{"id":89088,"date":"2024-06-13T03:45:43","date_gmt":"2024-06-13T11:45:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zennioptical.com\/blog\/?p=89088"},"modified":"2024-06-13T03:45:43","modified_gmt":"2024-06-13T11:45:43","slug":"1970s-glasses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ca.zennioptical.com\/blog\/1970s-glasses\/","title":{"rendered":"A Walk Down Memory Lane: 1970s Eyeglass Frame Styles"},"content":{"rendered":"

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As we peruse through fashion history, it\u2019s clear that the 1970s were a decade of daring experimentation and bold self-expression. The eyewear trends of this era were no exception. From oversized frames to unique shapes, the eyeglass styles of the \u201970s were all about making a statement. Let\u2019s take a closer look at some of the iconic 1970s eyeglass frame styles<\/strong><\/a> and how they\u2019ve influenced contemporary eyewear trends.<\/p>\n

The Oversized Frames<\/h2>\n

When one thinks of 1970s eyewear, it\u2019s hard not to imagine oversized frames. A perfect match for the decade\u2019s free-spirited ethos, these frames were equal parts glamorous and practical, providing more significant coverage for the eye from the sun. They came in a variety of shapes, from rectangle<\/strong><\/a> and square to the more adventurous octagonal and hexagonal.<\/p>\n

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The Aviator Style<\/h2>\n

If one style could epitomize the \u2018cool\u2019 factor in the 70s, it would be the aviator glasses. Originally designed for pilots in the 1930s, these glasses took off in the \u201970s as an everyday accessory, merging fashion and function. The classic aviator sunglasses<\/strong><\/a> were known for their large, often tinted lenses and thin metal frames.<\/p>\n

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