Drop glasses for aviators and fashionistas

2024 Author: Priscilla Miln | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-16 00:21

For the last eighty years, droplet-shaped glasses have been the most popular models. These glasses are called differently: aviators, pilots, which clearly indicates their connection with aviation. The “drip” form of this now fashionable accessory was invented back in 1930 by Ray-Ban. Thanks to this model, she became popular and world famous, and to this day she produces and continuously improves her patented invention.

Drop glasses were created specifically for military pilots, specifically for the needs of the United States Air Force. The main requirements that were imposed on them were versatility, increased image clarity and high-quality eye protection from bright ultraviolet radiation. For this purpose, a special frame, material and shape of glasses were selected.

But in the 70s of the last century, they were extremely popular among ordinary people. They began to be worn by metropolitan fashionistas andmovie stars.

What makes eyeglasses different from other equally stylish glasses? The main features of this accessory are a special, teardrop-shaped glass that narrows towards the bridge of the nose, and a thin wire frame. A laconic, absolutely straight line of the frame, slightly elongated lenses, a thin bridge on the bridge of the nose and wide temples - this is what is the hallmark of these trendy glasses today.

Over the course of its lifetime, the shape of the glasses has changed several times, lenses with clear, angular shapes were offered. The location of the lenses in the frame changed, they were given a different angle of inclination, the size increased and decreased. Even the temples of the glasses have been changed. There are not only thin metal strips, but also double or even triple temples. There are glasses where the arms are wide multi-colored stripes, decorated with volumetric decor. Bohemian options attract attention by framing Swarovski crystals or precious and rare woods.

Modern glasses-drops, as well as other glasses, are available with plastic and glass lenses. Quite often there are models where mirror coating or the “chameleon” effect was used.

Black glasses are not the only color scheme for this accessory. Now you can find smoky glasses, blue, yellow or green. Their popularity is added by the appearance of special glasses for drivers and models with diopters.

Mirror glasses - perfect protection from the sun. Large convex lenses help the eyes to be exposed to the sunpractically inaccessible. It has been scientifically established that wearers of teardrop glasses receive only 20% of harmful solar radiation.

Aviator glasses have long ceased to play only a practical role and have become a model of elegance and style. Depending on the chosen model, they are a detail of a classic look, a delicate accessory of a romantic one and a daring addition to a non-trivial hairstyle and outfit.

Officially, eyeglasses with teardrop lenses are considered a male model. After many American movie hits, it was

they have become a symbol of strength and masculinity. And now they do not lose their relevance and are still popular with men of all ages. Drop glasses for men are worn with a strict classic suit, and with everyday city clothes. You just need to decide on the color of the frame and lenses.

But created specifically for men, drop glasses quickly entered the women's fashion arsenal. This model is so versatile that it is almost impossible to draw a clear line between women's and men's glasses. A fashion accessory adds brutality to a man, and tenderness and mystery to a woman.