Men of style, it’s never too late to try new trends or eyewear shapes, or to upgrade your collection completely.
While celebrities may have access to millions, they still wear the same eyewear we do. That makes them a good place to start for inspiration.
Let’s get into some stylish glasses for men over 50 that will make you feel like a renewed you.
Over 50s, This Is Only the Beginning
When it comes to fashion, be it eyewear or shoes, many people think it’s only for young people. That fashion sense, trends, or exploring your personal taste only make sense during your youth.
I’m here to tell you that’s not the case. Everyone deserves to feel good in what they wear. Because if you feel good, you’re also likely to be more confident.
When it comes to simple upgrades, stylish glasses for men are a straightforward way to enhance your style (and face) without any major bank-breaking closet overhauls.
Why Celebrities Are a Good Place To Start
I often look to street style and fashion runways to see what’s trending, and to better understand what looks good on different people’s faces and bodies. But when it comes to glasses for men over 50, looking to celebrities is a great place to start.
You can see how certain shapes and styles look on face shapes similar to your own. It also helps you to see what colors and trends you might want to try before taking the plunge.
While we don’t all look like our favorite celebrities (or have access to endless streams of money), they are still mortals. And you may see some similarities in features.
Want To Look Like a Hot Professor?
Some people have midlife crises and buy a sports car, while others buy new stylish glasses for men. The latter is cheaper, and your wife will probably be happier.
If you want a pair that’s sure to turn heads, look to the ‘hot professor’ glasses trend!
Brad Pitt
While watching tennis at the French Open recently, Brad Pitt was spotted in a pair of ‘hot professor glasses.’
Just like the name implies, it’s all about men who refuse to be ignored. They’re still ‘hot,’ so why not show off in a pair of glasses that bring out that charisma?
These glasses are typically an aviator or a rounded style that says, “I’m ready for the attention.”
The NYC-m Jonathan 2 glasses by Marchon are an example of an affordable pair that’s easy to pull off. They’re slightly less blingy than Brad’s version, but they still give off that professor energy.
Don’t Be Afraid of Rimless Frames
It’s true: a rimless frame can draw attention to fine lines around the eyes because, well, they are rimless. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try them.
Fine lines are a natural part of aging, so why should anyone be ashamed of them?
Patrick Dempsey
Mr. Dempsey, or “McDreamy” as he is better known for his role in Grey’s Anatomy, is a fan of rimless glasses. He’s a good example of how this style no longer has the ‘grandpa’ effect and instead brings out your best features, be it your eyes or that jawline.
These Ray-Ban rimless glasses are just like the ones spotted on Patrick. They’re not over the top, but they have that sleek appeal that will add a youthful glow to your face.
Go Big or Go Home
As you get older, choosing glasses that stand out and add structure to your face is a good idea. If you have a round or oval face, a chunky or slightly oversized (but square) pair of glasses can add some contrast.
Pedro Pascal has recently joined the 50s club, and he’s proof that chunky glasses add some killer style to a man’s face. He was spotted on a red carpet wearing oversized, square black glasses with thick frames. This style works especially well if you have dark hair or a dark beard. You’ll look like a main character, or just a really fashionable pirate.
These Prada glasses are a good option if you’re feeling thick black glasses. The logo isn’t screaming for attention, but it adds a subtle designer touch.
Can’t Go Wrong With Horn Rimmed Glasses
Horn-rimmed glasses have become a myth, a legend, buried in fashion lore (seriously, check the Reddit thread of “man with horn-rimmed glasses”). They look especially cool on older men because they have that intentionally retro feel.
Robert Downey Jr.
Iron Man, or Robert Downey Jr., as he’s known in real life, is never ashamed to pull up in a pair of stylish glasses for men. They’ve become a part of his trademark style, which goes to show that glasses shouldn’t just be an afterthought.
He has been seen on plenty of occasions wearing horn-rimmed glasses. My favorite? A pair like these Oakley half-rimmed glasses. They’re slick and show that age is just a number.
TL;DR
Stylish glasses for men over 50 exist, and in fact, they can give you a new lease on life. Okay, more like a new lease on fashion.
- For too long, men over a certain age have tried to hide their specs, or even swap them out for contacts. But the reality is that the right pair can enhance your face and your whole look.
- If you’re ready to try some new styles, celebrities who wear glasses are a great place to start for some inspiration.
- Brad Pitt was recently spotted in what’s known as “hot professor glasses,” which kind of look like aviators. As a man over 50, this trend is perfect for adding some style to your look.
- Rimless glasses, as sported by actor Patrick Dempsey, prove that this style doesn’t have to age you; in fact, it can bring out your best features.
- Chunky glasses with a slightly oversized shape can transform your entire look, as seen on Pedro Pascal. They’re perfect if you want to make a statement.
- Horn-rimmed glasses are a classic pick that gives off that slightly retro feel without going full blast from the past. Robert Downey Jr. agrees and has been spotted in this style.
