Choosing between sunglasses styles is easier when you know what to look for. The right frame balances shape, fit and personal style, while the right lens details help you feel comfortable outdoors. This guide explains the main types of sunglasses and shows how wooden frames bring a natural finish to familiar silhouettes.

Quick guide to sunglasses styles

• Square and rectangular frames: structured, confident shapes that add definition and work well against softer facial features.
• Round and oval frames: softer shapes with a relaxed, vintage feel. They create contrast with angular features.
• Cat-eye frames: an expressive style with lifted outer corners. Explore our cat-eye face-shape guide for more detail.
• Oversized frames: a bold look with extra coverage. Check the frame measurements before choosing an oversized pair.
• Browline frames: a stronger upper edge that draws attention to the brow and gives a classic, considered appearance.
• Aviator and teardrop frames: lightweight-looking shapes with a distinctive curved lens profile.
• Classic trapezoid frames: an adaptable everyday shape, sometimes described as Wayfarer-inspired. Read our fit guide for practical sizing checks.

How to choose sunglasses for your face shape

Face-shape advice is a useful starting point, not a rulebook. Round faces often suit angular frames, while square faces can be balanced by rounder or softly curved styles. Oval faces can usually accommodate many silhouettes, so use proportion and comfort as your guide. Heart-shaped faces may suit frames that balance a wider forehead with a softer lower edge.

Most importantly, compare the frame width with the width of your face. The frame should sit securely without pressing at the temples, sliding down the nose or extending far beyond the sides of your face. If the product listing includes measurements, compare them with a pair you already find comfortable.

Why choose a wooden frame?

Wood and bamboo bring visible grain, a warm hand-finished character and a different feel from conventional plastic or metal frames. Natural variation means each pair can have its own subtle pattern. Browse the Bambies sunglasses collection to compare shapes, colours and current availability.

For bamboo-specific material information, see our guide to bamboo sunglasses. Product pages remain the best source for each pair's current lens specification, measurements and stock status.

Match the style to the occasion

For an everyday pair, start with a shape that feels natural on your face and works with the clothes you already wear. Choose a more expressive cat-eye, oversized or two-tone frame when you want the sunglasses to become the feature of an outfit. A classic trapezoid or rectangular pair is a dependable choice for travel, driving and regular outdoor wear, provided the fit is secure and the lens details meet your needs.

Before you buy

1. Choose the silhouette that fits your personal style.
2. Check frame width, bridge and temple measurements where provided.
3. Review the product page for the exact lens colour, protection and material details.
4. Confirm the pair is currently available before planning around it.

Ready to compare styles? Shop wooden sunglasses at Bambies and use the product photos and measurements to find the frame that feels right for you.