Designer Eyeglasses, Shades & Prescription Lens

Fashion eyeglasses and sunglasses: trends of 2012.

Sunglasses and eyeglass frames in 2012 is a triumph of contrasts, when trendsetters offer us models - both large and small; round and square; minimalistic and luxurious; ornated,high-tech and ecologically clean. Sunglasses of slinky forms to come into fashion again, which are wear not only athletes now, but also lovers of outdoor activities. Trends of 2012 are determined not only by the shape, by materials, by used technologies, by decorative elements but by selected color schemes too for both eyeglasses and sunglasses.

Among the latest innovations that was presented in Milan at the biggest eyewear forum MIDO, experts identify several basic styles: "Sunglasses for the Party", "Snow Queen", "Vintage Eyewear", "Minimalist Charm", "Exotica", "Moonlight". Below we have tried to illustrate these styles with models of eyeglasses and shades, represented in the collections of the leading manufacturers. Although, in our view, this division is rather arbitrary. For example, some vintage sunglasses can be safely attributed to "Sunglasses for the Party" style. Rather, we can say that of general eyewear trend in 2012 is a proportional mixture of styles and determined by the the fantasy of designer of one or another brand. To express one's own opinion we can add that youth style of "Sports Sunglasses", presented by well-known brands such as Oakley, Prada, Revo, Ray Ban, Carrera and others remain invariably popular.

"Sunglasses for the Party" style.

Dsquared2 2012 sunglasses

This style is characterized by intricate shapes, by fluorescent or exotic colors with a predominance of black, light green, green, orange and pink shades. Sunglasses made from acetate, artfully blending with the skin can create the effect of makeup or tattoo. Color is the main motive of the sunglasses, in which you are going to the beach or a party.

"Snow Queen" style.

Valentino 2012 sunglasses

Defining color spectrum is from white to a soft colorless. As recent polls, white color dominates when buying a new car (21%). In 2012, the white color comes into the world of sunglasses fashion, where it will be characterized, mainly for corrective glasses. White color for sunglasses and for prescription glasses emphasizes the exquisite form and elegant silhouettes, creating a new bright image.

"Vintage Eyewear" style.

Kate Moss in Vogue sunglasses

Vintage eyewear is a retro-chic, which returns us to the basics of the eyewear fashion of the last century but on the modern technological level. The forties years is a time of the legible and classical forms with neutral colors (gray and black). In the fifties shape of frames is transformed and is born the "cat's eye" style. The sixties and seventies is exploded by the large effusive forms. In the eighties and nineties appear first mirrored lens. Rethinking the styles of gone years by on the basis of modern technologies and materials, bold experimentation with different forms and materials create a new unique designs, where nostalgia combines with modernity. Note that the vintage style has gained popularity in recent years.

"Minimalist Charm" style.

Mariacarla Boscono and Baptiste
Radufe in an advertising
campaign Yves Saint Laurent

An attempt to break the boundaries of the urban everyday life, typical for this style, was reflected in a combination of clean lines of frames with a very bold shapes. Round form getting larger and may even turn into a square. Eyewear for young people, made from thick acetate, are often animated with patterns. In some of them you can evidently feel the spirit of the twenties. Perhaps, this style can be attributed as less brightly expressed. It, like the concept of "charm", almost defies strict definition. It is at the level of internal sensations.

"Exotica" style.

Emilio Pucci. Models 684S и 685S

Sunglasses of that unusual style is designed to help escape from a boring city life and forget about the problems associated with the downturn in the economy. Inflammatory African motifs, animalistic prints, textures, graffiti, graceful finishing details, the widespread use of wood and leather, colors, reminiscent shades of the earth, all this is mixed freely to warm the heart.

"Moonlight" style.

Silhouette Crystal Rings eyeglass frame

Moonlight as surreal veil is giving the hue of mystery all that shines. In 2012 frames, inspired by the charm of moonlight, use innovative nuances that should excite the imagination and create a figure, full of mystery and enchantment. Light is lightness and blinding glitter detail. Silver mirrored lenses contribute to a complete transformation of this accessory into a work of art that exists outside of time and space.

"Sport" style sunglasses.

Sports style remains at the height of fashion among young people in recent years. Fitting face shape of frames, bright colors of lenses, modern materials and technological innovations are the characteristic features of this popular style. Impact-resistant lenses made from modern polymers ("Trivex" and the latest novelty "Tribrid") will make your glasses are not only fashionable, but also much safer than glasses with lenses of conventional polymers.