https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bold-glasses-for-me Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 18 Apr 2026 15:58:59 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bold-glasses-for-me/page/2#post-2223343 Sun, 12 Sep 2021 23:14:12 +0000 slim cat 2223343@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like thinner delicate frames better on you. Of course it’s just the starting point- hope to see more fun options . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bold-glasses-for-me/page/2#post-2223322 Sun, 12 Sep 2021 21:46:38 +0000 Janet 2223322@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the feedback, all! I got a chance to look at a couple more yesterday, very briefly, at See. Store was almost at closing time so I didn’t take much time. These are a bit less dramatic but still a little different for me. I may look again tomorrow at some places. And I will probably look when we are back home. No rush. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bold-glasses-for-me/page/2#post-2223306 Sun, 12 Sep 2021 20:09:03 +0000 Gail 2223306@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You can totally pull off a statement frame! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bold-glasses-for-me/page/2#post-2223240 Sun, 12 Sep 2021 14:29:54 +0000 JAileen 2223240@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I must be the only one that thinks they look clunky on you. &nbsp;Sorry. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bold-glasses-for-me/page/2#post-2223220 Sun, 12 Sep 2021 12:51:15 +0000 N 2223220@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>As a glasses wearer I always follow the latest eye wear trends. You have to get new prescriptions often enough so there is no reason not to. Big and bold are in now. The ones you have chosen look great!! Tortoiseshell ones are my fave, I had a pair of Tom ford tortoiseshell ones before this pair (the kids broke my last like 2-3 frames ). Evolution of my frames over the last 10 years. My faves are picture 3 but the ones I have now are not too bad. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bold-glasses-for-me/page/2#post-2223109 Sat, 11 Sep 2021 22:40:48 +0000 missvee 2223109@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the shape and weight of the ones you chose, but maybe in one of your signature blue colours? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bold-glasses-for-me/page/2#post-2223083 Sat, 11 Sep 2021 18:36:27 +0000 Lesley 2223083@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Um, I LOVE THEM on you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bold-glasses-for-me/page/2#post-2223072 Sat, 11 Sep 2021 17:16:11 +0000 bj1111 2223072@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fab look!</p> <p>Have you tried tom Ford? <a href="https://www.tomford.com/eyewear/women/optical/" rel="nofollow">https://www.tomford.com/eyewear/women/optical/</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bold-glasses-for-me/page/2#post-2223064 Sat, 11 Sep 2021 15:40:58 +0000 Eliza 2223064@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Like the idea of a pair of statement glasses to compliment you and your wardrobe. You can carry the heavier looks; can also get impact with other characteristics of the glasses. You can use a bit of color that showcases your eyes, go titanium light with an interesting frame shape and I think your dilemma will become how to choose among all that works for you. I was reluctant to use my glasses as statements, yet let myself be pushed out of my comfort zone by a knowledgeable salesperson. It took a few tries to find my sweet spots. Good to take pics as you go, as well as time to consider the variables. Happy choosing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bold-glasses-for-me/page/2#post-2223022 Sat, 11 Sep 2021 12:39:43 +0000 Janet 2223022@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, everyone!</p> <p>Lynette, I had some cateye frames a few years ago but my husband doesn’t like them, and they’e a little too specific or retro for me, as someone from Baltimore where the cateye thing is a big part of a cliche/caricature look here. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bold-glasses-for-me/page/2#post-2222976 Sat, 11 Sep 2021 04:47:56 +0000 Lynette 2222976@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Late to the party but my initial reaction before reading the comments was that statement frames are great on you but I would like to see them in you in a fun color! Also just for fun it would be great to see a pair of cat eyes on you. Maybe too bold for your first pair? But I think you could rock them! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bold-glasses-for-me/page/2#post-2222853 Fri, 10 Sep 2021 20:22:53 +0000 Janet 2222853@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, thanks everyone! It just goes to show you that we carry certain perceptions about ourselves that should be challenged from time to time. I wore bold glasses when I first started to need them, back in the 80s, but it was the era of big glasses and big everything. LOL</p> <p>I’ll keep these in mind and start a more thorough search. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bold-glasses-for-me#post-2222820 Fri, 10 Sep 2021 18:57:51 +0000 Jonesy 2222820@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am in total agreement to go bolder (vs. more "invisible" frames)! These are definitely bold and they fit you well and look chic, IMHO. I really like Angie's idea of having a few pairs to sort of play around with. Since I dropped contact lenses a few years back (I have extremely dry eyes, so I could no longer tolerate them), I have purchased a few different pairs. I have a pair of relatively bold tortoise shell frames, and a pair of navy wire aviators--I think wire rims are coming back into vogue, right alongside bolder plastic frames. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bold-glasses-for-me#post-2222787 Fri, 10 Sep 2021 17:11:47 +0000 Helena 2222787@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Joining the chorus - I'm not good with glasses, but this look works so well on you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bold-glasses-for-me#post-2222783 Fri, 10 Sep 2021 17:08:39 +0000 Angie 2222783@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>KILLER FABULOUS.</p> <p>VERY GOOD FIT <b>Janet</b>, which is hard to do with this type of thick and heavy frame! LOVE!&nbsp;</p> <p>I think they are sensational as a SECOND pair, but not as your only and default pair.&nbsp; Definitely try to get them too - budget permitting </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bold-glasses-for-me#post-2222755 Fri, 10 Sep 2021 15:44:19 +0000 Suz 2222755@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fun direction! They really do make a statement. I always love specs that do that. I think Bijou is right -- this is a fab place to start and then do some comparison.