Glasses: The glow-up no one saw coming

Remember when wearing glasses meant instant nerd status? Flashback to school photos: crooked wire frames, oversized lenses and a vibe that screamed ‘I do maths for fun’. Fast forward to now and it’s official: glasses are having a major fashion moment.

We’re talking runway-approved, celeb-endorsed, Pinterest-board-level chic. The best part is you don’t need 20/20 vision to look like a 10 in them, though it helps if you know how to style them. Here’s your go-to guide to taking your specs from functional to fierce, the bloobloom way.

Step 1: Change your mindset – glasses are accessories

Think of your glasses the way you think about shoes or a great coat. They frame your face (literally), say something about your personality and can completely transform a look. Glasses are no longer what you settle for, they’re what you style around. Now your wardrobe starts with the frames, darling.

Step 2: Pick a frame that feels like you

Your specs should be an extension of your personality, not something you panic-pick in 10 minutes while someone hands you a tiny mirror and says ‘Okay, next!’. Ask yourself:

• Are you minimalist or maximalist?
• Do you want to blend in or stand out?
• Do you need one signature pair or a mini eyewear wardrobe?

bloobloom offers everything from clean and classic to bold and bright. Whether you want to channel Parisian intellectual, creative eccentric or I-woke-up-like-this cool, there's a frame with your name on it.

Step 3: Let your frames do the talking (but don’t let them shout)

Balance is key. Bold frames? Keep the rest of your outfit chill: think crisp button-downs, denim, tailored coats. Sleek understated specs? These pair beautifully with a patterned shirt or a loud earring moment.

Your glasses are the exclamation point. Choose whether they’re ending a whisper or a roar.

Step 4: For the makeup wearers – glasses love a bold brow

Your frames are front and centre, which means:

• Brows: A good brow shape anchors your glasses like a boss
• Mascara: Go for lift, not volume: clumpy lashes and lenses are non
• Lips: Glasses + red lip = power move

And if you don’t wear makeup, you’re already serving cheekbone realness thanks to the geometry of your frames.

Step 5: Hair + glasses = the unsung styling duo

Updo? Statement frames shine. 

Fringe? Go with rounded or lighter styles to avoid hiding your eyes.

Short hair? Anything goes. You’re already edgy.

Well-chosen glasses add structure, contrast and, frankly, fashion-editor energy to any hair length.

Bonus Round: Style inspo by vibe

• Power Look: Black or tortoiseshell rectangles. Add blazer. Walk fast.
• Soft Creative: Clear acetate or rounded gold wire frames. Carry a tote. Quote Oscar Wilde.
• Weekend Chic: Oversized shades, casual trousers and a cappuccino. Preferably in a sun-drenched café.
• Wild Card: Coloured frames + confidence. Pair with ‘accidental’ runway looks.

Final Thoughts: See better, look better, feel better

View glasses as an opportunity, not a limitation. They help you see clearly and stand out. They frame your eyes, sharpen your style and let the world know you’ve got taste, brains, and a killer face shape.

At bloobloom, we know specs are more than just lenses, they’re le look. With handcrafted sustainable frames that feel as good as they look, you’re already well on your way to chic. Push them up your nose with pride, ditch the tired ‘geek’ narrative and own your frame game.

Merci.