SpecFitReplace your chunky glasses with minimal frames. Here are two recommendations
Not a fan of big, chunky glasses? You are not alone. Here are two options: round wire frames and gold oval sunglasses.
Why thin frames?
Chunky frames can take over your face and look overstimulating.
Thin frames are unassuming. They add a little style, but they do not take over your face. They go with more outfits. They also make you look neat and grown-up.
Pair 1: Thin Round Wire Frames
This is the "slightly nerdy" pair. In a good way. Round wire glasses look smart and add personality to any outfit.
Our pick: Ray-Ban RB3447V Round Metal Optics in Arista Gold (size 47-21, about $210 for the frame at LensCrafters).
They look best on faces with strong lines. That means a square face, a diamond face or a heart-shaped face. The soft circle balances a strong jaw or a wide forehead.
Have a round face? Pick a wire frame with slightly squarer lenses instead.
Pair 2: Thin Gold Oval Sunglasses
These are the easy choice. The oval shape follows the shape of your eyes, so it suits almost every face. They go with jeans, dresses and suits.
Our pick: Ray-Ban RB3547 Oval Metal in gold with brown lenses (size 51-21, about $191 at Sunglass Hut).
Pick a warm brown or amber lens. Always check the label says 100% UV protection, or UV400. A dark lens alone does not protect your eyes.
Sunglasses fit a little differently from normal glasses. Read how sunglasses should fit and whether they should cover your eyebrows.
Bonus: Thin frames need a good fit
Thick frames can hide a bad fit. Thin frames cannot.
If the bridge is too wide, the glasses slide down your nose. If it is too narrow, they pinch. Check two things before you buy: the bridge and the total width. Our guides on how glasses should fit and how wide glasses should be can help.
A photo shows you if a frame suits you before it arrives.
Thin frames are hard to judge from a product photo. SpecFit helps.
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Do thin wire frames suit every face shape?
They look best on square, diamond and heart-shaped faces. On a round face, choose wire frames with slightly squarer lenses.
Are thin metal frames harder to fit?
Not harder, but less forgiving. A bad fit shows right away. Check the bridge and the width before you buy.
What lens colour goes with gold sunglasses?
Brown or amber lenses look best with gold. Make sure the lenses have 100% UV protection, or UV400.
Can one pair of glasses go with everything?
A thin gold or silver frame comes closest. It is small and neutral, so it does not clash with your clothes or jewellery.