Sunglasses for Diamond Faces
A diamond face is widest at the cheekbones, with a narrower forehead and chin. Cat-eye and oval frames add width at the top and soften the cheekbones. Here are the Corlin frames that suit a diamond face.
Which sunglasses suit a diamond face?
Choose frames that are widest at the top, such as cat-eyes, or soft ovals. An upswept brow line adds width to a narrow forehead, and rounded lines soften wide cheekbones.
Avoid frames that are narrower than your cheekbones. They make the cheekbones look even wider.
Three things to look for
For a diamond face, these matter most:
Corlin frames for diamond faces
Eight frames, from cat-eyes that lift the top of the face to soft ovals.
Cat-eyes and ovals
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Alba Tortoise BrownCat-eye1 499 SEK
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Ana Tortoise BrownSlim cat-eye1 499 SEK
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Celeste Tortoise BrownOversized cat-eye1 299 SEK
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Ines Tortoise BrownRounded cat-eye1 299 SEK
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Louis Tortoise BrownSlim oval1 299 SEK
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Selma Tortoise BrownSlim oval1 499 SEK
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Carpi Tortoise Brown1960s oval1 299 SEK
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Romy Tortoise BrownSoft rectangle1 299 SEK
How to choose
Start with these three questions:
Frames for diamond faces
Compare shape and lens size across our frames for diamond faces:
| Frame | Shape | Lens width | Lens height |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celeste | Oversized cat-eye | 55 mm | 36 mm |
| Ana | Slim cat-eye | 54 mm | 29 mm |
| Alba | Cat-eye | 50 mm | 31 mm |
| Ines | Rounded cat-eye | 50 mm | 35 mm |
| Romy | Soft rectangle | 55 mm | 32 mm |
| Louis | Slim oval | 52 mm | 31 mm |
| Selma | Slim oval | 52 mm | 36 mm |
| Carpi | 1960s oval | 52 mm | 37 mm |
Not sure about your face shape? Our guide to sunglasses for your face shape helps you find it.
What is a diamond face?
A diamond face is widest across the cheekbones, with a narrower forehead and a narrow or pointed chin.
The goal is to balance the cheekbones by adding width at the top of the face and keeping the lines soft.
Cat-eyes: Alba, Ana, Celeste and Ines
The upswept corners of a cat-eye add width at the top, right where a diamond face is narrow. Alba and Ana are slim, Celeste is oversized and Ines has rounder corners.
Browse cat-eye sunglasses.
Ovals: Louis, Selma and Carpi
Ovals have no sharp corners, so they soften the cheekbones. Louis and Selma are slim, Carpi has a deeper 1960s lens.
Browse oval sunglasses.
Romy: a soft rectangle
Romy is a rectangle with rounded corners and a 55 mm lens. The straight top line adds width to the forehead, and the soft corners keep it from looking sharp.
Browse rectangle sunglasses.
What to avoid
Narrow frames that sit inside the cheekbones make them look wider. Very angular frames repeat the angles of the face. For similar face shapes, see our guides to heart-shaped and oval faces.
Questions about sunglasses for diamond faces
What sunglasses suit a diamond face?
Cat-eye and oval frames suit a diamond face best. Cat-eyes add width at the top and ovals soften the cheekbones.
How do I know if I have a diamond face?
Your face is widest across the cheekbones, with a narrower forehead and a narrow chin.
Which sunglasses should I avoid with a diamond face?
Narrow frames that sit inside the cheekbones, and very angular frames that repeat the angles of the face.
Which Corlin sunglasses suit a diamond face?
Alba, Ana, Celeste and Ines among the cat-eyes, and Louis, Selma and Carpi among the ovals.
Can I return sunglasses from Corlin?
Yes. Shipping is free, and you have 30 days to return sunglasses from Corlin, so you can order two pairs and compare them at home.