--- Centennial Optical
ALFRED SUNG
VINTAGE AMBER
Toronto-based Centennial Optical is noticing that many seniors are drawn to
frames that incorporate both past fashion trends and current styles.
“For boomers, what we are seeing are remnants of the past colliding with the
future, giving way to mixed pieces that are classic with an artsy-modern edge,”
says Linda Mulford-Hum, director of product development at Centennial.
This type of look can be seen in the Alfred Sung Vintage Amber collection.
“These shapes are breaking gender barriers like the old-school Wickets and
Clubmasters, the round and teardrop silhouettes, all adorned with textured
patterns, industrial metals, leather appliques and rugged wood finishes,” says
Mulford-Hum.
COLOUR IS ALSO CRUCIAL TO BABY BOOMERS.
“Hot colours are earthy and elegant reds, coppers, opaque ambers and jewel
tones demi’s. Handcrafted and natural looks are also on-point trends for this
age group,” she says.
“In general, I recommend colourful glasses that bring out the natural tones in
your face for a more youthful and playful look.”
Mulford-Hum says shape is also a pivotal choice.
“Let’s face it, eyeglasses can be aging but the right pair can turn back the clock.
A thicker, rounder edged frame can help conceal puffiness or wrinkles we don’t
want to show.
“Cat-eye shapes and softer upsweeps can instantly give the illusion of a
facelift by highlighting your cheekbones.”
30 Optical Prism | October 2016