Face time fit chart for sunglasses

It used to be we'd look for the cheapest pair of sunglasses on the rack. If they fit and looked halfway decent, we'd buy them. Today, though, eyewear has gone high fashion. For example, did you know that frames should never cover more than one-third of your face, or that you're supposed to choose a frame that is opposite from the shape of your face to soften or add dimension, or that smaller frames highlight cheekbones while low bridges can "shorten" a long nose?

Sunglass Hut, known for its high-end and fashion-forward shades, even has put together a Face Time Fit Chart to help consumers select frames that draw attention to their best features. It's interesting stuff, actually. The chart lists seven face shapes with a description of each. Then there are hints how best to exploit each face type, and finally, Ideal Frame Styles suggestions. So, if you have a round face (full with very few angles), you need to slim it by adding length, and you accomplish that with a square or rectangular frame for balance. Oh yes, geometric vintage styles also are very complementary.

After much figuring, we ended up with Revo-Tort/Brown ($239.95), a durable plastic style, great for larger faces. The lens boasts LMS--Light Management System--technology, that serves to screen out UV rays.

We also tried Arnette-Bronze ($69.95), a wrap design made for large faces that protects the eyes from all angles. In addition, we couldn't resist the Revo-Black/ Stealth ($199.95), a stainless steel style that is extremely lightweight. It has LMS as well.

Sunglass Hut eyewear are available at retailers nationwide or at www.sunglasshut.com.

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