When it comes to eyewear, nothing embodies fall more than tortoiseshell glasses. The brown, caramel, black, and earthy yellow color palette fits the season. They also simply give off a cozy autumnal vibe.
Fall will always be my favorite season. And as staples of fall fashion, tortoiseshell eyeglasses will always be my go-to eyewear.
How about you? Ready to get some new glasses for the fall? If so, here are my top picks for tortoiseshell glasses for men!
Styling Your Tortoiseshell Glasses: The Fall Edition
To get you in the fall spirit, let’s go through some classic styling options for tortoiseshell glasses. These will help you choose your perfect pair!
Mr. Smart, Casual, And Comfy
Fall is the best time to cozy up. Gather your friends together and light a backyard bonfire. Roast some marshmallows and share a couple of beers. Or, if you’re an introvert like me, just do it alone or with your special person. A huddle by the fire is always special.
For your outfit, choose a crewneck sweater and a pair of chinos. Keep it casual and comfy!
Your Glasses: Persol PO3007V
The Persol PO3007V is a chill, no-frills pair of glasses you can match with whatever. Jeans and a shirt? Yes. Your casual Friday outfit? Of course. Pajamas? Go ahead!
You’ll love this pair. Just take it from verified buyer Mark N.:
“Great looking Glasses, but narrow width. I am a fan of Persol glasses and have owned several pairs of both eyeglasses and sunglasses. This pair of glasses has the usual top quality stylish look, but the fitting is tight to my head, due to being of a pretty narrow width. These are a nice pair of glasses, so if the width is right, then they are a 5 star pair.”
The Layering Master
If you’ve been wanting to slay layering like Ryan Gosling, now’s your time!
Ryan’s used to Canadian weather, so maybe that explains his love for layered outfits. So many online style bibles have praised this about him.
So, layer up in slim-fit trousers, a denim jacket, a bold knit vest, and a basic tee underneath. The tortoiseshell eyewear is the cherry on top!
Your Glasses: Tom Ford FT5801-B
You could say that the Tom Ford FT5801-B is a layered pair of glasses—top half tortoiseshell, bottom half metal.
Perfect! It’s as if these were made to match your fall layering master vibe!
The Rugged Outdoorsman (With a Tortoiseshell Twist)
Tortoiseshell frames fit perfectly in the natural surroundings where the rugged outdoorsman thrives!
You’ll find the stylish outdoorsman apple picking and leaf peeping when he’s in the mood for something mellow. Otherwise, he’s out hiking, camping, and rock climbing!
Life is good and a lot of fun for this man. And styling for fall is easy. To get this look, go for hiking shorts with lots of pockets, hiking boots, and an unbuttoned flannel shirt over a plain tee. To finish it off, just put on tortoiseshell glasses!
Your Glasses: Ray-Ban RX5397 ELLIOT
Imagine Tom Holland on an adventure aboard a boat in the movie Uncharted. That’s the vibe these glasses give off; they’re ready for action! These round tortoiseshell glasses are perfect for the actor’s angular face and active lifestyle. He’s worn similar frames, too!
These glasses are a good choice for any outdoorsman. Verified buyer Jerami S. has this to say about the glasses:
“Great looking glasses but smaller on the face than expected! The frames fit great, so the size was perfect. The frame style was a little smaller than it looked. I’d recommend it for someone with thinner/smaller face structure but overall they’re nice and sleek looking!”
The Relaxed Every Day Warrior
There’s no rest for the wicked; wickedly dressed, I mean! If you’re the man who lives a full life, with a job that you love, interesting hobbies, and all else that brings you joy, then there’s no such thing as a weekend.
Every day is a good day to get out there and love life. To get this look, try wearing dark jeans, a white tee, and a suede bomber. Pair it with your tortoiseshell glasses!
Your Glasses: Oliver Peoples OV5186 GREGORY PECK
The Oliver Peoples OV5186 GREGORY PECK glasses are as iconic as their namesake. The actor was unassuming and lived a full life. He was the leading man during Hollywood’s Golden Age. These frames are, likewise, fall classics that make you look like the star in your story.
Take it from verified buyer Mike R.:
“Thanks Greg. I’m somewhat discriminating when it comes to eyeglass frames. Seems everything looks about the same, and given my narrow face, most just look too big on my face. These frames are classic, and unique. The bonus is that Gregory Peck wore this style!”
Troy R. was also a big fan:
“Gorgeous frame that fit right out of the box–I love wearing it and how it looks–and it didn’t break the bank!”
TL;DR
Tortoiseshell glasses for men are versatile eyewear that are perfect for fall!
- If you’re Mr. Smart, Casual, and Comfy, you’ll love Persol PO3007V. Wear them with a crewneck and a pair of chinos.
- If you’re the Layering Master, choose Tom Ford FT5801-B and slay layered outfits like Ryan Gosling.
- If you’re the Rugged Outdoorsman, you’ll love Ray-Ban RX5397 ELLIOT. Pair these glasses with your best hiking shorts and flannel.
- If you live life to the fullest every day, the Oliver Peoples OV5186 GREGORY PECK glasses are for you. These go well with a suede jacket and jeans.
