Choosing the right eyewear glasses can be difficult when there’s so much choice. Read on to find out some of the hottest eyewear trends of 2024.
As summer rolls around, and the hay fever may kick in, it’s time to put on the sunglasses. Not only do they protect your eyes from pollen and the almighty light of the sun, but they can be a fashion statement too. Have you ever seen Anna Wintour, the queen of modern fashion, without a pair on her face? As an aviator fan, I’m also buying new glasses to match my outfit. So here are some of the hottest eyewear trends we can be seeing in 2024. Read on to find the designs and trends that we are likely to see everywhere from Paris Fashion Week to the streets of Los Angeles.
1) Colourful sunglasses
If you really want to make a statement, picking a shade that’s different to the norm will definitely stand out in a crowd. Not only can the frame of the eye glasses change colour, but the lenses can too and still protect your eyes. There’s so much choice to buy nowadays you can pick your favourite colour, or go full rainbow.
2) Transparent frames
If you want to go down a different route, you can opt for a transparent frame. The lenses themselves will still protect your eyes from the glaring sun, but the frame itself is clear. These kinds of sunglasses come in all shapes and sizes so you can easily pick a style that suits you.
3) Cat eye sunglasses
Cat eye sunglasses are definitely in trend in 2024 – Forget the eyeliner and go for these instead. They definitely make a statement and with graphic angles and a wide range of choices from oversized, vintage shapes and skinny frames you can find the perfect match for you.
They really reflect a past era of stylishness from the 60s and can add a level of glam to your outfit.
4) Retro and round
Cat eye sunglasses are not only popular now, but also giving us 1960s vibes are the retro and round type of glasses. Whilst, it’s been around for a while, and we’re talking John Lennon glass style, it’s still remaining popular in 2024.
They’re comfy to wear and can be matched with any outfit. It’s a timeless, Strawberry Fields classic style.
5) Flat Top
As we’re already going back in time and coming back again in 2024, in the 40s and 50s, flat-top glasses were a definite go-to. With a straight top frame and a more of a square shape, aka flat top, these glasses are definitely coming back into fashion and are becoming one of the hottest sunglass trends.
6) Oversized
The oversized sunglass trend has never really gone anywhere, with celebrities rocking them with their fashion on a regular basis. What’s more, they’re really great for covering and protecting more of your eyes against UV rays.
7) Athletic frames
Athletic or sports frames have been growing in popularity over the last few years. These sunglasses are perfect for when you’re playing sports in the sunshine. They are more durable, but also flexible for whether you’re out walking or playing a game of tennis. They normally come certified too for safety standards, so that you know they’ll protect you throughout.
8) Eco-friendly
In 2024, one of the biggest eyewear trends is going to be sunglasses that are eco-friendly and have a smaller carbon footprint impact. There are more and more companies that are using recycled materials to create new glasses. They last a lot longer and come in all different styles.
9) Blue light blocking
Sunglasses are traditionally designed to protect against UV light but with so much of our time now spent looking at screens, blue light blocking glasses are becoming more popular.
These types of lenses filter out the blue light by counteracting it. This is said to help with any eye strain you can get from looking at various devices or bright lights. They’ve also been known to improve sleep, as looking at screens particularly late at night can cause sleep difficulties.
10) Tinted lenses
If you watch Britain’s Got Talent or America’s Got Talent, you might have wondered why Simon Cowell is now constantly wearing tinted glasses. In fact, a bit like blue light filtering glasses, they are actually coming back into trend in 2024. Colours like red, yellow and orange are becoming a new trend.
Although they add a tint to what you’re seeing on the outside, they still offer clear visibility and can help to filter out bright lights whilst still being able to see. Therefore, they offer an added level of protection for your eyes whether you’re inside or outside in the sunshine. They look stylish but also have specific benefits against harsh lighting.
Conclusion
Although we’re moving into 2024 trends, a lot of old trends particularly from the 60s and 70s are coming back around. Colourful glasses, clear frames and round, there’s definitely something for everyone when it comes to glasses.
Whether you’re looking for stylish cat eye style glasses, opting for the round and retro or having additional help protecting your eyes against harsh lights and bright sunlight UV rays, there are plenty of options to keep up with the hottest eyewear trends in 2024.