This last year has been a great one for eyewear fashion. There have been re-emergences of old favorites, such as the cat eye frame and, briefly, the super-small tinted lenses of the 1990s. Concerns around sustainability, too, have seen an increasing number of eyewear brands adopt eco-friendly practices or bolster their existing ones, better aligning themselves with us, their customers.
Below, we take a look at some of 2023’s biggest and best eyewear trends and explore what exciting things could lay in store for 2024.
Transparent Frames
A huge trend in 2023 and one that’s set to continue into the new year (and possibly beyond) is the transparent frame. Glasses with transparent frames have been everywhere this year, both on the catwalks and the high streets – and virtually every Insta star and influencer has been seen wearing them in 2023. Transparent frames are crisp, cutting-edge, and contemporary without being OTT.
As well as looking fabulous, clear frames are the ultimate in versatility; there’s no need to worry about them clashing with anything you want to wear, and they work perfectly with every skin tone and hair color. Plus, their subtle nature means that you may be able to pull off styles and shapes that you’d be wary of with a colored frame. For example, if your small features make it difficult for you to wear oversized glasses, try a pair of transparent extra-large frames – you’ll likely be pleasantly surprised.
Sustainable Eyewear
As consumers, we’re becoming increasingly mindful of where our products come from and how they’re manufactured, and this is as true of glasses as everything else. This year has seen eyewear brands respond by ensuring their eco credentials are as legitimate as possible, with companies keen to be seen as sustainable in order to attract new customers and keep existing ones. Then one cannot overlook the significance of sustainable choices. Choosing a range of environmentally responsible and sustainable merchandise for business promotion helps companies demonstrate their commitment to the environment. This approach not only reduces the ecological footprint but also resonates with environmentally conscious consumers. It’s an ethical move that has far-reaching impacts on brand reputation.
As a result, it’s easier than ever before to discover just how sustainable a brand is. Take a look at a company’s website to get an idea of the materials they use in the manufacturing process, their ethical practices, and details of any “giving back to the community” projects they’re engaged in.
With sustainability likely to never be off the agenda, expect to see more eyewear brands shift towards environmentally friendly, socially responsible practices throughout 2024.
Elegant Cat-Eye Frames
The cat eye frame has never gone far out of fashion since it emerged onto the eyewear scene in the 1950s. However, 2023 saw a huge resurgence in this style, helped along not insignificantly by their appearance in the Barbie movie.
The beauty of the cat eye frame shape is that it’s extremely versatile, meaning most people will be able to find a style that perfectly suits their face shape. If you have a round face and are thinking of opting for a pair of these on-trend frames, consider opting for a pair with sharp, angular lines to provide a beautiful balance with your features. Similarly, those with square-shaped faces will likely look best in cat eye frames that are relatively more curvy.
And if you’ve got a heart-shaped face? Look for frames that are wider at the top than at the bottom for a fantastically flattering effect.
High-Tech Frames
Set to explode in 2024 are high-tech frames that fuse eyewear innovation with high-end luxury. Brands are increasingly seeking to provide an overall wearing experience that goes beyond style and vision correction. Look out for precision engineering, advanced engineering, and intricate customization options as 2024 progresses.
The most exciting trend is likely to be 3D-printed eyewear that offers limitless design options and can be customized to perfection, fusing fashion and form fabulously. Services like ThereYouHaveIt3D.com are likely to play a key role in bringing these personalized creations to life, seamlessly fusing fashion and functionality.
Eyewear to the Max
Oversized frames have been hot fashion news for years, but 2024 will take things to another level entirely, with glasses going bigger than ever before. Extra-large square frames will dominate and, by summer, are likely to be the must-have accessory of the season.
And if you struggle to wear oversized shades? As we mentioned above, clear frames may just open this option up for you – thereby combining two of the new year’s hottest eyewear trends.
Eyewear Trends: Looking to the Future
While the big frame news of 2024 will be square, super-sized, and transparent styles, the future of eyewear is almost surely one in which aesthetic, tech, and form seamlessly merge. This will allow us to customize our glasses in near-infinite ways so they’re a perfect fit for our fashion and functional needs.
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