Practically stylish

Two decades ago they were huge, plastic and considered purely practical, but these days prescription glasses are as much about being funky as functional.

It’s official – geek is chic and many celebrities are ditching the contacts in favour of stylish designer frames. No longer is wearing glasses associated with the likes of Deidre Barlow, rather bespectabled beauties such as Daisy Lowe and Chloe Sevigny are today stepping out with specs appeal.

As well as looking fabulous, glasses have long since had cult status in being associated with legendary artists, making specs seriously sought after thanks to the likes of Woody Allen to John Lennon. Today, famous designer glasses wearers include Elton John, Harry Hill and Vic Reeves, who all use their glasses as extensions of their personality and image.

Such celebrities who wear their designer glasses with panache have put an end to the days when wearing glasses had a stigma attached – inspiring wearers to invest in designer frames in the knowledge that their day-to-day glasses are a cool fashion statement and a must-have accessory. Just like high shoes can make you look taller and highlights make you look blonder, wearing the right designer glasses to suit your face adds a sexy air of sophistication, individuality and an intelligent edge to any outfit. There’s no doubt about it, geeky equals glamorous.

Check out Shade Station’s fantastic selection of designer prescription glasses, but remember to always have your eyes correctly checked before you buy.