Parents should let kids have lots of input when choosing glasses. It's money down the drain. Kids in elementary and middle school go for colorful frames - pinks, blues, confetti, purples, greens. Many of the choices mirror the adult shapes. The scores of petite frame styles allow some youths to cross over to the adult side of optical stores.
Teens favor more edgy shapes and finishes with rectangles and octagons - a hip alternative to ovals.
Most of today's frames are in antiqued or brushed silver and gold or matte finishes. The Spectacle Shoppe even has a selection of authentic vintage 1960s cat eyes and replicas of the Buddy Holly black block glasses. Generally, plastic frames are less costly than metals. Here are some tips to keep in mind when buying eye wear for kids. Let the child choose the frame in the price range you've determined to make sure they will wear the glasses.