What's in style right now for women's prescription glasses?

How do I choose the best women's prescription frame style and shape for my face?

Do women's prescriptions for glasses differ at all from men's?

Can prescription glasses frames in the wrong shape or color make women look older?

What's in style right now for women's prescription glasses?

They say a woman’s work is never done, especially when it comes to keeping up with the latest fashion trends. We want to know that you’re in the know, so kindly read on to read up on the trendiest women’s prescription glasses of the moment.

Allow us to start with a frame that never goes out of style: the timeless, ever-sophisticated cat eye reading glasses. To exude elegance and join the ranks of glamour girls like Marilyn and Audrey, seek out a pair like Fat Cat or Clawstruck. Overlook offers a slightly updated version of this trend, with its oversized, more squared-off shape.

If you’re in search of an entirely different animal, embrace the flouting of convention that’s huge in the fashion space right now. Bold, oversized readers, as well as geometric shapes, exaggerated contours, and vibrant colors, are the name of the game. Look no further than Fun Park and Chutzpah’d to demonstrate.

How do I choose the best women's prescription frame style and shape for my face?

If you’re a woman on a mission to find the frames best-suited for your face, you’ve come to the right place. In pursuit of your worthy goal, you’ll want to consider the following. First, take your face shape into account. You can peruse our Fit Guide for more specificity, but as a general rule, those with more angular features will look their best in softer, more organic shapes, while rounder-faced folks will shine in frames with sharper angles. 

When it comes to glasses, size does matter. We humans were blessed with craniums of all different shapes and sizes, and we take all that into account. Whether you have a narrow, average, or wide-sized noggin, we’ve got oodles of well-fitting frames. And, of course, never discount your own personal taste – you’re your own woman, and deserve to see yourself in frames that feel like you.

Do women's prescriptions for glasses differ at all from men's?

You’ll notice that our frames are categorized as either men’s, women’s, or unisex. Don’t worry: we won’t sound the alarm if you purchase a pair that doesn’t align with your gender. The differences between men's readers and women's reading glasses are mainly in frame styles and sizes, which are always tailored to suit different face shapes and personal preferences. However, as long as you choose your correct prescription and size, feel free to hang your hat on any pair you please. There aren’t any differences between men’s and women’s sizes – our narrow, average, and wide sizes apply to everyone – so there’s nothing stopping you from selecting a pair designated as men’s. The primary pursuit in purchasing prescription glasses should always be adhering to your personal comfort, style, and vision needs rather than gender norms.

Can prescription glasses frames in the wrong shape or color make women look older?

There’s nothing quite like the disappointment of finding a pair of eyeglasses that screamed your name, only to discover they aren’t as flattering as you’d imagined. Particularly for our ladies who have been around longer, glasses that evoke a more youthful appearance might be on your wish list. The good news is that most of our fabulously fun frames will make you appear younger by virtue of their sheer playfulness. However, keep in mind that half-rim reading glasses and rimless frames are more unforgiving when it comes to eye bags and crow’s feet. Also, frames that have a downward slope to the outer corners may make you appear more tired. Reach instead for frames in bright, quirky colors or glasses that slope upwards for an instant facelifting effect.