New Season, New Specs: Autumn Frame Trends
There’s something about September that makes you want to freshen things up, new stationery, a tidier routine, maybe a new coat out of the wardrobe. Your glasses deserve the same thought. If your frames have been through a full summer of sun, sea, and general wear, autumn is the perfect moment to browse new glasses in Penrith and find something that suits the season ahead.
As the season shifts, so does the colour palette we’re drawn to. Tortoiseshell is having a real resurgence this autumn, alongside warm ambers, deep burgundies, and rich chestnut browns. These tones sit beautifully against the season’s clothing colours and tend to be more flattering across a wider range of skin tones than the brighter, cooler shades that dominate spring and summer collections.
Summer tends to be all about sunglasses, but as the light changes and the sun sits lower in the sky, it’s worth giving your everyday glasses the same attention. A frame that felt fine in June can start to feel dated or simply not quite right by October. If you’ve been living in sunglasses for the past few months, autumn is a natural point to check in on your regular pair too, even if the Indian summer rears its head.
Whatever the season, the frames that suit you best come down to face shape as much as trend. Our professional eyewear stylists in Penrith help patients find the right fit every day, and a few starting points are worth knowing before you browse:
- Round faces tend to suit angular frames, like rectangular or geometric shapes, which add definition.
- Square faces are often softened beautifully by rounder or oval frames.
- Oval faces can wear almost any shape, so this is a great opportunity to experiment with something bolder.
- Heart-shaped faces usually suit frames that are wider at the bottom, balancing a narrower chin.
Colour matters here too. Warmer tones like tortoiseshell and amber tend to complement most skin tones beautifully, while richer, darker shades can add a bit of quiet sophistication for the colder months ahead.
Come and try something new
The best way to know if a frame works for you is to try it on, not to guess from a screen. Pop into Eden Eyecare, your local eyewear experts in Penrith, and browse our range of designer and everyday frames. Our team will help you find something that suits your face, your colouring, and your everyday life, whether that’s a subtle refresh or a proper change of style for the new season.
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