Top 10 Glasses Styles to Explore in 2017 (Guest Post)

Eyes may be the window to the soul, but glasses are the frames through which we see the world.

​Read on for our list of the top 10 trends in eyewear.

​1. Wire Rim Glasses

Wire rim glasses aren't just for your grandpa anymore. Hipsters across the country have latched onto this old school style. Wire frames are a super flattering style that keep the face bright and open. They are also much more lightweight than bulky plastic frames, making them ultra comfortable for all daywear. 

​2.  Wooden Frames

Go artisan with a pair of wood grain glasses frames. This striking style is totally unique, giving your look a stylish finish. Wooden frames add a fresh take on a classic style with their unusual, natural texture. Stand out from the crowd with these unconventional spectacles.

​3. Affordable Reading Glasses

Millions of Americans need magnification to read, but are constantly misplacing their reading glasses. Routinely picking up a new pair from the drugstore can add up fast, which is why many people are exploring more affordable solutions. Reading glasses modeled after old school paper 3D glasses are a super lightweight, affordable solution.

​Say goodbye to the heartbreak of losing a pair of expensive reading glasses, and hello to an affordable, lightweight alternative when you shop Rainbow Symphony for your pair.

​4. Rose Colored Glasses

Things are looking rosy with these popular blush hued frames. An updated take on last year's clear frame trend, these translucent pink rims are funky, feminine, and youthful. The see-through material keeps your face bright and visible while the rose tone gives the look a playful kick.

​5. Cat Eye Frames

This retro style has been crowd favorite for decades for a reason. This old school shape is very flattering, accenting your cheekbones and making your eyes look fresh and alert.​

6. Vintage Frames

 For those looking for something super unique, the flea market or second hand store can be the perfect place to dig up a one of a kind pair of frames. Get custom lenses fit to your prescription and you’ll be turning heads all over town.

​7.  Ombre Lucite

 A more modern take on horn rimmed glasses, two-tone frames have been popping up on the runways and on the streets. Featuring an ombre fade from dark to light, these lucite spectacles are striking and fresh.

8. Thick rims

Make a bold statement with a pair of thick-rimmed glasses. Wide tortoise shell frames are a dramatic, stylish option to frame your face.

9. Metal Bridge

 Frames accented with a wire bridge over the nose, is a fresh, but classic twist on the ubiquitous hipster glasses. This gold accent catches the eye and helps set these frames apart from the pack.

​10. Roosevelt Glasses

For those who feel that square shaped glasses don’t do their face justice, the rounder Roosevelt glasses are the perfect choice.

​Try Something New

 If you’ve been wearing the same pair of glasses for years, it’s time to update something other than your prescription. Check out one of these styles to refresh your most important accessory!