Men's eyeglasses trends

Stylish glasses for men are the rage – even for those without prescriptions.

And there’s nothing shady about swapping lenses to refresh a pair you already own.

Here's a quick look at what's buzzy and trendy in men's eyeglasses styles:

Aviators

This classic glasses style, launched in 1936 to protect pilots’ peepers, is now a trendy men’s style.

Update: Gold metal or skinny navy acetate modernize frames, as do yellow, ombré or reflective lenses..

Good for: shredded jeans and scuffed leather moto-jackets.

Double-bar aviators

This ’70s revival resurfaced.

Update: Black acetate rims and pale yellow lenses are popular.

Good for: Round faces

Square eyeglass frames

You can’t go wrong with this late-‘50s to ‘60s retro classic.

Update: Black lenses with black acetate frames.

Good for: Hiding in plain sight.

SEE RELATED: A helpful guide to men’s glasses

Ski goggles and chemistry lab shields

Think space aliens hitting the slopes.

Update: This ‘70s rebirth on designer glasses for men’s runways.

Good for: Anywhere other than sports or science labs. (Irony is more hip.)

Squares and rectangles

These flat-top stylish glasses for men prove it’s hip to be square.

Update: Vivid colors.

Good for: Round or narrow faces.

Out there

Once “readers” for mid-life crises, these edgy, elongated and oddly-shaped futuristic frames label you as arty.

Update: Anything unexpected.

Good for: Nightclubs, poetry readings and art galleries.

Oversized

These men's eyeglasses styles were popular in the ‘60s, ‘80s, oughts - take your pick. But trust us: They’re baaack.

Good for: Padded shoulder blazers.

Round

A round we go, with this square-jaw softener, once the geek-chic domain of eggheads, philosophers, artists and architects.

Update: Strike gold, the ore of choice for 2019 and beyond, or score with a vivid acetate frame.

Good for: Law offices and artist hangouts.

Horn rims

What makes these basics new again are bold hues.

Update: Blown-up prints and riffs, such as camouflage.

Good for: Getting attention.

Funky chunky

Thick frames proclaim wearers as creatives.

Good for: Movie sets and design studios.

Eco-wear

Gen-Z drives sustainable fashion, including men’s frames of biodegradable acetate or recycled and found materials.

How to pick your glasses: Style and facial fit

So which men's eyeglasses style will look best on you? The mirror or a virtual try-on tool may hold the answer. Your face shape may dictate which frames suit you best — but let your intuition guide you as well.

Also keep in mind comfort, fit and durability of your eyeglasses.

If you're torn between men's eyeglasses styles, even after looking in a mirror, ask your mate or a fashionable friend to weigh in on your choices.

In the end, though, choose the glasses — classy, snazzy, bold or hip — that make you smile.

SEE RELATED: Glasses that make you look younger

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