Square Glasses
Square glasses have clear corners and straight lines that give a defined, confident expression. Our square frame is Jimi, a classic wayfarer in Italian Mazzucchelli acetate, designed in Stockholm. It comes in black, tortoise and brown, with or without prescription.
What are square glasses?
Square glasses have lenses where the height and width are closer to each other than in a rectangular frame, with clear corners. The shape adds structure and a strong expression, and suits round and oval faces especially well. At Corlin, Jimi is our square frame, for 1,499 SEK. See all square eyeglass frames
Square eyeglass frames from Corlin
Jimi is a square wayfarer with a strong front. It suits most face shapes and comes in black, tortoise and brown.
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Rectangular alternatives
Want straight lines but a slimmer or taller shape? Will and Romy are rectangular frames that sit close to the square look.
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Square or rectangular glasses?
Compare Jimi with the rectangular frames. The difference shows most clearly in the lens height: the taller the lenses relative to the width, the more square the expression.
Who do square glasses suit?
Square glasses suit round and oval faces best. The angular lines add structure to soft features and can make a round face look narrower.
If you have a square face with an angular jaw, square frames are rarely the best choice, because they emphasize the angles. Round or oval frames usually create better balance then.
Square, round or oval glasses?
The shape affects the expression as much as the color. This is how square glasses differ from the other shapes.
| Shape | Expression | Often suits | At Corlin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Square | Defined and confident | Round and oval faces | Jimi |
| Rectangular | Clear and structured | Round and oval faces | Romy, Will |
| Oval | Soft and discreet | Most face shapes | Selma, Aidan, Louis |
| Round | Soft and personal | Square and heart-shaped faces | Todd, Kim, Fred, Celia, Victoria |
What is a wayfarer?
A wayfarer is a classic frame with a strong front and clear corners, where the top edge is often a little wider than the bottom. The shape has been around for a long time and is seen as timeless, on both glasses and sunglasses.
Jimi builds on that shape, in a square version for prescription lenses. The strong front stands out on the face, so Jimi suits you if you want your glasses to be part of your style.
Can I get square glasses with prescription?
Yes. Jimi can be ordered with lenses made to your prescription. You choose the lens type and enter your values when you order.
Good to know
A complete pair of Jimi prescription glasses costs from 2,394 SEK, that is the frame for 1,499 SEK and lenses from 895 SEK. Want to see more frames in the same color? See our black glasses and tortoise glasses.
Questions about square glasses
How much do square glasses cost at Corlin?
Jimi costs 1,499 SEK. With prescription lenses from 895 SEK, a complete pair costs from 2,394 SEK.
Which square glasses does Corlin have?
Jimi, a square wayfarer in black, tortoise and brown. If you want straight lines in a different shape, there are also the rectangular frames Romy and Will.
Which face shape suits square glasses?
Square glasses usually suit round and oval faces best, because the angular lines add structure to soft features.
Do square glasses suit a square face?
Usually not as well. Angular frames emphasize an angular jaw. If you have a square face, round or oval frames usually create better balance.
What is the difference between square and rectangular glasses?
Square glasses have a more even height and width, which gives a more angular and defined expression. Rectangular glasses are clearly wider than they are tall.
What is a wayfarer?
A wayfarer is a classic frame with a strong front and clear corners. Jimi is a square version of the shape.
What is Jimi made of?
Jimi is made of Italian Mazzucchelli acetate with German OBE hinges.
Is shipping free?
Yes, shipping is free within Sweden with PostNord. Delivery takes 5 to 10 working days.