Trending Eyewear Styles for 2023
Whether you need rx frames to improve your vision or a stylish pair of sunglasses, eyewear can transform your entire look. Eyeglasses are among the most important accessories and can be iconic and empowering. When choosing frames to express your personal style, many factors should be considered: shape, color, and size are all important. Picking the right frames can be fun, but also challenging! We’ll help you find the right pair with an outline of the latest shapes, materials and colors that are trending right now.
Here are some considerations you should keep in mind when choosing new eyewear.
Eco-friendly materials
Eco-friendly materials are trending as buyers the world over become more environmentally conscious. Eyewear manufacturers and top designers are evolving, both in terms of fashion and the technological advances in materials used for assembly. Sunglasses and eyeglasses made from titanium and eco-friendly plastics can offer a comfortable and durable fit. In line with greater environmental awareness, eco-conscious materials are increasingly in demand.
Titanium
Titanium is a popular material appearing in a variety of eyewear shapes this year, including oversized 1970s styles and big round frames. As a metal, titanium has many industrial applications, such as aviation and construction. It’s renowned for its high strength-to-weight ratio and resistance to corrosion. In eyewear, this means durable, lightweight frames that have a thinner silhouette and more flexibility than those made from steel or aluminum – perfect for reading glasses too. Titanium is also skin-friendly and doesn’t cause any allergic reactions.
Natural wood and cork
Natural wood and cork are increasingly appearing in luxury sunglasses and eyeglass frames in many designer eyewear collections. Classic eyewear made from wood and cork have been around for several years, and are a great option for a bold look. Often used for square frames and larger, rounder styles, these materials make a unique statement and offer a wide range of color options.
Bio-acetate
Bio-acetate is another eco-friendly choice, created from sustainable sources and often biodegradable and recyclable. Bio-acetate is particularly suitable for semi-transparent frames in timeless shapes, including cat-eye frames or modern wayfarer sunglass styles.
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Bio-acetate is another eco-friendly choice, created from sustainable sources and often biodegradable and recyclable. Bio-acetate is particularly suitable for semi-transparent frames in timeless shapes, including cat-eye frames or modern wayfarer sunglass styles.
Aviator style
Aviator style sunglasses have never gone out of style. The original style from the 1950s has been one of the top choices for both men and women for nearly 80 years. If you want a clean, classic look that means business, this frame could be the right choice for daily wear to work and casual outings.
Oversized, square and oval shapes
Oversized, square and oval shapes seem to be gaining traction in the eyewear designer world. Initially we only saw sunglasses in such shapes, but now more and more we see them used for prescription eyewear frames. The style originated in the 1970s and now there are a flurry of top designer eyewear manufacturers producing rx-able frames in these styles, guaranteed to draw attention for their fun and stylish feel.
Color
Color is also trending. More and more people are expressing themselves with fun and flashy colors, especially for the spring and summer seasons. As we head into summer, red, white, beige, peach and teal are trending in both solid plastics and transparent materials. Lighter colors are more suitable for the spring and summer seasons, while darker colors seem to dominate in fall and winter.
When it comes to selecting eyewear in 2023, there are many options to consider. Whether you want to subtly hint at new trends or dive into the latest fashions, it’s important to choose the right styles for your customers.
At NYWD (New York Wholesale Distributors), our customer service advisors can help you find the perfect stock for your eyewear outlets. As a wholesale distributor for off-price designer eyewear for over 20 years, we have the expertise to buy the right product for all segments of the market. Our buying team is skilled at identifying both classic and trending styles, so you can trust that our inventory has been carefully selected with your clients in mind. With our guidance, your customers will be satisfied with their purchase and return to your store.