Despite evident spec trends being pioneered by celebrities and on catwalks and red carpets everywhere, The Specsavers Vision Survey shows almost one quarter (23%) of Australians aged over 45 don’t wear glasses because they make them feel old and ugly.
Last week Rescu. was treated to an afternoon tea with Specsavers and special guest Jenny Kee (one of Australia’s favourite and most influential designers/artists) to discuss all things specs related…
Jenny Kee says, “So many people are nervous when it comes to choosing glasses and are worried that it will make them feel old. I encourage my friends to be proud spec wearers and to select glasses that are a fashion statement and an expression of their personality.”
Jenny herself has been a glasses wearer for almost her entire life and says that “Bright red frames have been an instrinsic part of my image for over forty years; they give me life and energy and allow me to shape my face with a bold expression of who I am.”
Jenny’s Top Tips To Wear Specs Loudly & Proudly…
Be yourself: The greatest fashion gift of the mature woman is being clear about who she is and what she likes. Make sure everything you wear has a flavour of who you are.
Enjoy freedom: Don’t be a slave to trends; some shapes and colours will not suit you. Experiment with different options to see what best fits your shape and colouring.
Keep a balance: Embrace your individual flair, but utilise basics so as to not overdo a specific look.
Stay current: Dressing age appropriate does not mean old. Be inspired by new styles and fashion movements. Don’t be afraid to change or re-invent your look.
Face first: When it comes to style, your face should come first. Focus on your hair and your glasses and everything else will fall into place.
Click here to read more about Jenny Kee’s amazing fashion and art influences. Visit Specsavers to jump on this fashion-wagon that we may FINALLY see transferred from runway to reality.
