For many years, glasses have been associated with images such as that of the "nerd" or the "bookworm". A misconception was widespread: those who spent a lot of time studying had vision problems and therefore had to wear glasses. This is not only completely false, there has been a turnaround in the past 15 years. Eyeglass wearers are not only seen as an intellectual accessory, but also attractive. Of course, it all depends on the type of frame. With glasses that give you, in addition to the right look and attitude, people will see you and immediately think, "What a charming person!".
Steps
Part 1 of 3: Choosing the Right Glasses
Step 1. Determine the shape of your face
The balance between your face shape and the frame will affect how others judge the beauty of your glasses and your features. Generally, a symmetrical face is considered beautiful, so when choosing the frame, you should look for a good proportion between the right and left side of the face, but also between the top and the bottom. Here are four of the most common faces:
- A rounded face usually has full cheeks and a soft chin. The height is almost equivalent to the width.
- A square face has a strong jaw line. The features are more defined and angular. Also, the forehead tends to be wider than the lower half of the face.
- An oval face has relatively harmonious features, even if it is longer than it is wide. It tends to be characterized by high cheekbones, in addition it has a thinner chin than the forehead.
- A heart-shaped face is characterized by a broad forehead, accompanied by a tapered, pointed chin. In addition, the cheekbones are relatively high.
Step 2. Choose a frame that flatters your face
If it is too big, it will unbalance the symmetry of the face and the aesthetic result will not be the best. You should use frames to help balance less pronounced facial features or distract attention from more pronounced ones. Here are some tips for different face types:
- If you have a round face, you can choose a frame characterized by well-defined details. The shape of the lens should be wider than it is long. It is necessary that the glasses have lateral nose pads, because they will prevent the frame from accentuating the roundness of the cheeks too much.
- For a square face, consider a frame that softens the angular jaw and elongates the relatively short face. A wider than a deep frame is ideal. Prefer wide and thin lenses.
- An oval face is usually harmonious by nature. To maintain this balance, you should look for glasses with a frame whose width coincides with the widest part of the face. You can also choose walnut-shaped glasses, which keep your features well balanced.
- If you have a heart-shaped face, choose a frame that is wider at the bottom than at the top. Prefer the ones without a border. The glasses will thus be lighter and will attenuate the width that characterizes the upper part of the face.
Step 3. Choose thin lenses
Double ones are not only heavy and bulky, they can also give you a nerdy vibe. As much as you miss a lot of diopters, you don't have to wear thick, easily noticeable lenses. Thanks to the advances made in the field of optics, you can buy lightweight lenses that are much thinner and more elegant than normal ones.
The thin and light lenses are made of a special material. The most used for this process, namely polycarbonate, is lightweight, impact resistant and relatively cheaper than other thin lenses
Step 4. Choose colored frames
If you can afford several pairs of glasses, try to use colors creatively. You can match the frame to clothes, the weather and even your mood. In any case, for a well thought out and complete look, you should choose a cold or warm color depending on your skin undertone.
- The cold colors are blue based, while the warm ones are yellow based. Almost all people fall into one of these two categories. However, there are also individuals who have a neutral undertone, so they can use both types of colors.
- Skin tone is closely related to its undertone. If it is hot, the skin will tend to take on shades of yellow, peach or gold, while if it is cold, it will have shades of blue, pink or red.
- Here are some examples of warm colors: camel, khaki, golden, copper, peach, orange, coral, off white, red and light tortoise.
- Here are some examples of cool colors: black, silver, pink with brown shades, bluish gray, plum, magenta, pink, blue, amber, dark tortoise.
Step 5. The frame must be matched or balanced according to the type of skin and hair
Many tend to overlook the characteristics of their skin. If it tends to be oily, shiny frames can draw attention to the skin and ruin the final look. A matte frame is preferable for shiny skin. You must also consider the thickness of the hair.
Hair often thins as we age, but glasses can distract attention from the hairline. Choose a frame that's thick and noticeable to draw attention to the eyes. It should have firm, firm angles to better define the jaw
Part 2 of 3: Balancing Makeup and Glasses
Step 1. Hide the shadows with the corrector
Even the most delicate frames and lenses will cast at least a small shadow around the eyes. This can make it appear that you are tired or have dark circles, especially if you tend to suffer from them already. To brighten the eye area, you can do the following.
- Use concealer. In this way, you will naturally even out the complexion and reduce dark circles. Remember to apply some on the mobile lid as well.
