It’s confusing these days, to quote David Bowie. Deciding on glasses, I mean. (The whole world should have such problems, no?) The reign of big ol’ 70s glasses seems nowhere near over, and yet so many of the tastemakers are wearing more demure shapes these days–or at least different shapes: the classic Wayfarers, a la Audrey Hepburn, and the cartoony-brainy-chic round glasses, of late a la Harry Potter. Proenza Schouler and Ralph Lauren–arguably on opposite sides of the fashion fence–both featured the latter in their Spring shows for this year. Which clearly means an upcoming groundswell.
So I know I’ll be succumbing soon. And if I follow my usual pattern, I will look at the high-end options, freak out at the price, look at the low-end options, freak out at the terrible quality, and end up buying a decent pair online for a decent price. I’ve gone the disposable-glasses route; not only is there invariably something funky about the construction, but it’s bad for your eyes. Ordering from a place with good variety and customer service, like Eyesglasses.com, means that Ralph Lauren and Proenza Schouler fans alike will come away happy. Because in the end, it’s only glasses; go with the sensible option and be done with it.
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