Eyewear throwback circa 2022! Let’s take a look.

One of the most interesting things to do as the year comes to a close is taking stock. And we at SRGR love a good round-up! At the advent of 2022, we’d predicted that bold shapes and maximal designs are going to be the flavor of 2022 with a focus on bright colors and vintage styles.

And it looks like we were not far off the mark!

If there was one word to describe the eyewear trend of 2022 it would be ‘original’. People selected eyewear, be it sunglasses or prescription, that not only accentuated their face but added a little chutzpah to their personality. So let's take a look at what were some of the most preferred eyewear styles of the year 2022.

Sunglasses were a definite big hit in 2022. As people ventured out to travel both in India and abroad, a style update in sunglasses became necessary for both protecting the eyes from sun rays and, of course, for looking fashionably good.

The widely preferred style was bigger and bolder! People went shopping for large frames that covered their eyes completely and chose from luxe brands like Gucci , Emporio Armani, Prada Group , Bvlgari, D&G, Chloé , and Burberry . Squared, rectangular, or sleek cat-eye frames with dark, thick rims and brand etching on the lenses were selected and worn with not only western but even Indian wear as fashionistas flaunted these with all their fashion attires. Lightly tinted sunglasses were also a preferred style amongst many.

The sporty athletic look was another big hit in the year 2022. The wraparound, athletic style with fun tinted or polarised lenses was much in vogue during the summer of 2022. Maui Jim Sunglasses , 耐克 , Ray-Ban , and Oakley were some of the brands that were highly sought out in this segment, as people rocked this look, with prescription or non-prescription lenses.

Other big hits were sunglasses with colourful frames and coloured lenses from brands such as FERRAGAMO and MOSCOT NYC Since 1915 . These not-so-big but extremely stylish frames were sought year-round, with patrons constantly enquiring about their availability!

As they say, classics never go out of style. Classic designs like aviators, keymonts, and wayfarers in thin lightweight metal rims were liked and selected all through the year! Brands like Ray-Ban , Maui Jim Sunglasses , Carrera, and Oakley were evergreen favourites.

This list would not be complete without mentioning the 2 highly innovative yet fashionable sunglasses, the first one was the ‘clip-on’ sunglasses by Carerra that came in 2 colours and changeable lenses. With reflective finished lenses in jewel colours like gold, golden pink, and brown, these were much in demand for their daring looks and enigmatic style!

The second style that was a hit among people of all generations was the stylish eyewear made out of wood by Getspexy. Eco-friendly, stylish, and comfortable, this brand was a fan favorite among the millennials and gen-Z.

Prescription eyeglasses had their big moment in 2022. As more and more people continued stepping out in spectacles, a style refresh in frames of prescription glasses shot up in 2022. These were no longer just practical pieces, but became an extension of one’s style and personality, with many even building a capsule collection of glasses for different occasions, making it as much of an accessory as any jewellery.

The trend of going bold and maximal carried on and people chose frames such as square, rectangular, panto, and cat eye, for their spectacles too. It being a daily wear for most people, the frames opted for were lightweight, trendy, and in classic colours such as black, demi-amber, and transparent. Brands known for their modern, clean, fashionable designs such as MOSCOT NYC Since 1915 , Esprit , Tommy Hilfiger , Gotti, and Cutler and Gross were a hit for those looking for a change.

The trend also veered towards having embellished or printed frames when it came to prescription eyeglasses with many patrons choosing frames from luxury brands such as Armani, Burberry , Gucci , Coach , and Prada Group . With unique designs and clean lines, these frames were also a runaway hit.

Lenses:

As more and more people continued working from home and the screen time still rose, selecting special lenses for special needs saw an upwards trend. Patrons chose lenses with blue light filters for digital usage, lenses for night driving when outdoors, and polarised lenses or clear white transition lenses with polarisation for perfect vision indoors and outdoors.

Were any of these trends a part of your wardrobe in 2022? Let us know by dropping a DM! Looking for a change in your eyewear collection? Stay tuned for our 2023 eyewear trends report to know more.