For those of us who do need vision correction, glasses are pain in the butt and we would rather not be seen wearing them. While contacts are a another option, they are quite a hassle and can cost one or two hundred dollars a year. The easiest solution? Wearing glasses that we actually like! People are wearing glasses even when they don't need them. the latest trend is retro glasses, styles like the cat-eye, wayfarer and round frames are becoming very popular. Don't worry, if you don't need eyeglasses these styles are available in sunglasses form! For quality frames you may have to shell out some money but there are some cheap options too.
Wayfarer:
The classic Wayfarer is so popular now, due to the fact that it's flattering on almost every face shape. While Ray-Ban is the place to go for the ultimate Wayfarer, these ones from Forever 21 are only $6. The Ray-Bans here are $125 from Urban Outfitters, $80 less than directly from Ray-Ban. The last frames, also from Urban Outfitters are only $12 and come in multiple colors!
Cat-eye:
The Cat-eye is a feminine and daring shape, that has been popular for so many years. The first glasses are more squared off, but still keep a very vintage shape from American Apparel. The second frames are from Forever 21 and have a less rounded frame. The last pair of frames are from Vogue Eyewear and are a bit chunkier.
Round:
The round style is great for square faces, since it add a softness to their faces. The first frames are from American Apparel. They're tortoise shell colored, perfect for people with brown hair, eyes and warm skin tones. The next ones are from Forever 21, with thicker frames and a floral pattern on the inside. The last ones are from Urban Outfitters, with thin frames and a metallic color.
How to Choose the Right Color and Shape for Your Face:
If you have brown hair or eyes, try a tortoise shell or brown frame. Also if you have a warm skin tone (yellow or gold undertones) this color would work for you. Have light colored eyes or blonde hair? Try a black or navy frame. If you have a cool skin tone (red or pink undertones) also go with one of those colors. For your face shape, chose an opposite style. For example, if you have a strong jaw line and boxy face, go with a round frame to soften your face.
What do you think?
Are you into the retro eyewear trend? Do you like theses styles? Anything that I left out? Tell me in a comment!
I'm totally blind without my glasses/contacts. I've got dark red ray bans that I like quite a lot.
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