As fanatics about frames, we all fully appreciate the value of a good piece of facial furniture. We say don’t think of your specs as a medical device, see them as a piece of jewellery, a unique accessory – if you’re got it, flaunt it! Now how about taking it a step further – why not enhance your whole look with an iconic piece of eyewear?

A few examples of eyewear icons – the stylish ones that is, we’re not talking Dame Edna here – Karl Lagerfeld, never seen dressed in anything other than a high collar, a tie, his leather gloves, and a huge pair of specs. Think of Audrey Hepburn, peeping out from behind her huge plastic sunnies in breakfast at Tiffanys. Elvis in his Vegas shades, Michael Caine in his black rims. Real icons are not always the trend setters of today, they are the figures back through history who stay true to their style.

Karl Lagerfeld In His Iconic High Collar And Huge Specs

So how do you do iconic? You need to think about your signature look, and consider the wardrobe personality of your clothes. Classic, eclectic, edgy, vintage, casual, chic or fashion victim – your specs need to reflect your style, your personality and your budget. Unless you’re a total fashion Chameleon and you change your look more often than Kylie, you need something wearable that screams your name. Like a personal scent, you want people to recognise that style and think of you.

When you’ve sussed your clothes personality, make sure your specs reflect this, and then always base your choice around a similar type of frame, such as skinny metals, chunky plastics, fancy, plain, big or small. You can stay in fashion while keeping true to your look, and everyone will always remember you as the person with the cool specs!