What's the difference between butterfly reading glasses and cat eye readers?

It may sound like butterfly reading glasses are a whole different animal, but they’re actually pretty similar to cat eye readers. At first glance, it’s easy to confuse the two; in fact, they’re alike enough that we categorize both as cat eyes. Butterfly frames are shaped like butterfly wings and tend to have more dramatic angles, while cat eye frames are shaped like – you guessed it – a cat’s eye, with uplifted edges that are rounded and tapered. Either way, these frames are sure to inspire some serious animal magnetism. 

Do cat eye glasses make you look older?

Quite the opposite, actually. What if we told you you could get a face lift sans surgical procedures, for a mere $95? It sounds like a fantasy, but here we are. Cat eye glasses swoop upwards, drawing attention to the outer corners of your eyes and giving your face a youthful, uplifting effect. They also highlight your cheekbones, drawing attention to the natural angles of your face. Are you purring yet?

Are cat eye reading glasses only for women, or can other genders wear them too?

There’s more than one way to wear a cat eye, as they say, and these cats don’t discriminate. Masculine faces will look dashing in bolder frames with less dramatic curvature, like Overlook. Those with feminine features will look unfailingly elegant in softer shapes and prominent swoops a la Oh Mama. Even if you don’t consider yourself a cat person (yet), you’re sure to find a feline frame that strikes your fancy, regardless if you are looking for men's readers or women's reading glasses. 

Is the cat eye glasses shape just a matter of fashion, or is there a utilitarian or practical benefit to that shape?

Practically speaking, cat eye glasses are highly fashionable. If you don’t consider being extremely chic a “practical benefit,” allow us to direct your attention to cat eye glasses’ unique ability to instantly lift your face and emphasize your stunning features. Also, we’d like to encourage you to start viewing fashion as a matter of practicality. We solemnly swear to never make you choose between fashion and function – only the best of both worlds for you, our elegant eyewear enthusiasts.

What are some of the most popular or trendy styles and designers for women's cat eye reading glasses?

A good cat eye never goes out of style. Whether you prefer a cat eye that’s bold as a lion or one as playful as a kitten, there’s a feline fashion trend that will be right up your alley. Classic shapes that conjure up the Old Hollywood glamor of icons like Audrey Hepburn and Marilyn Monroe, such as Oh Mama and Fat Cat, are perfect for those who gravitate towards sleek, sophisticated looks. The opposite end of the trendy spectrum is oversized, brightly colored, and angular, like Cattywampus, combining retro quirkiness with modern flair. Meow, indeed.

Are oversized cat eye readers in style?

Why, they certainly are, dear reader. If you have a healthy respect for formidably sized felines, this is your time to indulge your boldest eyewear fantasies. Kindly train your eyes on the paragraph above to learn more about the hottest breeds of oversized reading glasses.

Do eyebobs' cat eye reading glasses provide any UV protection?

We’ve got the good stuff, hot stuff. You can outfit your cat eye sunglass frames with our reader sunglass lenses, which are made with polycarbonate. That means they’re lightweight, shatter proof, and 100% UV protected – sunscreen for your eyeballs, essentially. They also feature an anti-reflective coating, so you can stare into the sun without it glaring back. All the more reason to have your own Breakfast at Tiffany’s moment in some seriously sleek cat eye shades. 

Should I go for oversized cat eye reading glasses, or small cat eye readers?

We’d never presume to tell you what to do, but we can tell you what cat eyes will suit you best based on your face shape. If you’re all angles and have sharper features, a softer cat eye with rounded corners will contrast beautifully. On the other hand, those with rounder face shapes should look for a more angular cat eye, which will pull attention upwards and emphasize your features. If you weren’t already, we bet you’re a cat person now.