这只是过去几年里围绕戴眼镜的负面看法的一小部分。
但现在情况完全不同了！戴眼镜不再是令人厌恶的书呆子标志，反而成为提升个人形象和时尚品味的潮流方式。
那么，戴眼镜是如何、何时与“书呆子”、“极客”、“傻瓜”或“学霸”联系起来的呢？这可能是因为经常读书的人往往需要戴眼镜；而读书可以提高我们的智力。
或许是因为人们到了某个年龄（大约 40 或 50 岁）就需要戴眼镜，而到了那个人生阶段，大多数人都拥有了从经验中积累的智慧、知识和才智！
过去二十年间，眼镜框的款式确实发生了很大的变化，它们变得更加时尚、耐用、实用，现在也被视为表达独特个性的绝佳方式。
事实上，女童佩戴眼镜已经非常流行，以至于许多人“只是为了好看”——她们实际上拥有2.0的视力，根本不需要矫正眼镜！一位当地的验光师甚至表示，孩子们得知自己不需要戴眼镜时常常感到失望。
If you do find that you need to wear spectacle to correct your vision, choosing the perfect eyewear is even more important than buying a great handbag or a stunning pair of shoes. Why? Simply because you will wear them a lot more often!
Not all optometrists stock a wide range of eyewear, so your best bet is to look for one that is known for having a great range that includes the sought-after designer brands as well as the latest trends.
Given all the wonderful choices available, how do you pick the right spectacle frame for you? Here are some key factors to guide you.
Get in the Right Frame of Mind
Before heading to your local optometrist, spend a moment in front of the mirror. Is the shape of your face oval, round, triangular, or something else?
Measure your face from hairline to chin, and then across your cheekbones. Which part is the widest? As a simple rule, faces that are longer than wide are oval shaped. If your face is wider than long, most likely you have a round or heart-shaped face.
Another option is to take a selfie and use an App to determine the shape of your face. Now, get ready to make a statement with your new specs!
The Shape of You
Knowing the shape of your face makes it easier to select glasses that flatter your natural contours and highlight your best features. Most likely, someone with a round face will look amazing in oversized or square frames. This unusual option also enhances the beauty of your eyes.
For those with a more oval face shape, square or geometric frames will add definition and create a sense of contrast in their appearance. Notice the top of the frame. Does it draw attention to your perfectly executed eyebrows or hide them?
Generally, bold frames tend to offset soft features while subtler ‘invisible’ looking specs can balance sharper and more angular faces. Play to your strengths and be mindful that not every frame will be suitable for your prescription lens. No doubt, the team at your local optometrist will be able to advise you on that.
Eyes on the Prize
The colour of your frames can also express your unique personality.
What image are you aiming for? Cooler colours like ice blues, greys, browns and black tones can subtly convey sophistication, competency, or understated elegance whereas brighter, bolder hues are attention-grabbing. Harmonize the frame colour with eye colour and skin tones or choose clear frames for more versatility.
If you have a warm skin tone, look at gold and bronze in metal frames, and muted, earthy colours to really bring a glow to your face.
For those with a cool but dramatic complexion, silver and black are your neutrals, but you can add a bit of excitement by choosing bright bold colours. For those with softer colouring, pastels will likely be the winner in the style takes.
And we think rose gold frames can look amazing on just about any woman!
Smashing the Stigma
Isn’t it time to stop being embarrassed about having to wear specs?
根据澳大利亚验光师协会最近的一项研究，三分之二的受访澳大利亚人佩戴眼镜，为什么不利用眼镜的优势呢？！
由于处方眼镜通常可以使用两年，而且它很可能是你拥有的性价比最高的单品——因此，投资购买质量最好的眼镜，并花时间选择你在未来几个月甚至几年内都会真正喜欢的镜框，绝对是值得的。
无论您是钟情于设计师品牌、轻便防过敏眼镜、环保眼镜，还是仅仅需要一副合适的太阳镜，都请前往信誉良好的验光师处，那里琳琅满目的选择定会让您眼花缭乱。总有一款眼镜能够满足您的喜好和预算。
如果你实在无法抉择——为什么只买一双呢？每个人都需要一双，最好再加一双备用！