9 Best Glasses for Older Women To Stay Stylish

There’s no reason you can’t stay stylish as you age, and fashionable eyeglasses can help. Pair is here to walk you through our favorite glasses for older women, featuring a variety of styles that can make you look your best as you enter your golden years.

Plus, we’ve got some helpful tips to guide you as you search for the perfect pair.

What Are the Best Eyeglass Styles for Older Women?

Looks evolve and change as you age, but stylish eyeglasses can help you appear youthful, confident, and sophisticated. These are our favorite types of glasses for older women, with options for every personality and preference.

1. Clear Frames

Clear glasses are modern and minimalist and look amazing on almost anyone. If you want to create an up-to-date and on-trend look, a set of clear frames will definitely do the trick. You can also experiment with different clear colors, including vibrant pink and cool blue.

We recommend our best-seller The Kirby if you’re looking for a timeless take on clear glasses. They’re ideal for round faces and oval faces, and their medium-sized rectangular design strikes the perfect blend of bold and subtle.

2. Retro Cat-Eye Frames

Cat-eye glasses are a fantastic way to make a statement. They’re retro and instantly recognizable as an artifact of the 1950s and 1960s, but they’re just as trendy today as they were back then. These glasses can work for anyone, but we especially recommend the cat-eye shape if you want glamorous frames that accentuate the shape of your brow line.

Full of character and feminine flair, The Wanda is a frame we think looks best in pink clear. However, if you’re not a fan of pink, these glasses also come in other colors, including clear blue, tortoise, and classic matte black.

3. Patterned Glasses

Patterns breathe life into an outfit, making your look more vibrant and fun. Our magnetic Top Frames are the only tools you need to transform your glasses with a brand-new pattern.

These accessories attach to your Base Frames to add a pop of color and style, and they’re unbelievably easy to put on and take off. Any time you want to switch things up, add your favorite top frame to your glasses to introduce an exciting pattern into your look.

4. Tortoiseshell Eyewear

Tortoise is a classic eyewear pattern that looks great on mature women. Our tortoise glasses are made from acetate but have the same timeless look as real tortoiseshell. When you wear this pattern, you immediately give off an air of sophistication and composure.

We love The Reese in tortoise — it’s one of our best-selling frames, and it’s easy to see why. These versatile glasses pair exceptionally well with almost all adult faces.

5. Modern Square Frames

Square frames can accentuate the shape of your face and give you a modern aesthetic that always stays in style. Square and rectangular glasses are perfect if you love clean, simple lines and elegant designs.

6. Matte Black Frames

While colors and patterns are always fun, there’s nothing quite as classic as a pair of black eyeglasses. Modern, sleek, and timeless at the same time, black frames look fantastic with any facial features. If you want to contrast gray hair, a pair of black glasses can be beneficial.

7. Bold Oversized Glasses

Oversized glasses can help you make a major statement and give your outfits a modern touch. It takes confidence to wear glasses that are on the larger side, but taking the leap and trying this style can boost your confidence in the long run. They look incredible on mature women and can give you a sophisticated, assertive appearance.

Do you like the idea of oversized frames?The Murphy is our top pick.

These wide square frames have a new-fashioned look and feel, and they’re some of our best-selling women’s glasses. Made from high-quality, durable acetate, they’ll last long and stay in style for years.

8. Round Eyeglasses

Round glasses or oval frames look charming and bookish. They’re ideal for square or diamond-shaped faces. If you want a fun and intellectual look, try some narrow round frames. They’re timeless, having been a staple in eyewear fashion for decades. A round pair of glasses is also versatile and looks just right with casual and formal outfits.

If you’re looking for a pair of modern, stylish round frames, we recommend The Reese. Available in classic colors like black and tortoise, as well as multiple clear colors, these glasses will complement your personal style.

9. Geometric Frames

Geometric glasses can instantly make you look intellectual, thoughtful, and approachable. This style has been trending for the past few years, and it’s a stellar fit for women of all ages.

While octagonal glasses with sharp lines are ultra-popular right now, you don’t need a highly geometric look to get on top of the trend. Our Soto frames combine a stylish geometric appearance with clean, smooth lines for a versatile shape.

How To Pick and Style Your Glasses

There’s no one-size-fits-all recommendation for glasses. Rather, you’ll need to consider your personal look and the features and colors that suit you best. That’s how you find a pair of glasses that makes you feel cool, confident, and youthful.

Here are our tips for finding frames and wearing them well:

Know Your Face Shape

Eyeglass frames don’t look the same on everyone. We all have unique face shapes that change how certain frame styles fit us. That’s why it’s worth taking advantage of our virtual try-on feature to see how a pair of prescription glasses matches your face.

Certain frame shapes look better on square faces, for example, while others complement a round or heart-shaped face. You can find the perfect pair by examining your face and noting its natural appearance.

To easily choose your frames, we provide a handy face shape guide alongside all our glasses. We sort faces into easy-to-identify shapes and recommend women’s eyeglasses based on them, so it’s easier than ever to know whether a pair will complement your beauty.

Know Your Colors

Specific frame colors look better on you depending on your skin and hair color and the hues of your outfit. For example, if you have gray hair, a pair of matte black or clear glasses can give you a wise, sophisticated look. On the other hand, more vibrant colors and patterns can contrast with your hair and skin tone to turn your glasses into true head-turners.

Match Your Personality

Are you bubbly, outgoing, and always ready for adventure? Bold, oversized frames might be the perfect pick for you. Are you more of an introvert with a thoughtful, easygoing demeanor? Smaller round frames may fit your vibe perfectly.

Think about the traits that make you you, and see if you can find frames that fit into your picture of yourself. With Pair, you can find stylish glasses that match any personality.

Don’t Be Afraid To Be Bold

While it’s always a safe bet to sync your glasses with your personality, you can also step outside your comfort zone with something new. Don’t be afraid to transform your look by using glasses as a fashion accessory.

If you want to boost your confidence, feel comfortable in your own skin, and put your best foot forward, consider a pair of glasses that can transform you.

Look Your Best at Any Age

If you need a pair of glasses that makes you feel confident as you age, look no further than Pair. We create glasses for everyone, with personalization that you won’t get anywhere else. Our magnetic Top Frames give you a new way to express yourself and look your best, while our durable Base Frames make wearing glasses stress-free and fun.

No matter which pair you choose, you can look in the mirror and feel good about yourself when you embrace your age and own your personal style. Choose a pair of glasses that fits with who you are, and you’ll love how you look.

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Aging: What to expect | Mayo Clinic

Self-esteem: Take steps to feel better about yourself | Mayo Clinic

How to Read an Eyeglasses Prescription | American Academy of Ophthalmology

Eyeglasses: How to Choose Glasses for Vision Correction | American Academy of Ophthalmology