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Do you know the secret to always wearing the right glasses at the right time and with the right outfit ? 

No, it's not about rushing out to buy the latest and greatest frames every season. Nor is it about reducing your eyewear wardrobe to just one pair of glasses and one pair of sunglasses. That's the strategy of someone who thinks they have everything under control and then, three days later, asks themselves, "Why did I do that?!"

The real secret lies elsewhere, and eyewear fashion insiders guard it jealously, perhaps revealing it only to celebrity stylists . But as an eyewear style consultant, I find it much more useful to share the tricks of the trade rather than lock them away. So here I am, revealing this age-old mystery. 

All you need is to build a small selection of cult glasses . 

It's about adding to your eyewear wardrobe (whether small or large) an exclusive drawer for those key models that, no matter what happens, save your outfit and project you into the category of eyewear connoisseur .  

Sound easier said than done? Don't despair! In this article, I'll show you the five cult glasses that are a must-have for your collection . So get your pen and paper ready and... read on! 

What are “cult glasses”? 

In my career as an eyewear professional, I 've learned that definitions are incredibly useful for navigating fashion. So, what do we mean by " cult glasses "? 

When we talk about cult glasses , we're not describing a seasonal trend that disappears after two summers and three hashtags – far from it! Cult glasses are designs that have changed the rules of the game : they've appeared in films, lit up the faces of rock stars, ended up in the tabloids and in the memories of entire generations.

These are styles that have survived the ages without losing their appeal. Yesterday they were the signature style of Hollywood divas, today you see them in the selfies of it-girls with millions of followers, and tomorrow they'll still be there, reinterpreted by a cutting-edge fashion house with a retro-futuristic twist.

In short, a cult pair of glasses is that accessory that makes you recognizable by enriching your image with a style narrative that immediately says who you are .  

5 cult glasses for your collection 

Now that we know what cult glasses are and what makes them iconic, let's find out which are the 5 timeless frames to add to your eyewear wardrobe right away !

Rounded glasses 

Small and rounded, rounded glasses are the glasses of intellectuals, musicians and rebels who have spanned entire eras.

First loved by tweed-clad college professors, then transformed into a symbol of counterculture thanks to John Lennon , and finally adopted by pop stars like Lady Gaga and Harry Potter (okay, maybe he's not a pop star, but he certainly contributed to the revival of these glasses among millennials).

I often recommend them to those with a square face or sharp features , because their curved line softens the corners and harmonizes the proportions of the face.

They're the ultimate way to showcase your creative side: whether you're wearing sneakers and jeans or a tailored suit, the "outside-the-box artist" effect is guaranteed.

Cat-eye glasses 

Cat -eye frames are the must-have whenever we want to feel like a red carpet celebrity… especially when we just have to walk through the office door at eight in the morning. 

If in the 50s they framed the gaze of divas like Marilyn Monroe and Audrey Hepburn , now they have become the top glasses to illuminate every look with their feminine energy. 

They work magic on round and oval faces , giving them a natural lifting effect , accentuating the gaze and spreading an office siren aura .   

You can show them off to enhance the elegance of a day suit , make an evening look even more dramatic or add a charming touch to a simple 90s  slip dress !

Rectangular glasses 

In the 1980s they were the status symbol of young yuppies , so it should not be surprising that they have now become an essential accessory for those aspiring to the CEO badge. 

With their perfectly symmetrical cut , they have a rigorous charm that conquers and communicates that you know exactly where to look to achieve your goals. 

They have recently come back into fashion thanks to the assistance of top models like Kendall Jenner and Bella Hadid, who have demonstrated how they are perfect for creating looks that combine elegance and self-confidence. 

I find them amazing especially on round and oval faces, where they give a bold and sharp  charm to the look.

But if for you this design is the emblem of dad glasses, pair them with an oversized jacket, a pristine shirt, tailored trousers and voilà : now you can set off to conquer every decision-making board ! 

 Aviator glasses 

One of the cult frames par excellence, created in the 1930s for military pilots and soon became the faithful companion of rock stars and style icons. 

The detail that makes them unique? Obviously the teardrop lenses, timeless and recognizable from miles away.  

They can't be missing from your collection, especially if you have a square face , because they balance the proportions and add that cool twist that never gets old.

I see them very well at festivals, in urban looks , but also as a highlight on the classic jeans and white t-shirt: they are enough to give three-dimensionality and a guitar hero touch  to your everyday  outfit !

Oversized glasses 

An eyewear collection without oversized glasses is like a wardrobe without a little black dress. 

Born in the 70s as a symbol of flower power , this design has lived a thousand lives and as many styles : from the ethereal and sophisticated shapes worn by Jackie O, to the extra-large and extravagant sizes of Iris Apfel.

What makes them immortal is precisely this ability to leap from one aesthetic style to another by tweaking just a few details of their design. Do you like the understated look of a Fellini muse? Then choose an oversized nude , square shape with slightly smoked lenses. Prefer an eccentric style ? Wear an oversized, unconventional design in your favorite  neon shade .

But they also have another significant advantage: they adapt to any face shape , playing with the proportions of the face and drawing attention to the right points. 

Eclectic to the right degree, they are the quintessential evergreen eyewear . So there's no excuse not to have them in your collection of cult frames !

Now that you've discovered the cult glasses that are a must-have in your eyewear wardrobe , all that's left to do is figure out which ones truly speak to you! If you already have a favorite style, hold on to it. If you're just not sure which ones are your best , don't worry: that's where I come in!