Have you had the same glasses for decades? If so, there’s a good chance your glasses are aging you.
As you get older, it’s likely you need glasses for function but that doesn’t mean you can’t opt for stylish eyewear that helps you appear younger. Ready to spruce up your specs with frames that add a bit of youthful exuberance to your look? I’ve gathered tips to help you get started.
In the land of velour tracksuits, low-rise jeans, and trucker hats, the early 2000s were an interesting time for style. After a resurgence of baguette bags and hair clips, it shouldn’t be a surprise that we’re starting to see early aughts-inspired trends creeping into eyewear as well.
From large shield-style sunglasses to crystal embellishments, these kitschy-cute trends are the perfect way to infuse a little bit of playfulness into your style. Take a cue from Bella Hadid herself and grab a pair of 2000s-inspired shades to start your new year.
2000s style glasses include transparent gradient-colored lenses, bedazzled decoration, giant logos, rimless frames, and bug-eye oversized shapes. Let’s take a look at these eyewear trends from the early aughts.
You probably don’t think about eyewear as your final accessory—something to complete any outfit, mood, or occasion.
Maybe you should. Why not have multiple pairs of glasses to switch out?
That’s what I was thinking when I went shopping for inexpensive but stylish frames on EZContacts. My budget was a thrifty $30 (or so) per pair—with prescription lenses. My aim was to find glasses that would reflect my personality and mood when wearing them.
I took the plunge, if you call that a plunge, without worrying about versatility. I tried to focus on adding bold and trendy frames to my collection, which I could count on to be a fashion accessory. Here’s what I came up with…
It’s time for holiday shopping.
Don’t know where to start? Our ideas focus on pleasing your senses. We’ve gathered a long list of gift ideas focused on the eyes, ears, mouth, and nose of the loved ones on your list.
Is wire-rimmed the latest trend in eyewear? It’s actually the oldest.
No matter, really, wire-rimmed glasses are simply a timeless and versatile style that’s been trending on and off since eyeglasses were invented.
Some of the first eyeglasses were plain metal frames. Because they are remarkably simple and easy to make, people have been wearing wire-rimmed glasses since the 13th century.
People aren’t choosing wire-rimmed glasses only because of their simplistic nature. Wire-rimmed glasses are officially in again. And they’ve come a long way since the days of Napoleon Dynamite and Harry Potter. Whether you’re reaching for ‘70s-inspired aviators, classic round frames, or retro ovals, wire-rim glasses officially have the style seal of approval again.
Because there are so many frame options, it’s best to look at your face shape and the aesthetic you’re going for. What look do you want to achieve?
Wireframes can cover a variety of staples—from retro-vintage to hipster glasses in square, round, aviator, and butterfly shapes. And they can flatter every face shape.
Check out our guide to choosing the perfect frames for your face shape
(and looks).
Let’s have a look at some cool wire-rimmed glasses that may be ideal for you.
