Glasses for Men with Wide Faces: What Actually Works

As a man with a wide face, finding glasses for men with wide faces that don't look tiny or cause headaches was a real challenge. Here's what I learned works.

My Wide Face Reality

My face measures 150mm across, which is significantly wider than average. Standard men's frames (135-140mm) look comically small and squeeze my temples painfully.

The Right Size for Wide Faces

I need larger measurements:

Lens width: 56-58mm

Bridge: 19-20mm

Temple length: 145-150mm

Total frame width: 145-150mm

Frame Styles That Work

For wide faces, I found these styles work best:

Rectangular frames - Balance face width

Bold, substantial frames - Proportionate to my face

Wider temples - Distribute pressure better

Horizontal emphasis - Works with my face shape

What Doesn't Work

Standard or small frames - look tiny

Narrow styles - emphasize width

Delicate frames - get lost on my face

Where to Shop

I specifically search for "large frame glasses for men" or "wide fit." Online retailers often have better selection than stores.

Don't settle for frames that almost fit. The right size exists - you just need to be selective.