https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/updating-eyeglasses Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 20 Apr 2026 23:43:38 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/updating-eyeglasses/page/2#post-2099787 Mon, 17 Feb 2020 22:53:47 +0000 CarolS 2099787@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I went for years without new glasses because I could NOT find a frame I could stand. Like you I have a small face, but not delicate features. I wanted drama but not Iris Apfel drama. I wanted classic, but not boring. Edgy but not ... well, you get it. The style when I was looking was that slight cat eye, which felt too big for me. Plus I didn't want something that "everyone" had. Sigh. I finally found these from Ann &amp; Valentin. In red of all things. But it's a reasonably subdued red with lots of black marled in, and it adds a bit of colour to my face. I thought I wanted tortoise or black frames, but my salesperson thought that brown wasn't going to work as well for me anymore now that I have let the gray come into my hair...&nbsp;</p> <p>Anyway -- I sympathize with the challenges of finding just the right pair. You have to look at them every day, so you kinda have to feel good about your glasses. Good luck and do share what you find!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/updating-eyeglasses/page/2#post-2099777 Mon, 17 Feb 2020 22:25:46 +0000 Anne 2099777@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh man .... :)&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/updating-eyeglasses/page/2#post-2099637 Mon, 17 Feb 2020 13:44:13 +0000 Janet 2099637@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is a resurrected old thread, folks! Just FYI. I have had new glasses for six months now.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/updating-eyeglasses/page/2#post-2099635 Mon, 17 Feb 2020 13:36:26 +0000 Anne 2099635@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>No wisdom here, but I get a lot of compliments on my glasses, Jimmy Choo 202. I have the Dark Havana and the navy blue. The Havana I purchased from a local shop, the blue I ordered off the internet. The Havana fit better; the blue ones run larger.&nbsp;</p> <p>Just throwing that out there to help you figure out what you might like! Like you, I bought these after coming off a slight cat eye frame, too. Good luck!!!!</p> <p>(I'd add a Find, but none of the websites would let me and I have to get to work ...)</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/updating-eyeglasses/page/2#post-2099620 Mon, 17 Feb 2020 11:39:24 +0000 Cee 2099620@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>" The name's Bond... Janet Bond... " </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/updating-eyeglasses/page/2#post-2048491 Sun, 28 Jul 2019 19:58:20 +0000 Aliona 2048491@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love those frames, Gaylene!</p> <p>Janet, I know exactly what you mean about specs wearing the person as opposed to the opposite. The Res/Rei are less bold than they look, but I confess the pink Deromes push the envelope for me. I only got them because DH likes them. I am pale with mostly white hair so the pink doesnt look quite as bold on me as it does on the darker model, dépit being a thick frame. My optician said that women my age do better with colour or pale frames as dark frames can be harsh. I’m not one for colour so went pale. </p> <p>For those buying Anne et Valentin recently, how have you found their ability to go the distance? I bought some 3 years ago and another last year. The 3-year-old ones are doing well, but the pair I got just last year broke at the temple a few weeks ago. I talked to my optician about fixing to make them my readers, but she pointed out places where the plastic is weak and said it wasn’t worth it. She says it’s very frustrating to sell high-end glasses because often companies build a reputation then sell their brand to a bigger company that doesn’t maintain the quality. (I don’t know if this is A&amp;V or if I just got a bad pair). I called the shop I bought them from but they no longer carry the brand so it’s on me to contact the company myself. It’s a shame because I really like their styles and they are confortable on me. I think Angie’s red specs may be A&amp;V. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/updating-eyeglasses/page/2#post-2048479 Sun, 28 Jul 2019 17:55:09 +0000 Eliza 2048479@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Kerry beat me to suggesting Ann et Valentin; also Face a Face may be worth checking out. </p> <p>I am right there with you on wanting interesting, but not busy frames. I go to a fantastic optical shop, but have felt like I landed pushed beyond my comfort zone on occasion. Will follow with interest. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/updating-eyeglasses/page/2#post-2048475 Sun, 28 Jul 2019 17:36:15 +0000 Gaylene 2048475@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If you want to have some fun designing your “perfect” pair, check out the Dilem brand: <a href="http://www.dilem.fr/en/concept" rel="nofollow">http://www.dilem.fr/en/concept</a></p> <p>I have a collection of different temples to switch up the mood of my Dilem glasses which are several years old now but still seem fresh to me because of their versatility. This year I updated my prescription sunglasses and transitionals using frames from a Dutch brand, Roger, and an Austrian brand, Neubau.<br /> <a href="https://www.rogereyedesign.com/Home.html" rel="nofollow">https://www.rogereyedesign.com/Home.html</a><br /> <a href="https://neubau-eyewear.com/" rel="nofollow">https://neubau-eyewear.com/</a></p> <p>I like to keep my specs interesting, but not too quirky and the European brands have always seemed to hit my sweet spot. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/updating-eyeglasses/page/2#post-2048439 Sun, 28 Jul 2019 14:22:20 +0000 Janet 2048439@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, Kyle. Hmm, I’m not sure about round styles on me. But then, I’m not sure super angular is good either. LOL I don’t know what I need anymore. </p> <p>What did you end up getting? