Are vintage retro glasses in style?

Vintage style glasses are absolutely in style. A range of frame styles that can be considered retro are practically timeless; cat-eye frames and aviator-style eyeglasses seem to be permanent fashion staples, so don’t hold back on trying these styles if you’re interested.

Where can I buy retro glasses?

You can buy great value retro eyeglasses online at EyeBuyDirect. These styles have all the appeal of vintage-style glasses but are made with lightweight modern materials for up-to-date durability and comfort.

Do round retro glasses suit every type of face?

Round retro glasses are more suited to more angular face shapes, like square or rectangular. Old-school round eyeglasses tend to be more circular than modern oval-shaped frames, so taking your face shape into consideration is a smart idea.

Where can I buy retro reading glasses?

EyeBuyDirect is a great place to get low-cost, high-quality retro reading glasses. Retro styles are perfect for reading glasses; something like a round, wire-frame style is lightweight, comfortable and can give you a sophisticated, studious vibe.

Which eyeglass styles are retro?

Many different styles of eyeglasses can be considered retro. Round metallic frames have an unmistakably vintage vibe, and cat-eye frames are ideal for a bold-but-sophisticated touch. There are many more retro styles, so take the time and browse our full selection of retro glasses .

Can you get non-prescription retro glasses?

If you want a pair of retro glasses purely for the style, EyeBuyDirect offers non-prescription lenses with any frame. Retro styles are undeniably fashionable and can improve practically any outfit, so just select the non-prescription option when choosing lenses if you don’t need them for vision correction.

Retro Glasses, Women and Men's Old-School Styles

Retro Glasses for Men and Women

Reviewed by: Dr. Matthew Miller, OD on August 13th, 2020

The future is Retro! These styles never date. At EyeBuyDirect, we offer the very best in vintage and retro glasses from the 1950s & 60s, funky frames from the 1970s and bold, chunky, gloriously over the top frames from the 1980s...

Check out iconic styles such as our perfectly round 60s-style frames made famous by the likes of Gandhi and John Lennon no less, or our Wayfarer-style glasses, as worn by such luminaries as Audrey Hepburn, Buddy Holly and The Blues Brothers. These prescription lenses and frames are sure-fire hits, add to that their functionality and sheer feel-good factor and it’s no mystery why they’ve stayed in style down the decades.

Timeless Retro Frames

What makes a pair of eyeglasses retro? We think it’s the overall profile of the frame. People usually think of retro eyeglass frames as rounded, metallic, and classic. Other styles, like tortoise or classic black, also feature that old-school touch that makes retro-style eyeglasses shine.

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Buying eyewear online with EyeBuyDirect is as hassle-free as it gets. After ordering you should expect your eyeglasses within 7-14 business days. Don’t worry if your frame doesn’t fit you perfectly. We have a 14-Day Fit & Style Guarantee, which means you can return your purchase within this timeframe.

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FAQ

Are vintage retro glasses in style?: Vintage style glasses are absolutely in style. A range of frame styles that can be considered retro are practically timeless; cat-eye frames and aviator-style eyeglasses seem to be permanent fashion staples, so don’t hold back on trying these styles if you’re interested.

Where can I buy retro glasses?: You can buy great value retro eyeglasses online at EyeBuyDirect. These styles have all the appeal of vintage-style glasses but are made with lightweight modern materials for up-to-date durability and comfort.

Do round retro glasses suit every type of face?: Round retro glasses are more suited to more angular face shapes, like square or rectangular. Old-school round eyeglasses tend to be more circular than modern oval-shaped frames, so taking your face shape into consideration is a smart idea.

Where can I buy retro reading glasses?: EyeBuyDirect is a great place to get low-cost, high-quality retro reading glasses. Retro styles are perfect for reading glasses; something like a round, wire-frame style is lightweight, comfortable and can give you a sophisticated, studious vibe.

Which eyeglass styles are retro?: Many different styles of eyeglasses can be considered retro. Round metallic frames have an unmistakably vintage vibe, and cat-eye frames are ideal for a bold-but-sophisticated touch. There are many more retro styles, so take the time and browse our full selection of retro glasses.

Can you get non-prescription retro glasses?: If you want a pair of retro glasses purely for the style, EyeBuyDirect offers non-prescription lenses with any frame. Retro styles are undeniably fashionable and can improve practically any outfit, so just select the non-prescription option when choosing lenses if you don’t need them for vision correction.