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At Haine & Smith Opticians, we’ve spent over 50 years helping people across Wiltshire find eyewear that not only improves their vision but enhances personal style too. From face shape to colour analysis, here’s our expert guide to picking the perfect frames.

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Why the right glasses matter

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Your glasses sit at the centre of your face, so they naturally become one of your most noticeable accessories. The right frames can:

• Highlight your best features
• Balance your face shape
• Complement your skin tone and hair colour
• Match your lifestyle, personality and hobbies
• Boost confidence as well as enhance vision.

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Start with your face shape

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While rules are made to be broken, understanding your face shape is a great starting point when choosing frames.

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Round faces suit angular frames like rectangular or square styles to add definition.

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Square faces work beautifully with softer, rounded frames to balance strong lines.

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Oval faces are versatile and suit most styles, from bold statement frames to delicate
designs.

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Heart-shaped faces look great with lighter, thinner frames that balance the forehead and
chin.

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Our team will help guide you through the process of selecting the perfect frames, and often, your personal style matters just as much as shape alone!

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Colour analysis

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One of the most overlooked parts of choosing new frames is colour analysis. The right colour can brighten your complexion, enhance your eyes, and make your frames look like they were made just for you.

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1. Consider your skin tone: many people fall into either warm, cool, or neutral undertones:
   
   • Warm tones suit colours like tortoiseshell, gold, honey, olive, and warm
     browns.
   • Cool tones look great in silver, grey, black, blue, plum and crystal tones.
     
   • Neutral tones are lucky as they can pull off both warm and cool shades
     beautifully!
2. Match your hair colour: Your hair colour also plays a role in choosing flattering frames. For example:
   
   1. Blonde hair pairs well with lighter colours, pastels, tortoiseshell and soft
      metals.
   2. Brunette hair suits deeper shades like burgundy, navy, forest green and rich
      browns.
   3. Grey or silver hair looks fantastic with bold colours, transparent frames and
      cool metallics.
   4. Red hair shines with warm tones like copper, olive and soft tortoiseshell.
      
3. The right contrast can make both your hair and your glasses pop.
4. Enhance your eye colour: Frames can subtly bring out your natural eye colour. Blue eyes pop with tortoiseshell, grey and navy tones. Green eyes are enhanced by
   plum, burgundy, gold and olive frames. And, brown eyes work beautifully with almost anything, especially rich colours and warm metals. It’s a small detail that makes a big difference in your overall look!

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What about your lifestyle?

Style is important, but so is practicality. When choosing your new glasses, think about:

• Do you wear them all day?
• Are they for work, driving, sport, or social occasions?
• Do you prefer subtle and classic or bold and fashionable?

Many of our clients choose more than one pair, perhaps a sleek everyday frame and a statement pair for evening or weekends. With our wide range of designer brands, there’s something for every lifestyle and personality. Ask at your local Haine & Smith practice about our latest special offers*.

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Comfort is crucial

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Even the most stylish frames won’t work if they’re uncomfortable. Your glasses should:

• Sit securely on your nose
• Not pinch behind the ears
• Stay in place when you move
• Feel balanced and light.

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Our experienced teams ensure every frame is properly fitted and adjusted so your glasses feel as good as they look.

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Ready to find your perfect pair?

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With multiple practices across Wiltshire and Gloucestershire and over five decades of experience, we combine expert eye care with a carefully curated selection of designer eyewear. We take the time to understand your vision, lifestyle and your style - not just your prescription!

If you’re thinking about updating your glasses, book an appointment with Haine & Smith Opticians today. Let us guide you through face shape, colour analysis, fit and style and help you see and feel your very best!

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*Haine & Smith Opticians reserves the right to amend or remove any promotional offers or discounts at any time.

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