London Retro Highgate Glasses.

London Retro Highgate Glasses* £79

It's true, I have a very extensive glasses collection (some may even say excessive!) and even though I absolutely, definitely, positively do not need any more pairs, I'm always finding new frames I like the look of. I figure it's okay though since I do have to wear them on my face every day because my eyesight really is awful! (10 points if you spotted the quote!) I have a few pairs of London Retro glasses and although they're not my favourite brand, I do think they have a great selection of styles in their collection.

The Highgate Frames are part of their new Metropolitan Collection, which is aiming to capture the sartorial flair of London - I'm not completely sure what that means but I think the collection as a whole is quite nice. The rounded Reggie Frames are super cool, the bold square shape of the Caine Frames is a classic and the extreme cat-eye shape of the Babs Frames is incredibly unique & a lot of fun.

When I was invited to pick out a pair from the collection I chose one of the largest frames, the Highgate, because I have an enormous moon face and most glasses are far too small and make my cheeks look even chubbier, which isn't really a good look for me. I must admit, I do wish these were a little bigger. I think that's my only complaint with London Retro's range, they don't really have any over-sized frames for us moon-faced people. I like the combination of clear and black acetate, it adds a little more dimension and interest to the frames & the slightly square shape is nice. They're incredibly lightweight too, which is perfect because I almost forget I'm wearing them sometimes and they don't feel too flimsy either despite being so light.

They don't beat my Ralph Lauren pair to my number 1 favourite spot, but they are a comfortable alternative for those lazy days when I want to be a little more low-key and not so statement with my glasses. 

Are you a glasses wearer?

Do you have a favourite pair?

Love, Jennie

xoxo