Formal and Traditional Frames are usually gilded or highly ornate and are the best choice for making a statement. These frames help to draw the eye to the artwork, but, if not carefully selected, they can overwhelm and take the focus away from the art. These frames work well with traditional profile stretched canvases, canvas panels, or prints. Strong still lifes, landscapes, and portraits work well in these frames. Unless otherwise noted, these frames do not ship with glass or other glazing material, and hanging hardware will need to be purchased separately as well.

Contemporary Frames are minimalist in design with clean lines and little to no decoration. Similar style frames are available in wood, metal, or polystyrene and then with or without glass or glazing material. Contemporary frames should be considered for artwork that is more modern in nature, photographs, prints, or drawings. These frames help to finish the look of a piece of artwork while still leaving the focus on the artwork and not the frame.

Informal and Rustic Frames are a great choice for landscapes and certain still life paintings and drawings. These frames tend to be more simple in their design with clean lines and minimal decoration and are usually stained or distressed to highlight the grain of the wood. These frames do not come with glass or glazing material or hanging hardware.