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.
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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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