For many, eyewear has moved well beyond the days of loathing to become a must-have fashion accessory. Today, glasses are associated with prestige, confidence, smarts---and swagger.
Utenzi Miller-Johnson (photographed) knows a thing or two about style-savvy specs as an entrepreneur and optician at Elegant Eyes, a New Jersey-based optical company that offers eye-care and personal concierge services.
"A great way for busy professionals looking to upgrade their eyewear style is to set up a consultation [with a personal concierge service], Miller-Johnson says. "Another option would be to visit your local optical store and try on different looks."
Check out how to choose the perfect frames for a polished look, and 5 top picks for the hottest in eyewear. ---Janell Hazelwood
For many, eyewear has moved well beyond the days of loathing to become a must-have fashion accessory. Today, glasses are associated with prestige, confidence, smarts---and swagger.
Utenzi Miller-Johnson (photographed) knows a thing or two about style-savvy specs as an entrepreneur and optician at Elegant Eyes, a New Jersey-based optical company that offers eye-care and personal concierge services.
"A great way for busy professionals looking to upgrade their eyewear style is to set up a consultation [with a personal concierge service], Miller-Johnson says. "Another option would be to visit your local optical store and try on different looks."
Check out how to choose the perfect frames for a polished look, and 5 top picks for the hottest in eyewear. ---Janell Hazelwoodmore
FACE SCALE: Miller-Johnson advises purchasing frames that are in scale with your face. For example, to keep a natural balance for an oval-shaped face, look for eyeglass frames that are as wide as (or wider than) the broadest part of the face, or walnut-shaped frames that are not too deep or too narrow."
Style Nod: "Oliver Peoples frames represent feminine glamor and the cutting-edge runway trends, using seasonal colors." Try these translucent "Racine" frames which give vintage glam for the office. (FramesEmporium.com; $229)more
FEATURE UNDERTONES: "The main factors that determine the best color palette are the colors of the skin, eyes and hair," Miller-Johnson says.
Style Nod: "Tom Ford frames exude sophistication and a sense of luxury." These offer a modern, unisex take on the cat-eye silhouette. (Go-Optic.com; $279.95)more
TRENDS: "Retailers and manufacturers adjust their apparel and accessories colors according to what designers think consumers will consider most appealing at a given time," Miller-Johnson says.
Style Nod: "Caroline Abram eyewear exploits a large variety of material such as wood, natural stones and Swarovski crystals." Try subtle accents as featured in these ruby-toned glasses. Check availability at FilaoParis.com.more
COLOR: Eyewear designers create frames in the latest colors as well, Miller-Johnson adds.
Style Nod: "Dita designs distinguish themselves with quality, fit and look." Try "Lucia" in a cool lavender for a pop in hue and style. (DitaLegends.com; $390)more
UNDERTONES: All people have either cool (blue-based) or warm (yellow-based) coloring," Miller-Johnson says. Eyewear color should complement this.
Style Nod: "Chanel is both bold and sophisticated with a streak of trendy and a vintage feel." These Chanel frames feature interlaced, lambskin chain detailing. Check Chanel.comfor availability.more