Top eyewear looks for 2025
Eyewear isn’t just a functional accessory anymore. It’s a way to showcase your style & personality, as well as enjoy clearer & more comfortable vision with the latest technology. From sustainable materials to bold or minimalist styles, we’re bringing you the freshest eyewear trends for 2025.
Eco-friendly frames
Eco-friendly frames continues to rise in popularity & more eyewear brands are looking to sustainable materials to create frames. Customers are also looking for brands that reflect their values & so sustainability is increasingly becoming a major decision driver.
• Recycled materials – Look for brands that use recycled plastics & ocean-bound plastics for frames. These materials help to reduce environmental impact. You can also look for frames that are made from biodegradable or renewable materials like wood, bamboo, and even plant-based bioplastics. Brands like Botaniq offer stylish frames, on-trend colours, shapes & materials. Their designs come from natural sources such as wood, cork, bamboo, bio-based acetate & 60% recycled stainless steel.
• Carbon Footprint Reduction – Brands like Mulberry are also focussing on reducing the carbon footprint by using less energy & resources during the manufacturing process. You can look for brands that use eco-friendly packaging or companies that offer repair services to extend the lifespan of your eyewear. With our Glasses Cover, you’re covered for unlimited repairs & replacements for accidental damage for a year. If you’d like more tips on how to keep your glasses in great condition, read our top tips here.
Bold colours & statement looks
Bold, vibrant colours & unusual frame shapes are a bold fashion statement in 2025:
• Vibrant colours: For a futuristic look, go for neon greens, hot pinks & electric blues paired with oversized geometric frames or frames with unique twists on classic shapes like aviators or cat-eyes. Take a look at these Willow and Rain frames.
• Metallic frames & mixed textures are coming back into fashion. Look for matte gold & chrome colours for a luxurious look
• Retro frames, inspired from the ‘70s & ‘80s, such as oversized aviators, round spectacles & with chunky frames, continue to inspire modern designs if you are looking to make a statement
Customise your eyewear with lenses
As lenses continue to advance in technology, customers are looking to find lenses that suit their needs.
If it’s prescription lenses you’re looking for, blue light lenses or lenses that adapt to changing light conditions cater for a wide range of preferences & styles. Transitions® come in an array of lens colours from sapphire, emerald, amethyst, amber, graphite green, brown, grey & ruby. If you prefer a subtle look, Zeiss PhotoFusion X lenses come in shades like neutral grey, warm brown & more. Choosing a clear frame ensures a timeless look that complements most lens colours, while a metal frame in shades like gold, silver, or champagne adds a touch of sophisticated style.
Transitions® XTRActive® Style Mirrors are a stylish choice that effectively reduce glare, making them perfect for activities like sports & driving. They pair well with both metal and plastic frames, including trendy chunky plastic styles & classic metal aviator frames, & suit a variety of shapes such as round, square & geometric designs.
Vintage-inspired eyewear
Vintage-inspired styles continue to influence fashion, offering a blend of classic elegance with modern materials & technology. If you’re looking to create a vintage look, like these Tom Ford sunglasses, the most popular frame choices this year are:
• Cat-Eye
• Round & oval
• Aviator
• Tortoise shell
Minimalist designs
Minimalism eyewear is continuing to dominate this year. Sleek, understated frames are both comfortable & versatile.
• Thin wire frames: Metal wire frames with minimalistic designs, paired with clear lenses offer a sophisticated look, like these Reykjavik Maria frames.
• Invisible designs: Transparent frames or lightly tinted frames blend seamlessly with any outfit
• Rimless glasses or semi-rimless: These are frames without rims or frames with a rim on the top or bottom only, offering a minimalist look
• Round wire frames: Simple & classic, with a thin metal frame for a subtle, elegant style.
• Rectangular or geometric shapes: This can offer a clean & modern look
Nordic-inspired or ‘Scandinavian style’ eyewear is known for its sleek and minimalist looks. For further tips and advice on how to create your own understated look, read more about Nordic-inspired eyewear.
Eyewear for active lifestyles
Combining athletic & casual styles is a popular choice in 2025. Here are our top eyewear options for those with active lifestyles:
• Sports sunglasses: wraparound styles can help with eye protection as well as staying in place during activities
• Light Reactive Lenses: These lenses adjust to varying light intensities, helping to reduce eye strain & fatigue, as well as offer practicality & convenience
• Adjustable nose pads provide a custom fit for comfort during long periods of wear
• Prescription sports glasses: These glasses combine vision with durable, secure frames that are suitable for high-impact sports, like these Oakley sunglasses.
• Sweat-resistant frames: These frames are a great option for intense workouts as they stay in place even when you sweat
Discover how to select the perfect frame colour & style to complement your face shape here. For personalised advice on refreshing your eyewear this year, come & visit us.
