Lifestyle Mirror

When it comes to eyewear for women, shades have trumped spectacles more often than not. With women's eyeglasses historically more schoolgirl than cool girl, it’s no surprise that a pair of dramatic blacked-out frames, a la J.Crew’s Jenna Lyons or Sofia Loren, are ultimately more desirable. But with the rise of the glasses revolution in recent years, women have yet another statement-making accessory to play with—and one that screams intellectual chic. For a modern look, try the round “Sleeper” glasses from Massada or a pair of red square frames from Ciccio. But for something a bit more feminine, without losing the edge, there’s always the “Diego” from Selima or the “Fiona” from Moscot. —Sasha Levine