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.

How do you choose wire-rimmed glasses?

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. 

When it rains, you buy umbrellas. And when summer arrives, you buy sunglasses.

We don’t sell umbrellas, but we’re the supplier of designer-brand sunglasses for many thousands of people that have come to appreciate the benefits of purchasing quality eyewear online. So, if you’re interested in trends, you’re bound to find this article interesting.

We’re going to examine the shades that got hot during the three-month season beginning June 21, 2020, a.k.a. summer solstice. Interestingly, the list of top-selling sunglasses didn’t resemble what sold most in 2019 or 2018. Suffice to say, while some styles stick around for decades, consumer tastes in sunglasses tend to change each year.

However…

Some sunglasses trends are predictable

The top 10 we’re about to showcase are a collection of (1) classic styles, (2) sports-styled sunglasses, and (3) trendy, hot fashions. Let’s have a look.

As the weather starts getting cooler, you may want to embrace a season of new trends. This season is rife with inspiration, but it isn’t exactly new.

Retro-inspired trends have started creeping into our wardrobes. From flare jeans to knee-high boots to leather button-front skirts, it’s clear what decade we are getting our fashion inspiration from this fall. And it isn’t stopping there! Retro eyewear provides a great accessory for this season.

Many of these bold 70s eyewear styles aren’t for the faint of heart. Fun-loving statement frames are here to help you stand out from the crowd. Instead of demure cat-eye shapes or translucent frames, we’re reaching for oversized square frames, new takes on aviator styles, and yellow-tinted lenses.

The 70s were the years that officially began to consider glasses as fashion accessories rather than just a necessary addition to help you see. The decade was rich in experiments of all kinds that led to modern eyewear and current trends.

That’s why you can flip through a 70s graduation book, admire the eccentric styles, and want to try them on for a cool new/old look. The years were filled with extravagant shapes, different materials, and rich earthy colors. Here are three retro styles to try out to embrace the peace and love era for all it’s worth.

Fashion trends swing like a pendulum from one extreme to the other.

After skinny sunglasses had their moment in the spotlight, a swing in the opposite direction seemed inevitable. While the “barely-there” shades were popular, it now appears larger-than-life shield-style sunglasses are taking the hot trend.