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/updating-eyeglasses/page/2#post-2048437 Sun, 28 Jul 2019 14:15:40 +0000 Kyle 2048437@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just finished shopping for frames and round styles are what’s new right now. They weren’t good for me, but you never know until you try. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/updating-eyeglasses/page/2#post-2048436 Sun, 28 Jul 2019 14:12:38 +0000 Janet 2048436@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Kerry, some of those look really cool. Maybe I need to go to NYC to shop for new glasses! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/updating-eyeglasses/page/2#post-2048420 Sun, 28 Jul 2019 12:48:24 +0000 kerry 2048420@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Too quirky?</p> <p><a href="https://anneetvalentin.com/en/optical/" rel="nofollow">https://anneetvalentin.com/en/optical/</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/updating-eyeglasses#post-2048412 Sun, 28 Jul 2019 12:19:01 +0000 Janet 2048412@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Those are really cool, Aliona. That’s the kind of thing I wish I could wear, but they end up wearing me. </p> <p>I was at an art event last night, where many interesting frame styles are always in evidence, and realized that some people have a great ability to carry a very distinctive frame that becomes a big part of their look. Lots of colorful frames, especially. But unless I already know the person, I tend to see the glasses before I see anything else, and I don’t think that’s what I want for me. So I want something interesting, yet quietly so. I’m not sure where that takes me. I haven’t had a chance to go frame shopping yet. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/updating-eyeglasses#post-2048345 Sun, 28 Jul 2019 04:20:50 +0000 Aliona 2048345@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The young graphic artists (male and female) in my office are wearing round styles — quite large round frames on the women. I just ordered two new pairs, this pair in green from a company called Res/Rei<br /> <a href="https://www.resrei.com/collections/flowers/angelica/" rel="nofollow">https://www.resrei.com/collect...../angelica/</a> and a pale pink pair from Xavier Derome (cant find the link on their site but the specs themselves are featured at the top of their homepage right now). I ordered both based purely on comfort as I have a fussy nose. I need to switch frames each day to avoid problems.</p> <p>Theodora, your Mum looks fantastic, and very on trend; those specs are perfect on her! Staysfit, I love your Lafonts. I really like that brand. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/updating-eyeglasses#post-2048323 Sat, 27 Jul 2019 22:54:38 +0000 ChrisM 2048323@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just ordered a pair of See CORE glasses model 0543 in a blush color. They had quite a nice selection of glasses that were just a little different.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/updating-eyeglasses#post-2047944 Fri, 26 Jul 2019 12:49:28 +0000 Janet 2047944@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don’t think I can shop online for frames. Approximately one out of a hundred actually look acceptable on me, LOL. I can’t imagine ordering enough to find a pair that works for me. I am just one of those people who does not look cool in glasses. Especially not in glasses that are “cool.” </p> <p>I suppose I’ll have to take an afternoon sometime soon and go visit some eyewear shops. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/updating-eyeglasses#post-2047936 Fri, 26 Jul 2019 12:26:05 +0000 Theodora 2047936@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Carla and Astrid - the glasses my mom is wearing are made by “See” eyewear, lol; that was not a capitalization error. That is the brand name. She went to see “See” frames, and bought those great ones! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/updating-eyeglasses#post-2047823 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 22:43:33 +0000 Susie 2047823@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've been wearing glasses more frequently lately, especially for work where I get tired of messing with readers. I don't really like shopping for specs, I find it overwhelming. I got Kate Spade earlier this year in tortoise with orangey red sides. I think this is them.&nbsp;</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.framesdirect.com/kate-spade-karlee-eyeglasses?color=4">https://www.framesdirect.com/k.....es?color=4</a></p> <p>I have the most luck with Oliver Peoples frames; they just seem to fit me well. I have a pair in a pretty shade of blue that I still wear even though it's not my most current Rx. I also have a pair of Tiffany with dark fronts and the Tiffany blue sides, which I didn't wear much as they just weren't as comfortable.&nbsp;</p> <p>I've tried Krewe too; they have some interesting styles.&nbsp;</p> <p>Good luck!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/updating-eyeglasses#post-2047636 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 15:35:25 +0000 notsaf 2047636@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Sal</b>, too bad we don't have <b></b>Kate Sylvester in the US!</p> <p>I agree sunglasses are always easier than eyeglasses, since they're more fashionable from the start.</p> <p>I've been wearing some dark sounded cat eye frames from Gucci for the last two years, and am also feeling ready for an update. Like&nbsp;<b>Gretchen</b>, I'm interested in something a bit lighter (maybe also because it's summer?).</p> <p>I've been thinking about aviators, because they feel current but also jube with my 70's streak.&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ray-ban.com/usa/eyeglasses/RX6489%20MALE%20001-aviator%20optics-black/8053672833300?category_Id=404611">https://www.ray-ban.com/usa/ey....._Id=404611</a></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/updating-eyeglasses#post-2047605 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 14:40:43 +0000 Astrid 2047605@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Theodora, that is awesome! Love the glasses, they suit her. