The 5 best eyewear hacks for choosing the very best eyewear/glasses for you!
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July 14, 2022We’ve all been there-it’s that time of year again and you’ve had your eye exam, your optometrist walks you out to choose your new eyewear and you see literally hundreds of frames lining the shop walls.
Whether you’re a new glasses wearer or a well-seasoned glasses veteran having to choose your new glasses from racks and racks of seemingly identical frames can be daunting. Questions race through your mind-Which frame should I choose? Which shapes will match my face? Should I go bold or should I go minimal? Stay calm, dear reader-you are not alone!
Here’s are the 5 must do things to do before choosing your new glasses!
Eyewear hack # 1
Ask yourself-“ What do I want my glasses to say about me?”
Maybe you want to look smart and sophisticated. Perhaps, you want to show your fun, creative side. Maybe you want to want your eyewear to show you have edge. Asking this question hones into your wants and needs and focuses your aim of the final look you want to achieve.
This one question can transform your eyewear shopping experience and at One Optics, we always ask our dear customers this before guiding them.
Once, you know that, then choosing glasses frames with that in mind gets so much easier!
Want to show edge? Classic shapes with distinct, bolder details can do just that. Combining lighter more feminine colours and anchoring them with edgy black can also achieve this.
Creative and fun? Try bold colours or patterns! This year, the sky’s the limit! Geometric shapes that move away from the classic rectangle or oval shapes are trending heavily in 2022 and suit most face shapes. These shapes accentuate a fun-loving spirit and pair well with creative personalities.
Eyewear hack #2
Look for glasses that vibe with your current personal style.
Are you in casual wear most of the week? Then maybe that professional serious looking frame isn’t for you. Try a lighter neutral colour crystal acetate to go with your jeans and a T shirt looks. These neutrals allow you to mix up patterns and colours without the risk of clashing colours while choosing frames with softer angles/shapes amplify the casual look. Clear frames are in this year and there seems to be no stopping the true neutral of clear frames.
If you are in office wear most of the week- then, you’re in luck this year! Professional looks no longer equal generic and boring. Niche eyewear designers know better than anyone the virtues of bold details on a minimalist glasses frame to elevate a wearers style. Solid colours with edgy shapes add flair to office looks without being too dramatic or too out there.
Eyewear hack #3
Ask yourself :What did I love/hate about my current glasses?
A lot of our customers know exactly what they loved and what they loathed in their previous glasses frames and we always guide them accordingly. Asking this important question helps to elevate what you loved and to avoid the pitfalls of your last pair.
Did you love the bold colour and style of your last frame- Then, goodbye basic browns and blacks! A world of colours and patterns await you. There’s no shortage of colours in our collections and they are usually the first to fly off the shelves. Statement eyewear that reflects your personality never goes out of style.
Perhaps you liked the fact that you could wear your previous pair with any outfit-then neutrals are where your eyes should be looking. This season’s looks revolve a lot around interesting neutrals, from opaque looks or trendy crystal acetates that come in every colour these days. Transparent colours mean that you can explore colour without going too bold as they appear translucent on the face rather than solid colour.
Did the last pair hurt your nose? Then choose frames without nose pads or made from the lightest possible materials like Titanium or Stainless steel. Eyeglasses materials are ever expanding, and many new designers work hard to alleviate that pressure of wearing glasses all day. We always aim to pair sleek frame design profiles and light weight ophthalmic lenses to increase your comfort for hassle-free all-day wear.
Eyewear Hack #4:
Don’t box yourself in to choosing eyewear shapes/styles you’ve had before.
At One Optics, we’ve seen the most amazing transformations from just expanding the shapes our customers try on. Don’t be afraid to try on a shape that you’ve never tried before-you’ll be most pleasantly surprised. Remember-A frame sitting on a shelf looks completely different on an actual person, so go ahead and explore!
Many people incorrectly believe that they must wear, say, a square shape because they’ve been told that in the past but sticking to that rule with no exceptions when choosing new glasses limits development of your own personal style.
For example, upswept/cat eye looks are trending this year and is an often-unsung hero on most faces- new wearers may worry that they will age them when it’s a completely opposite effect-it’s a youthful look that is probably here to stay. The main reason is that this sweeping shape lifts the whole face, drawing the eyes away from a softer jaw to the eyes and if you have high cheekbones-well, then this shape is heaven sent for you to celebrate that gift!
If you’ve only had solid colour frames, try on some Crystal acetate frames and watch as they allow your eyes to take centre stage. Like oversized styles? Transparent or translucent coloured eyewear are easier to pull off as there’s less chance of your glasses wearing you rather than the other way around.
A tip for you with lighter coloured eyes-crystal frames allow people to see your beautiful peepers while solid colour frames may steal the attention away from your eyes. Let them shine!
Eyeing a frame on the shelf but think it won’t work on you? You literally won’t know if you don’t try it! We always create a fun, no pressure environment for you to try new styles without worry!
Eyewear hack #5
We left the best for last:
Explore independent eyewear designers instead of the usual fast fashion brands.
It’s a little-known secret that “Designer glasses” these days are mass-produced for mass markets-they are not meant to stand out and are made with generic shapes that will look “just ok” on anyone’s face. What’s the point of a brand name if it’s boring-you’re basically paying for a logo rather than the actual design. Stick with your typical brands if you want to look like everyone else but if embracing your individual style is on your agenda then exploring different brands is the shortcut to doing so.
Independent eyewear designers have a true passion and flair that translates into cutting edge styles that break the mold. Whether your look is minimal and sleek, or bold and colourful, the new designers these days can help you achieve that individual style you crave.
If you want to look different from the masses, you’ll have to look in a different direction.
Our customers know the pleasure of wearing frames that help them stand out in the crowd and get constant compliments because it speaks to their inner style so well! Nothing beats that feeling!
So, in the end-feel free to define your own personal style by exploring past the boundaries of what you’ve always done. Have fun with experimenting with different styles in store and listen to your instincts as you try on your eyewear options. Try out some of these hacks above to help define your look and always, always have fun!
