Size Guide – How to Choose Your Sunglasses

Since 1833, American Optical has been crafting iconic frames renowned for their exceptional quality and regarded as international reference models. Choosing the right size is essential to ensure both comfort and elegance. This guide provides the key points you need to select a frame that perfectly suits your face.

Our Size Categories
To make it easier to choose the most suitable size, standardized size levels have been defined for all American Optical frames.

Tip
Each American Optical frame includes an adjustable metal structure that allows for optimal fit. For a fully customized adjustment, it is recommended to visit a professional optician.

Find Your Size with Our 3 Tips

1. A Quick Method

Even if it’s not an exact science, determining the right frame size can be as simple as adjusting a cap.

How do you adjust your cap?

2. Measure with Precision

To determine the most accurate size, take a ruler or measuring tape and stand in front of a mirror to measure the distance between your temples.

Then compare this measurement with our chart to identify the corresponding sizes.

3. Use the Dimensions of Your Current Frame

The measurements of a frame that already fits you well can serve as a useful reference.
They are usually written on the inside of the temple arm. If not, the hinge-to-hinge width can be measured with a ruler.

Then compare this measurement with our chart to identify the corresponding sizes.