Aviators, polarized, wraparounds — there are many different types of sunglasses, possibly making them one of the most versatile summer accessories.

Not only do they protect your eyes from the sun’s rays, they are also a statement of your personal style. The term “one size fits all” doesn’t pertain to sunglasses, however. When choosing the right pair of shades, www.unitedshades.com offers a few tips for making the right choice based on your appearance.

Face shape: If you have an oval-shaped face, you have the luck here; you can wear almost any style. Round faces benefit from rectangular frames because they make the face appear longer and thinner, while heart-shaped faces are best suited by oval or rimless sunglasses to soften their face. Oval or cat-eye sunglasses are best for those with square faces, as they help to smooth and soften angles.

Skin: People with pale complexions are complemented by frames in colors like rose and amber and tortoiseshell styles. Those with darker complexions should try silver, gold or clear frames and people with black skin can wear metallic frames. Darker skin tones should usually avoid black frames.

Hair: If you have soft, curly hair, try sunglasses of delicate shapes and translucent colors. Choose a pair of shades that follow your hairline. If you have very curly hair, smaller frames typically suit you better. If you have short hair, geometric shapes are complementary and if you have long hair, try different styles with your hair up or down to see which you like best.

Sun protection: The American Academy of Ophthalmology recommends buying sunglasses with a UV coating, because these will protect you from harmful rays. It also suggests wearing polarized sunglasses when skiing, fishing or driving, because they are best for reducing reflected glare. Finally, wraparound sunglasses offer the best eye protection because they block the sun from all angles.