Sunglasses for Big Heads and Wide Faces
If most sunglasses pinch at the temples, sit too high or look too small on you, you need a wider frame. Here are Corlin's widest frames, with the measurements you need to find a pair that fits a big head or a wide face.
What sunglasses fit a big head?
A big head or wide face needs a frame with a total width of about 145 mm or more, or a lens width of around 55 mm or more. The frame should reach at least to the outer edge of your face, so the arms run straight back without pressing on your temples.
Oversized, square and aviator frames usually fit best. Corlin's widest frames are Modena at 149 mm and Celeste at 148 mm, and Lana has the widest lens at 59 mm.
Are your sunglasses too small?
These are the most common signs that standard frames are too narrow for you:
The best sunglasses for big heads
Eight of Corlin's widest frames, chosen for their total width or lens width.
Wide frames
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Modena Champagne Gradual BrownSquare, 149 mm wide699 SEK
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Celeste Black BlackCat-eye, 148 mm wide1 299 SEK
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Ines Tortoise BrownCat-eye, 145 mm wide1 299 SEK
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Romy Brown BrownRectangle, 55 mm lens1 299 SEK
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Jimi Brown BrownSquare, 143 mm wide1 499 SEK
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Lana Tortoise BrownOversized, 59 mm lens1 499 SEK
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Gelo Black BlackAviator, 55 mm lens1 299 SEK
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Luc Gold BrownMetal, 55 mm lens1 499 SEK
What to look for in sunglasses for a big head
Check these three measurements before you choose a frame:
What size sunglasses fit a big head?
Most people with a big head or wide face need a frame of about 145 mm or more across the front. Lens height decides how much of the face the frame covers.
These are the total width and lens height of our widest frames, from widest to narrowest:
| Frame | Shape | Frame width | Lens height |
|---|---|---|---|
| Modena | Square | 149 mm | 47 mm |
| Celeste | Cat-eye | 148 mm | 36 mm |
| Ines | Cat-eye | 145 mm | 35 mm |
| Romy | Rectangular | 144 mm | 32 mm |
| Jimi | Square | 143 mm | 37 mm |
The easiest way to choose is to measure a pair that already fits you and compare. Our sunglasses buying guide explains the numbers printed on the temple.
Which shapes suit a big head?
Oversized and square frames suit a big head well, because they have the width and depth to stay in proportion. Modena, Lana and Jimi are good examples. Aviators such as Gelo also work, with a wide 55 mm lens and a 47 mm deep frame.
Browse oversized, square and aviator sunglasses.
Sunglasses for a big head and a wide face
A wide face is not always a big head, and the other way around. If your face is wide but not long, choose a wide frame with a medium lens height, such as Celeste or Ines. If your face is both wide and long, a deeper frame such as Modena keeps the balance.
If your face is wide and round, our guide to sunglasses for round faces lists the frames by width.
Can metal sunglasses fit a big head?
Yes. Metal frames are often easier to adjust than acetate, and adjustable nose pads let you set how the frame sits. Luc has a 55 mm lens and adjustable nose pads.
An optician can also widen the arms of most frames slightly. Browse metal sunglasses.
Sunglasses for big heads for men and women
Big heads and wide faces are common for both men and women, and every Corlin frame is unisex. Jimi, Gelo and Modena are popular with men, Celeste, Ines and Lana with women. See also men's and women's sunglasses.
Questions about sunglasses for big heads
What size sunglasses do I need for a big head?
Usually a frame of about 145 mm or more across the front, or a lens width of around 55 mm or more. Compare with a pair that already fits you.
Which Corlin sunglasses are the widest?
Modena is the widest at 149 mm, followed by Celeste at 148 mm and Ines at 145 mm. Lana has the widest lens at 59 mm.
How do I know if my sunglasses are too small?
If they press on your temples, leave marks, sit too high or the arms bend outwards, the frame is too narrow.
What shape sunglasses suit a big head?
Oversized, square and aviator frames, because they have the width and depth to stay in proportion on a large face.
Can sunglasses be made wider?
An optician can often adjust the arms slightly so they press less on the temples. It does not change the width of the front, so start with a frame that is wide enough.
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 sizes and compare them at home.