Colours
Add a dash of style and a touch of class to your wardrobe this summer with the latest in fashion eye wear. Blacks, browns and dark matt colours are prominent in many collections, often highlighted by bright splashes of colour on temples and trims. Some ranges use a different colour on the inside of the frame to create a striking contrast. If you're looking for something more colourful, why not try one of the latest designs in a rich purple or burgundy? This year also sees a growth in classic retro designs, echoing those of the 50's and 60's with tortoiseshell and black plastics making a comeback.
Shapes
Rectangular shapes are still prominent, but styles are definitely getting larger, with a return to softer, retro inspired curves; great news for progressive lens wearers!
While flat fronted metals still produce a bold, eye-catching effect giving impact to your eyewear, the retro trend has brought a great range of chunky acetate models in rectangular and cats-eye shapes. If you prefer a softer, lighter look, the latest range of semi-rimless frames provide a fashionable alternative.
Detailing
In fashion metals,temple designs and trim details still make a big impact in many ranges. High quality Italian acetate temples with bold colours and rich textures are now joined by more slender metal versions, sometimes layered with different colours, adding interest to the frame without being overpowering. Stylish trim details, sometimes in contrasting shades or highlighted with diamantes, also provide that fashionable finishing touch on some models.
In contrast, the retro latest ranges feature simpler temples and minimal detailing, letting these classic shapes speak for themselves.
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For Guys
Rectangular metals in traditional colours are still popular, but the latest collections offer some exciting alternatives for the man who wants something different. Frame styles are getting larger and deeper, with a great range of flat fronted metals in matt finished earthy tones featuring in many collections.
This year is a great time for guys to wear retro, with a fabulous range of chunky plastics in black and tortoiseshell joined by classic 50's inspired semi-rimless frames with dark, heavy brow-bars. Go on, dare to be different!
