Best for: Those looking for a minimalist style with the strength and flexibility of a vinyl-metal hybrid material
• Keep in mind: The arm-length for these lenses is a little short, so larger-headed buyers should be wary of sizing these correctly. 

Turnaround time: 7 – 10 business days standard shipping with the option of 3 – 5 business days express shipping | Return policy: 14 days for refund (excluding shipping costs) or 30 days for store credit | Insurance accepted: Yes, with HSA/FSA accepted | Virtual try-on: Yes | Virtual Rx renewal: No

Zenni’s full-plastic frame keeps their glasses low-cost and still offers moderate quality; if you’re shopping on a budget, this is a great place to start. Zenni’s frames are known to fit very true to size (with medium and wide sizes available for those with wider faces).

• Best for: People who want a very low-cost option with a decent return policy
• Keep in mind: These are not the most sturdy frames so don’t expect them to last as long as metal options.

Turnaround time: 7-10 business days | Return policy: Free return within the first 14 days | Insurance accepted: Yes, and also accepts HSA/FSA payments | Virtual try-on: Yes| Virtual RX renewal: Yes

Revel’s Port frames are simple, lightweight and sturdier than similar rectangular acetate designs. These glasses are best described as a no-nonsense, utility-first design: They come in two colors and have a simple angular design best for those who don’t want any extras on their frames. The modest price point is also great.

• Best for: People looking for a utilitarian, no-fuss design
• Keep in mind: These frames are not as wide as other offerings so make sure you know your measurements before you order. 

Turnaround time: 7 – 10 business days | Return policy: 30-day return or exchange| Insurance accepted: Yes, as well as HSA/FSA | Virtual try-on: Yes |Virtual Rx renewal: Yes

These stylish Warby Parker frames have a traditional rectangular shape with softer lines than other options. They’re made from fully biodegradable cellulose acetate that’s flexible as well as environmentally friendly. Akulon-coated screws provide extra extension so you can enjoy rough-and-tumble wear at a reasonable price.

• Best for: An environmental-focused shopper who wants high quality combined with a classic look
• Keep in mind: The cellulose acetate frame might not be as sturdy as metal styles.  

Turnaround time: 7 – 10 business days with rush 2-day delivery available | Return policy: 14-day free returns with a 365-day guarantee of quality | Insurance accepted: Yes, with HSA/FSA accepted | Virtual try-on: Yes | Virtual Rx renewal: No

These rectangular frames are angular enough for a round face but have a gentle curvature that makes the overall look ultra flattering. The spring hinges helps this pair stretch to fit a variety of face widths and the acetate ensures the frames are lightweight.

• Best for: A variety of face widths as the spring hinges ensure comfort even on extra-wide faces
• Keep in mind: Although they’re still lightweight, these frames are a couple of grams heavier than other competitors’ frames.

Turnaround time: 7 – 10 business days standard shipping with the option of 3 – 5 business days express shipping | Return policy: 14 days for refund (excluding shipping costs) or 30 days for store credit | Insurance accepted: Yes, with HSA/FSA accepted | Virtual try-on: Yes | Virtual Rx renewal: No

Designed for smaller round faces, these frames from Zenni are a great budget option or backup pair of glasses for reading or driving. Still, they’re well-made enough that many reviewers say they use this frame as their primary pair. The quality is average but what’s lost in sturdiness is gained in money saved.

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