- Use natural techniques to lighten the skin. Make a mask at home to even out the complexion: you will avoid buying more expensive corrective cosmetics.
Step 2. Use a gel eyeliner
There are several types of eyeliner that you can use to draw attention to the eyes despite being hidden by the lenses, but the gel one is considered one of the best, especially if you wear glasses because you are nearsighted. This type of lens can in fact make the eyes very small.
Avoid intense eye makeup: together with frames, they can create a confusing and shapeless result. Smokey eyes can make the eye area look too dark
Step 3. Curl your lashes to prevent them from banging against the lenses
It is annoying to clean your glasses every five minutes to get rid of the sebum that has transferred from the lashes to the lenses. To avoid this, you should curl them. This also allows you to have an alert and awake look.
- If your natural lashes are banging against the lenses, avoid lengthening mascaras. Instead, use a volumizing or thickening product. Concentrate the application on the roots rather than the tips.
- To prevent mascara from getting on your lenses, use a creamy, water-resistant formulation. If you have been opening it for more than three months, the product may flake and end up on the lenses.
- When you curl your lashes, focus on the base. Do not tighten the curler too much, otherwise you risk to curl them excessively. At this point, you can also fold them in the central area to get a good result.
Step 4. Make sure that the eyebrows are not hidden by the frame
This is especially important if you have chosen a thick one. Thicken them with a special pencil to get a good shape and definition, in order to create a greater balance between eyebrows and glasses.
Step 5. Add a pop of color to lips and cheeks
Apply some blush to your cheeks. It will warm the complexion in general. Strong frames can be balanced by using stronger lip and cheek colors, but you should avoid applying too much product. Lipstick, in particular, can be the same color as the frame or it can create a contrast. Decide what effect to get based on the clothes you wear and the day.
Part 3 of 3: Wear the Glasses with Pride
Step 1. Be confident
Maybe wearing glasses makes you uncomfortable, especially if you've recently put them on. However, the truth is that many famous people, considered beautiful and charming, wear them. By choosing the frame that best suits your face, in the right color and with thin lenses, you may be better off with glasses than without!
Having good self-esteem has been found to have a big impact when it comes to physical appearance. Maybe you think your mindset doesn't affect how others perceive you physically. However, it is possible that you simply need to boost your self-esteem for people to start considering you attractive with glasses
Step 2. Eat healthy and exercise
If you eat right and keep moving, your appearance will benefit. Staying fit will improve your mood and self-image. It will also allow you to have a good weight. All of this will help you gain confidence and become more attractive in the eyes of others. To improve your health, you could do the following:
Do sports or any other physical activity, such as cycling, walking every day, doing yoga and so on. Keeping yourself moving on a daily basis will help you feel better about yourself, even if you don't notice major physical changes
Step 3. Take care of your hair
If they are dry and frizzy, they will look poorly groomed, so you should revitalize them if necessary. Hair color also contributes to the overall color balance of the face and affects the choice of glasses. As a result, keep your hair healthy and clean.
If your current look doesn't suit you, try new hairstyles. Consider the shape of your face and, just like you did with glasses, choose a look that allows you to create a good balance
Step 4. Choose clothes that fit the model of the glasses
Finding your style can take some time and several attempts. You have to try many different looks and combinations. You can ask a friend to walk you around the shops to ask him for his opinion, but you can also contact the shop assistants.
Style and fashion are a matter of taste. Men can read this article for tips on this. Women, on the other hand, can read this article to find out how to dress right
Step 5. Try to have good personal hygiene
Shower regularly. If you're an adult, do it daily or every other day, while younger children don't need it as often. Use deodorant, nourish your skin to keep it healthy, drink plenty of water to stay hydrated and improve your skin, wear clean clothes.
If you want more detailed information on how to have good personal hygiene, you should read How to Maintain Personal Hygiene (for Boys) or How to Have Good Hygiene (Girls)
Advice
- Don't let anyone criticize you just for wearing glasses. You may think you look different on the outside, but it's what you have inside that really matters.
- Ask for thin lenses. The optician may not suggest them to you, so you propose them. They can make the difference between a nerdy style and a more chic one.
- Metal frames tend to be more sophisticated than plastic ones. The latter are often large and bulky, but on the right face they can still be elegant. Generally speaking, the youngest are valued more by plastic frames, while the older ones by metal ones.
