4 Classic Eyewear Shapes To Try For A Fresh Look

4 Classic Eyewear Shapes To Try For A Fresh Look

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If you look at trends in the eyewear market, people are looking to buy premium products at more affordable price points. 

The Gen Z demographic is willing to pay more for high-quality accessories, but luxury companies need to emphasize product materials and features that can genuinely make a difference in wearers lives. One way for consumers to find the right balance is to choose a style worth the investment.

Different face shapes match well with various eyewear styles, but it also comes down to personal style. Fashion trends come and go, but a few mainstays have evolved over the years while remaining chic and timeless. Have your pick of what might be your next go-to to revamp your look:

The Aviator 

Historically, the aviator shape has been popular for various generations. There’s never been a time when it wasn’t in vogue, but Ray-Ban truly made aviator eyeglasses a staple of their collection. Initially crafted as sunglasses for the military, the iconic shape eventually made its way onto red carpets and stadiums before trickling into the homes of millions of eyewear consumers.

As the brand shifted to other optical avenues, they crafted Aviator Optics — a line of classic aviator frames fitted with prescription lenses featuring anti-reflective and anti-scratch coating. Newer models even up the ante by featuring titanium frames in polished finishes. 

These frames have a timeless sense of star quality, making them the perfect addition to any look. You don’t have to be grunge or army-core to make these work, but they do have that special flair when paired with a fresh bomber jacket and a fitted tee. 

The Panto

Oversized frames have a reputation for being sophisticated and primed for luxury. Fashion icons like André Leon Talley and even the Duchess of Sussex often favor them. Oversized panto frames, in particular, take the best of both worlds from rounded and more rectangular frames, featuring a less rounded brow section, a full base, and a curved lower half. 

The versatility and chicness of this shape make it perfect for the wearer looking to embrace their inner haute couture. If you’re still unconvinced about how often you can pull this look off, style maven Anna Wintour even kept her signature pair of oversized panto sunglasses on while doing an interview for the Hulu documentary on Vogue magazine during the 1990s.

The Cat Eye

The cat eye was briefly relegated to a box as people associated it with kitsch, but the reclamation of this vintage, girly shape has kicked into full gear. Eyewear brands have gone back to creating amazing frames with the cat eye in various materials and colors to match any aesthetic. 

They’re especially great when paired with layered and feathered hairstyles, usually the most flattering styles to maximize your volume. When you consider the length and volume of your hair when choosing frames, it can help to pin down the exact shape that flatters your face the most. Because of their inherent cheeky and feminine touch, cat eye sunglasses (and even eyeglasses) work wonderfully whether you have long tresses or a short bob. 

The Wraparound

The wraparound style may seem too niche, but it’s been a staple of unique eyewear since the ‘60s. Their origins can be traced back to the aviator shape, initially being a modified creation meant to reduce glare even further. Then, the dawn of retrofuturistic looks made these more of a fashion statement beyond practical outdoor use. 

You don’t have to be relegated to snow gear all year to make these work. If you look at some of the latest fashion campaigns across the globe, you’ll likely come across stylish wraparounds, such as the Dior VeryDior M1U nylon sunglasses. The modern take on this shape is elegant yet fun, making it the best accessory for someone who wants to stand out.