Trends Archives

Clear Frames: Style Tips and Face Shape Guide

Written By Kara Keigan

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From runways to celebrities to fashion trendsetters, clear frames appear to be everywhere. And though they may be trending, the truth is they’ve been popular for quite some time.

The subtle, clean aesthetic of transparent eyewear makes it a staple that has been popular for years.

Have you found yourself growing tired of traditional glasses?

Translucent frames are a modern and fresh take on statement eyewear and perfect for anyone looking to stand out from the crowd. Clear frames are an understated way to add a fun and interesting take to any look.

4 Unique Eyewear Trends Straight Off the Runway

Written By Kara Keigan

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As I watched what came down the runway during the four weeks of fashion month—from New York to London to Milan to Paris—I was amazed at how often the looks included trendy eyewear. While we fashion folks are introduced to new things every fall and spring, some eyewear trends continue to pop up.

Whether it’s introducing a new trend or reminding us that an old trend is here to stay for another season, runway shows serve as an idea of what’s to come.

I rounded up the best of the best from the four weeks of fashion month to show you some exciting eyewear trends.

Celebrities With Glasses: 10 Looks That Are Red Carpet Ready

Written By Shorey Andrews

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We look to celebrities to help us determine what’s cool and trending in the world of fashion. They have all of the right connections and stylists at their disposal to look their very best, no matter where they choose to spend their time. And when it comes to celebrities with glasses, they always have the most stylish and trendiest looks.

Of course, many celebrities have big incomes and can pay the big bucks to have someone dress them from head to toe, but when it comes to sporting the best specs, celebrities are just like us.

Take a look at the below eyewear worn by your favorite stars to help inspire your very own look.

Bella Hadid

She is the supermodel of the world, but that doesn’t stop Bella Hadid from taking some time to choose the perfect pair of glasses for her show-stopping face. This skinny cat eye look has been slowly rising in popularity and is the perfect fit for an eye-catching statement. This celebrities with glasses example is sure to inspire you!

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Vintage Frames: 5 Old-School Glasses Still On-Trend Today

Written By Shorey Andrews

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Vintage frames have become trendy again! And as trends evolve, we often forget where they came from in the first place. Eyeglasses started to take shape in Europe around the 12th century and have certainly come a long way since.

In the beginning, eyewear was a practical and necessary means for those who had trouble reading. In the 1930s, people who wore glasses were often subjected to social embarrassment. It wasn’t until the late ‘60s that eyewear found its proper place in the fashion world, with stylish designs beginning to take shape.

Let’s have a look at how some of today’s most popular frames have stood the test of time.

Horn-Rimmed Vintage Frames

Horn-rimmed vintage frames are a common choice for glasses-wearers of all ages, but that wasn’t always the case. When they first came on the scene in the ‘20s, they quickly lost their appeal due to their lack of durability. Instead, metal frames became a more economical choice during the Depression. The evolution and subsequent popularity of horn-rimmed frames grew with the expansion of metal browlines in the ‘50s and oversized designs by the 2000s.