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2022’s New Glasses Trends for Men & Women
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Don’t worry, we’re not the ones who say “New year, new person! We are rather “New year, new style! And what could be better than a new pair of glasses to start the year under the best look? Creators of change, glasses have the power to make your personality shine through, and we can only encourage you to take the plunge! Want to surprise people with a new pair of glasses? VU guides you through the major eyewear trends of 2022 for the hottest look!
Glasses that break the codes with a different shape or size, it makes people talk! What is sure is that in 2022, we can only encourage you to unleash your personality, through a pair with strong character. This year, we’re noticing that the trends are more about angles (rectangular, hexagonal, square etc.). A little insight into what will work:
A bit neglected these last years, the rectangular glasses come back in force. Their shape opens the eyes and sublimates your eyes. Rather imposing on a face, it is the shape that we prefer when we have a round face that we want to lengthen. For women, rectangular shapes are elegant and offers a bewitching charm. You’ll be a hit! For men, we would recommend a rectangle/aviator shape. Some in wood color brings a real freshness to the look, and a certain confidence.
Like the rectangle, square frames are definitely the glasses of the season 2022 for women. The square asserts your personality and frees you from codes. For men, this shape remains particularly trendy, with designers focusing on rather retro angles. Gentlemen, Squares and shapes brilliantly combine great looks and style, all in an incredible palette of flake colors. For you ladies, the trend is there too, big lenses for an ultra original and chic style.
Owning an oversized pair of glasses is to assert an extravagant and completely offbeat style that we love! A men’s Aviator style frame, is perfect for recapturing the chic and sassy style of yesteryear. Women’s eyewear are more rounded, but doesn’t lose any of its panache. Its shape flirts with the good vibes of the 60s and 70s, for the more nostalgic.
Looking for a feminine and flirty pair? A pair of “cat-eye” or oval glasses is the solution to sublimate your look, and stretch your features upwards. The ultimate glamorous, chic and elegant accessory.
How about a trip back to the 1940s? At that time, Pantos glasses were all the rage with their sober lines, clean roundness and prominent hinges. The fact that they were worn a lot by the artists of that time, gives them a little “je ne sais quoi” that makes all the difference. If you like that “nerdy” and vintage feel that is so typical of Pantos, will do wonders.
In 2022, the trendy glasses for women will be metallic frames that will bring finesse, elegance and minimalism to your style. Don’t worry, acetate or plastic frames won’t disappear completely, and will be even more elaborate.
In a pair of glasses, the shape of the lenses is not everything. The temples can also play a role in your look, so they should never be left to chance. For example, we love the light touch of the temples on glasses. Ultra thin at the back at ear level, they become thicker when you get closer to the lenses. That’s what we’re talking about: thinking outside the box in terms of optical design, and letting yourself be seduced by daring creations.
One thing is for sure: the trendy glasses of the 2022 season will also be worn with a chain! Yes, you heard me right, a chain! Our grandmothers have never been so avant-garde: by adding a chain to their pair of glasses so that they can always have them with them, they have unintentionally launched a fashion accessory that brings a vintage and retro feel that boosts your look.
The metal adds finesse and elegance to your frame. It gives it a fresh, urban look that works great with casual wear. You’ll never go wrong with a metallic pair, whether gold, pink or even silver. On the contrary, you’ll be setting a trend of freedom and independence.
Daring to use color in your eyewear is a way to make your uniqueness shine. You can choose either small discreet but assertive touches, or a totally colored frame. For 2022, leave in the cupboard the models too dark or sad a little too serious, and release your glance with color.
In the age of digital art, the Very Peri pantone is voted trend of the year 2022! With shades of purple, blue and red underneath, this pantone is a perfect match for the creative spirit of colorful people. Tempted? Come to the store and try some. An atypical design and colors that unleash inventiveness awaits!
Remember the Flower Power of the 70’s? Bring that unique era back to life with tinted lenses in pink, yellow, blue or green! Give your frame that “John Lennon” look, for a look no one will forget.
If you want to add color to your frame without overdoing it, why not choose a colorful and transparent pair? You slip on discreet shades without wearing a very extravagant pair.
The color green is a very good choice for your frame, even more if your skin tone is rather cold and light. For example, you could choose an elegant khaki green, a luminous turquoise green, an elegant and mysterious forest green, or a rather sober and discreet almond green or an apple green that will increase your energy tenfold!
Gourmet glasses with round caramel, mocha or even cocoa tones! The different shades of brown provide a reassuring, calm and protective effect. You can either opt for brown plastic frames, or try wooden glasses, for a natural and forest style.
What about trying on your frames in our store? We offer you a choice of over 5,000 frames designed by bold and unique designers. Our opticians will be happy to help you choose the perfect frame, for a sublime style in 2022.
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