Accessorizing an outfit is an everyday routine for most of us. From putting on a pair of fantastic earrings to a chic knit beanie, little touches like these add major value to our overall look. One of my favorite accessory trends of the moment is right in front of our noses---or rather right on the end of them. That’s right -- I’m talking about glasses, specifically thick-framed, old-school reading-style glasses. The trend seems to have gained popularity over the past couple months, and as a four-eyed girl myself, I have to say, I’m stoked to see a rise in the variety of frame options that are making their way to the market! From celebrities, to professional athletes, to my own siblings, glasses are rapidly becoming the fashion accessory of the moment.
Michelle Trachtenberg, Anne Hathaway, Jennifer Aniston
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Not too long ago (think elementary school!), thanks in large part to the popularity of contacts, glasses were considered nerdy and a border-line fashion “don’t.” Speaking from the perspective of somebody who’s had to wear glasses since I was 11, I would have rather been unable to see then actually wear my glasses as a kid (which I did do -- and got in trouble for!) A few years ago I called a truce with my nerdy-self and I began to embrace my glasses, rather than run from them. As a result, I am currently the proud owner of two different yet distinct frames that complement my style and my personality! I love finding unexpected outfits to incorporate them with, and I also REALLY enjoy giving my eyes a break from contacts.
Katy Perry
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Now, you don’t need to have poor vision to rock the glasses trend, nor do you need to be a female! Plenty of places sell frames with mock lenses, so that anybody (yes, you!) can rock the librarian look anytime they please. Glasses (real or mock) are a fun and often forgotten way to spice up an outfit, or to add depth to an outfit you already love. With the variety of frame shapes (Cat-eye, square, rectangle, round, oval, and aviator-just to name a few) and endless amounts of frame colors, the options are nearly endless. Check out the frames below for some inspiration (no prescription necessary!)
Vintage "Buddy" Wayfarer Blues Brothers Clear Sunglasses, amazon.com, $3.09
Vintage "Buddy" Wayfarer Sunglasses in Red, amazon.com, $2.20
EP - 'Dakor' Classic Clear Lens Glasses, amazon.com, $12
All of these glasses can be found on Amazon.com and have clear-lenses. If you are among those of us who need visual correction, the next time you get your prescription filled, consider branching out and trying on a bolder frame, or a frame in an accent color to shake things up this season. Below are some examples of outfits that I like with the trend -- but I hope you feel inspired to seize this trend and make it your own!
Glen “Big Baby” Davis (from the Boston Celtics)
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The image is to show off the glasses, but if you like the top: Embellished Crop Top, forever21.com, $14.90
David Beckham
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Posted by Shammi on February 22, 2012 at 12:46 PM EST #