7 TYPES OF TRENDY EYEWEAR FRAMES YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT

This article was purposely written for glasses lovers all over the world. Nerd is the new trend. The uses of glasses is to protect the eye basically. To correct eyesight and also protect the eye from dust and other mishaps that can damage your sight. 

Today on Menimist Mag, we will show you the types of glass frames you should consider when going on eye wear shopping. Check this out.

THE CAT EYE

This is one of the best classic eyewears in the world. Worn by Marilyn Monroe in the 80's, the cat eye has risen from the fashion dead and it taking over the world. It is distinctively known by its potruding end brim which makes it look like a cat's eye.

THE SQUARE FRAME

This distinctive frame is the direct opposite of the cat eye. Its more masculine due to the angular shape; which makes it more popular with the male set.

THE AVIATORS

The aviators have been very popular with aircraft pilots as a fashion trend but now it is very popular with the population of eye wear lovers. It is distinct due to the line on top of the two eye sets; connecting to each other

THE WAYFARER

This is one of the most popular frames out there and the most popular brand is the Ray Ban Wayfarer. It has a retro geeky look that makes it more versatile. Its a variation of a square,round and rectangle frames.

THE RECTANGLE FRAME

This type of frames is perfect for people with rounder faces. Its key characteristics is the narrow and angular lines which is perfect for official and professional people.

THE OVAL FRAME

The oval style is a variation of the rectangle and round, offering wearers that ‘something in-between’. Oval frame shapes soften facial features so it may not be a good choice if you have a fuller face. The characteristic of this frame shape is its elegant appeal; it makes the wearer appear more mature minded and intellectual.

THE ROUND FRAME

Round frame shapes were made popular in  1970-90’s. Over-sized round sunglasses have been seen on the likes of Audrey Hepburn, Nicole Richie, and Paris Hilton whereas smaller round frames were popularized by John Lennon, Ozzy Ozbourne and Harry Potter. The main characteristic of the round frame shape is its ‘retro geek-chic’ style. It gives wearers the old ‘geeky school girl/boy’ appearance.