Eyewear has become much more than just sun protection or vision enhancement: it is becoming an essential component of personal style. With every season, new styles emerge or re-emerge, and Fall 2009 is no exception. Some stunning and stylish choices are available for both sexes, and there is an eyewear choice perfect for any style.
The Vision Council has recently published their picks for the hottest eyewear trends of the season in their Eyecessorize newsletter. Accessorize highlighted all the hottest styles of the season, which ranged from classic chic to futuristic glam. Here are their choices for the best of the Fall 2009 eyewear trends:
Best Fall 2009 Eyewear For Men
The favorite trends for men include a little bit of everything, from the past to the future. The first new fall eyewear trend for the guys is the “Classic Comeback”, which shows the old fashioned frames from the 50’s and 60’s re-emerging. These were the times when eyewear was more basic, and you’ll notice a lot of heavy frames, dark colors, and simple looks with this trend. Guys who like the basic but classy will love the air of sophistication this lend. The next trend for men was called “Flying High”, referring to the perpetual popularity of the aviator style frames.
These pilot inspired glasses and sunglasses prove that some trends are timeless: the aviator style is perfect for guys who want to look classic and fresh all at once. The last trend for men was quite different from the other two choices: the “Sci-Fi Revival” is all about metallics, mirror frames, and shiny surfaces which call futuristic space stations to mind. The Sci-Fi revival is actually more than a simple revival of Sci-Fi style because 2009 has left its mark on this eyewear in the form of more unique frame styles than the previous generation of mirrorshades had. If cutting edge trendy is your style, you’ll love these.
Best Fall 2009 Eyewear For Women
The top Fall 2009 trends for the ladies range from a revival of old-style movie glamour to ultra-modern rocker chic. The first fall 2009 trend for women is the “Feminine Mystique”. This style has its roots in the classics, but adds a modern twist with the uniquely tinted lenses: In Feminine Mystique style, the lenses have a gradient tint, with the darker color at the top which fades into a much lighter tint on the lower half of the frame. If you are a woman who loves the look of a casual yet refined style, this will work beautifully with your wardrobe. The next hot trend for women is “Retro Redux”.
This style is very much rooted in the glamorous classics of yesteryear. Think of Grace Kelly at her most stunning and you’ve got the essence of this style. Old-style glamour will be yours with eyewear like this. The frames are inspired by looks from the 1920’s and 30’s, using the stark lines to create an all-new glamour. The final top trend for women’s fall eyewear is the “Rocker Chic”. This trend is all about the bling: think rhinestones in pink, green, purple, and black, in today’s trendiest patterns. Skulls, hearts, and splashy logos are the standouts in this ultra-modern, rock star style. If you love tattoos and rock star style, along with some bling to spice it up, this is the look for you.
Eyewear today is an integral part of individual style, and the hot new choices for autumn are ones that you can really make your own. Whether you are male or female, you will find something to love in the Eyecessorize list of hot eyewear trends for Fall 2009.
Sarah Rose is the content editor for Just Eyewear. She writes about prescription eyeglasses and frames.