Horn Eyeglasses

Horn-rimmed glasses are named after the material with which they were originally named. But now, they're commonly referred to as a pair of dark, thick, plastic eyeglasses. This type of retro style has been around for many years, so they're the perfect type of eyeglasses for someone who wants to go for a retro or classic style.

Also called “horn-rimmed glasses,” tortoise-shell frames were first introduced in the early part of the 20th century. While they were originally made of tortoise-shell or animal horn, these materials were banned in 1973. And since then, they have been made of stained plastics that imitate the look of these materials.

Horn-rimmed glasses are a type of vintage eyewear that was once made of horn or tortoise shell. But since these materials have been banned in the early 1970's, they consist of plastic that has been made to resemble the look. The look was popularized in the 1950's, when Buddy Holly started wearing them. And they have continued to be a fashionable choice throughout the 20th Century.

Here are some examples of eyeglasses that are currently trending:

• Transparent Eyeglasses — Clear frames have been in fashion for the last year, because they can match everything in your wardrobe.
• Aviator Eyeglasses — These frames resemble the look of Top Gun, but with the utmost in visibility.
• Metal Wire Eyeglasses — For Harry Potter wannabees, these frames look nerdy. But that's the whole point.
• Topline Eyeglasses — Without a distinct bottom edge, these frames can make strong facial features less pronounced.

Be sure to look at the broad selection of eyeglass frames that we have at Extra Eyewear.

Here are some of the common face shapes and the types of frames that work well for each one:

• Round-Shaped Face — Frames that are as wide as they are tall work best for this type of face, because they make its proportions look slimmer.
• Square-Shaped Face — Frames with a lot of curves work best for this type of face shape, because they soften the angles.
• Oval-Shaped Face — Frames that are as wide or wider than the broadest part of your face will work best.
• Heart-Shaped Face — Frames that make the top of your face look narrower and your chin look wider will be your best choice.
• Diamond-Shaped Face — Angular frames with edgy elements that complement your face's angular features will work best.
• Oblong-Shaped Face — Tall frames that will make your face look more proportioned will be your ideal choice.

If you're looking for a place to buy quality eyeglasses online, be sure to look at what we have at Extra Eyewear.