Material

Metal eyeglasses are pioneers, noted for their traditional styling, sleek profile and understated elegance; then again, today’s contemporary designs integrate these timeless virtues with au courant flavour.

There is no contest when it comes to the diverse colour choices plastic frames offer. Yet, you can never go wrong with the basic black and brown metal rims for an intelligent and sophisticated look. If you are really passionate, you certainly have the option of choosing dazzling colours ranging from red, blue, green and fuchsia.

Although plastic frames are sturdier, the malleable nature of metal allows metal glasses to be adjusted a lot more easily than plastic. Memory metal eyeglasses are increasingly popular for their durability, flexibility and have the ability to revert back to their initial shape even after being repeatedly bent or twisted. Titanium is another highly recommended alternative that offers the benefit of ultra-lightweight, durable and corrosion-resistance.

Metal frames have a variety of different finishes: polished, flat, bronzed, gold, silver, copper, pewter, platinum and lightweight titanium. During the day, a muted metal works best with natural light, while opting for polished metal helps glam it up in twilight! In any case, there are numerous ways to express yourself with your favourite metal frames.

Unlike the sleek silhouette of metal, plastic glasses often come in thick, chunky styles for bold and dramatic looks.

Plastic eyeglasses come with great varieties of colour to match any outfit or mood.

Typically, plastic frames are sturdier than metal, which is why we often recommend plastic for children’s frames, sport-aholics and for reading glasses, which are often placed anywhere but where you left them!

If you can’t decide on one single colour or you feel like mixing things up, try a pair of duotone glasses with a jolt of contrasting colour on the temple. Plastic glasses with layered colours on the inner and outer part of the frame are also extremely popular. This layering effect softens the flashy appearance of an otherwise vibrant colour that might be too overpowering for your face.