Men used to have little choice in the type and style of frame that was available to them. Their choices usually were big, bulky plastic frames or dorky-looking metal frames. It’s no wonder that eyeglasses were not a fashion favorite. Thankfully, the fashion world has taken over and men’s frames are no longer an eye sore. They’re fashionable and functional and there is a wide variety to choose from. Here are the top five trends in men’s eyeglasses.
Aviator glasses have become a top favorite for both men and women when it comes to sunglasses. The aviator shape has been expanded so that there’s a frame to fit nearly every face. The actual aviator frame may not be a top choice for consumers to wear as eyeglasses but when put with a tinted lens, it’s an instant hit! Another great masculine shape is the double brow-bar style. It’s often seen in semi-rimless frame styles but it’s also popping up among the full framed set as well. The lower portion of the frame will look hidden or appear as if it’s not there at all so the double brow-bar can be the prominent point. Both styles are incredibly attractive and masculine looking.
Another great trend is the larger, over-sized frame either with a thicker frame or bigger lenses. While women like to don this look, too, it’s a very masculine-looking style that seems to be a throw-back to years gone by. Often looked at as a vintage frame or vintage-style frame, the materials used to make the over-sized frame look stylish are actually quite modern, so you’re only taking away the retro-feel. Be careful not to overdo it though. If your face is a bit on the smaller side, you may want to opt for a smaller frame like the styles worn by the Beatles in the 1960s. Over-sized frames may be too over powering for smaller-framed faces.
For the barely-there look, opt for rimless frames. Over the past decade, this style of frame has been the go-to choice for people who don’t want their glasses to define them. For a true disappearing act, make sure your lenses have an anti-reflective coating. The rimless style is pulled off by carefully placing screws into the lenses to hold the stems in place. If you prefer a more prominent look instead of the minimalistic look, aim for semi-rimless eyeglasses. They’ll show just a touch of the frame without over-powering your face. Both frame options are incredibly light weight and comfortable.
It’s a well known fact that men like to buy things that last a while, so titanium is a great material choice. Since titanium is light weight, hypoallergenic, non-corrosive, and durable – it’s a natural choice for men. This trend has been around for a while and doesn’t seem to be disappearing any time soon. The frames are both fashionable and functional plus you can opt for frames that include a flexible element. When combined with titanium, flexon frames surpass the strength and durability of any other frame. Strong glasses are always in style.
For a younger look, opt for plastic frames. You can get them in nearly any style and any color. They’re fashionable, comfortable, and can be used as a fashion accessory. One tip: don’t buy cheap glasses in plastic – just because the price is super low, doesn’t mean a thing. The eyeglass frames will like break in an instant because they are made with cheaper materials to help keep the cost down. Discount eyeglasses are one thing, cheap frames are another. Be a smart shopper when looking into any of these trends.
Hillary Glaser is a social networking specialist and expert in cross-media promotion, currently working on promoting prescription eyeglasses. She is the Director of Marketing and Special Projects for GlassesUSA.com – the easiest way to buy glasses online, which now offers free shipping on all US orders with the code FreeShip10.