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/updating-eyeglasses#post-2047593 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 14:22:58 +0000 Carla 2047593@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Theodora, who makes your mom's glasses? That is what I'm looking for! Kuddo's to your sister - and your mom. Perfect fit! Fabulous! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/updating-eyeglasses#post-2047577 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 13:55:17 +0000 Theodora 2047577@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Okay. If you want to see what my 87 year old mom got for her new glasses, here is the photo. Totally cool cat eye glasses, in a color I never thought I’d see her wear, after years of wearing the same type of ugly large brown plastic frames. Thanks to my sister, who brought her to See glasses in Los Angeles! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/updating-eyeglasses#post-2047057 Tue, 23 Jul 2019 19:18:09 +0000 JuniperGreen 2047057@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I also have a shallow nose bridge and glasses constantly slide down and hit my cheeks!&nbsp; I agree that nose pads help - but that doesn't stop me from trying on dozens of pairs looking for pad-less frames that sit high enough!&nbsp; If you have any luck on such a rare find, report back!</p> <p>This spring I got these in the matte blue -&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="https://orgreenoptics.com/product/waikiki-801/">https://orgreenoptics.com/product/waikiki-801/</a></p> <p>I like that they offered the light weight of a wire frame but the visual "heft" of the chunkier plastic styles that I like.&nbsp; And of course the nose pads keep them sitting nice and high on my face.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/updating-eyeglasses#post-2047044 Tue, 23 Jul 2019 19:04:20 +0000 Astrid 2047044@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I went specs shopping about four months ago and ended up picking two pairs because I couldn't decide. That's the first time ever that I own two pairs at once... Another pair of plastic frames, more square than the frames I had lately. They're tortoise - black, brown, blue and yellow. And I got oversized (for me) metall frames with nose pads. They're two tone, matte black and brushed silver. These do have a bit of a cateye, which works well for me. I thought I'd prefer the plastic frames, but I've been wearing the metal frames almost exclusively. I like how lightweight they are (also visually). And the nose pads are so comfortable, I didn't expect that. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/updating-eyeglasses#post-2046875 Tue, 23 Jul 2019 00:20:47 +0000 Janet 2046875@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lisa, Krewe looks very cool! The Rampart wire frame looks really interesting, but there is nowhere near me to try them. I can't imagine ordering glasses that unique without being able to try them on. Sigh.&nbsp; </p> <p>On second thought, that style would probably just make my already large nose look enormous. Never mind! LOL&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/updating-eyeglasses#post-2046874 Tue, 23 Jul 2019 00:13:46 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 2046874@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I got&nbsp; grey glasses this year (I rarely wear, except for travel) from Krewe. I really like their optical choices and their sunglasses as well. &lt;<a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.krewe.com/collections/optical">https://www.krewe.com/collections/optical</a>&gt; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/updating-eyeglasses#post-2046706 Mon, 22 Jul 2019 16:05:08 +0000 Gretchen 2046706@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I ended up going metallic when I bought my latest pair. My other pairs are strong colors (burgundy, navy) and I wanted something lighter. </p> <p>These read more as bronze on top with gold rims. That works well w my coloring and makes them feel more like jewelry than statement glasses. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/updating-eyeglasses#post-2046619 Mon, 22 Jul 2019 12:20:16 +0000 Janet 2046619@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ah, I see I'm not alone! Thanks for all the suggestions, words of wisdom, and commiseration. I'd be curious to see Angie chime in.</p> <p>On first glance it almost seems like anything goes (thick bold frames! wire frames! aviators! cat eyes!), so I feel a bit overwhelmed by options. The truth of the matter is, I want distinctive yet sophisticated. Not something that competes with my face -- many "quirky" styles really are too much for me and my current style goals. It is very easy to cross the line into seeing the glasses rather than me. I don't mind that in sunglasses but not for regular glasses.</p> <p>I have had success with LaFont frames in the past, Staysfit. I may need to look at their current offerings.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/updating-eyeglasses#post-2046598 Mon, 22 Jul 2019 10:57:58 +0000 kkards 2046598@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>i hate buying new glasses....last time, it took me +6 months of shopping and trying....<br />and i'm not going at knowing when its time to update...so please, if/when my glasses past their wear by date, let me know! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/updating-eyeglasses#post-2046592 Mon, 22 Jul 2019 10:44:10 +0000 Staysfit 2046592@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a pair similar to Sal, it’s a crystal clear pair but still a plastic frame with some heft. I love a cat eye but it’s not the best shape for my face. I have tried a modified version, more rounded, and it was okay. It’s one of my favorite frames purchased last year. I wear it with my statement earrings, although I also wear colored frames with them as well.......although It’s ALGO! </p> <p>Another option no one mentioned yet are thin titanium wire frames. I purchased a pair this year that are octagonal. The metal is tinted blush and mint green. I believe they are made by a company called Lafont Issy and LA. They are subtle but not the same as the frameless Silhouette glasses that I have owned in the past. I get a lot of complements when I wear them. </p>