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5 Hot Eyeglasses Styles for 2012
If you’re looking for a new or stylish look, figuring out this year’s trends helps. Since trends change every year, there are some unique things that you need to know about to ensure that you stay on top of the world of fashion. Find out the top 5 styles that will be worn this year!
Color Block Glasses
For woman that want a sophisticated look, color block glasses seem to be the most popular form of eyeglass wear. These glasses can come in a warm browns and blacks, which gives off a look of professionalism for the wearer. They are recommended in the workplace and for woman who constantly find the need to dress up for various events and activities. These can also be worn as everyday glasses for women that have a triangle-shaped face.
Cat-Style Glasses
For women who like to be a little more unique and out there, cat-style eyeglasses have become fairly trendy. They are different from eyeglass trends seen in previous years, and have been worn by many models and celebrities. Pay close attention while watching television and you just might catch a pair. This style works best for women that have a rounded or oval facial structure, rather than sharp features that could make them look goofy.
Contrasting Glasses
A new type of eyeglasses making a debut this year is the contrasting lens and frames glasses. These lens and frame have contrasting colors to really make your eyes “boom”. While these are a little scarce now, they are quickly becoming more and more popular as people begin to give them a chance. Surprisingly, this combination looks wonderful and really brings attention to a person’s face. Don’t worry about getting negative attention however, everyone seems to love these glasses.
Odd-Shaped Glasses
Glasses that are oddly-shaped are another pretty popular style that has increased in popularity over the past several months. These can be heart-shaped, oval-shaped, etc. You can pretty much get them in any shape imaginable, as long as they aren’t boring squares or rectangles. Go try them out, you may just be impressed by who you see looking back at you in the mirror.
Over-Sized Glasses
Finally, over-sized glasses are another trend that has become super popular this year. When we think of these types of glasses we think back to old women, but these have been altered to look young and trendy. They aren’t as big as you would see in a movie — which enlarges them to make it more obvious — but rather are only slightly bigger. With larger glasses you can attract more attention, and like before, this attention will not be negative. This style works best for woman with a rounded facial structure.
These are the biggest trends that have hit the streets this year. 2012 has definitely become a great year for purchasing new eyeglasses, one of these styles is bound to fit your new look, so go out and give them a try.
Guest author Sara Roberts is a content contributor for Just Eyewear, a fashionable purveyor of all things eyewear. Never ordered online before? You can get your first pair for free.