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bold-glasses-for-me#post-2222752 Fri, 10 Sep 2021 15:32:00 +0000 Anonymous 2222752@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've read the comments above, I see the "chunky" factor, I still like them. I especially like that while bold, the shape is roundish. They also look very well made.</p> <p>You might want to have more than one pair for variety and even more importantly, because the weight of statement glasses might mark your face if worn often or for long periods of time. Maybe you alternate with contact lenses?</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bold-glasses-for-me#post-2222749 Fri, 10 Sep 2021 15:06:00 +0000 Kyle 2222749@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the direction, definitely. I think you can pull of statement glasses for sure as you have a bold style and confident presence. Maybe check out a few other options before deciding. I’d love to see something with a just slightly less chunky frame, I think. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bold-glasses-for-me#post-2222707 Fri, 10 Sep 2021 12:01:00 +0000 Anonymous 2222707@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes from me too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bold-glasses-for-me#post-2222705 Fri, 10 Sep 2021 11:35:15 +0000 Mainelady 2222705@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, you can do it! I understand the wish for the glasses to disappear and not be a part of your look. &nbsp;As I embraced my own gray, I began to think <i>I&nbsp;</i>was disappearing. I thought I looked colorless. When it was time to update my glasses, I went for thicker frames in bolder colors. I began to think of my glasses as another accessory, not just a necessity. The more intentional frames really enhance my eyes. &nbsp;You have gorgeous eyes! Why not showcase them? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bold-glasses-for-me#post-2222701 Fri, 10 Sep 2021 11:09:35 +0000 Star (Lise) 2222701@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Janet, I have the same thinking as you.&nbsp; I have always had to wear specs and never wanted to draw attention to them.&nbsp; I have mostly worn contact lenses since my 20's but since covid that was not such a good idea for obvious reasons.&nbsp; My specs for the last 20 years were silver rimmed.&nbsp; With my hair going silver I felt like they were making me look even older than I am and insignificant.&nbsp; So I took the plunge and got 2 new bold frames, one in a burgundy wine color and one in purple/lilac color.&nbsp; I love them.&nbsp; What a difference to the way I feel about wearing specs now.&nbsp; I may give up wearing contact lenses completely.&nbsp; I think you would look lovely in a teal pair or some colour that contrasts with teal, or other colours in your wardrobe.&nbsp; Black can be a bit harsh as we age though.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bold-glasses-for-me#post-2222696 Fri, 10 Sep 2021 10:56:04 +0000 Preppy Pear 2222696@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I definitely, absolutely think you can do statement frames but I think these are a little big - I, too, remember Angie’s advice about not covering the eyebrow.<br /> I’d love to see you in something blue or black - more you? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bold-glasses-for-me#post-2222695 Fri, 10 Sep 2021 10:34:41 +0000 Kathie 2222695@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love a bolder frame on you! And, I agree with Jamie and the SA. At least right now, I think acetate frames look more modern while the rimless styles are a more conservative choice. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bold-glasses-for-me#post-2222692 Fri, 10 Sep 2021 10:24:09 +0000 lyn67 2222692@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This pair makes a fab statement and looks great on your face in general, but I would like to see a similar pair with somehow&nbsp; less material <b>in the bridge area </b>only.<b></b> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bold-glasses-for-me#post-2222672 Fri, 10 Sep 2021 03:36:51 +0000 Carla 2222672@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ugh! &nbsp;You are reminding me that it will soon be time for eye check-up and the new frames/specs search. &nbsp;I like my current frames from December 2019 so much, I just might get the lenses replaced.</p> <p>Bold works better than those invisible ones, IMO, though I think the pair you show is a tad large. &nbsp;You want a bit of brow reveal, and for the bottom part of the frame to not touch your cheeks, the nose piece to be between your eyes (not lower or higher.) &nbsp;I always do the smile test with bunched up cheeks, IYKWIM, in order to test the frames. &nbsp;Otherwise eyes look centred in the lenses with these ones, so that is good. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bold-glasses-for-me#post-2222671 Fri, 10 Sep 2021 03:29:23 +0000 unfrumped 2222671@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What Bijou said. Or something to try at least. Dark frames, in the black or blue, navy or similar cool palette, not wire or frameless, but maybe a little thinner.<br /> And depends some on your prescription, ( though you can’t get a trial run of that) , which adds distortion. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bold-glasses-for-me#post-2222670 Fri, 10 Sep 2021 03:29:05 +0000 Aquamarine 2222670@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree you can carry a statement frame, and that it can definitely look less aging than a lighter “invisible” frame. Not sure these are the ones but you should definitely explore similar frames.</p> <p>I have both kinds of frames myself because sometimes I *don’t* want the frames to be the first thing people see. Just a thought. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bold-glasses-for-me#post-2222669 Fri, 10 Sep 2021 03:04:36 +0000 Brooklyn 2222669@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like them! I do think the more statement styles look more intentional and modern. If you can afford it, why not buy 2 pairs. One more statement, one more invisible. That way you can wear according to mood. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bold-glasses-for-me#post-2222667 Fri, 10 Sep 2021 02:29:23 +0000 NancyW 2222667@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Try the Lower East Side: Moscot for frames, small Scotch and Soda for shopping, the Essex Market for treats, including a terrific spice merchant, the Tenement museum for immigration history and hundreds of choices for lunch! The Moscot customer serve is excellent. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bold-glasses-for-me#post-2222658 Fri, 10 Sep 2021 02:06:16 +0000 Jaime 2222658@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love them. Maybe this is not the ultimate pair, but definitely a great direction. I am with your husband and SA that the intentional bold frame is more you and more stylish than the trying to be invisible type. </p>