Celebrate Father’s Day with the top 5 glasses trends

We are sure you agree that dads do not always have the best reputation when it comes to their fashion sense. Quite the opposite, in fact, they are often stereotyped as being old-fashioned and behind the times – much like their favourite dad jokes! Yet, retro-style dad glasses are making a comeback and becoming a huge fashion trend. From bold retro designs to practical yet understated styles, it’s hard to deny their timeless appeal. As it turns out, when it comes to fashion, dads everywhere (believe it or not) just might be seen as cool and trendy nowadays. With Father’s Day just around the corner on 18th June, we thought it would be a great time to offer some style inspiration. Show your gratitude and celebrate the special role model in your life.

Glasses that fit your budget this Father’s Day

We have a wide selection of prescription glasses and sunglasses for you to choose from this Father’s Day at Glasses Direct. You’ll discover a multitude of popular shapes and designs to suit all budgets and occasions. Gift a beloved dad his brand-new favourite piece of eyewear.

Browse our stylish 2-for-1 range and get a second pair completely FREE! You can easily share your spare with the family member that you have in mind as the second can be a totally different style, colour, brand and have a different prescription to the first! That way, both of you will have new glasses to wear.

Alternatively, you could treat your dad to a pair of luxury Premium Designer glasses. Find all of his favourite brands, which include Hugo Boss, Oakley, Ray-Ban® and Emporio Armani.

For the retro lover

Classic styles inspired by trends of the 70s and 80s are increasingly popular at the moment. Especially pilot-style Aviator glasses and colourful square acetate frames that are big in size and even bolder in design. Timeless round metal glasses are also a very fashionable option. This retro style of glasses has been made famous throughout history by icons like John Lennon and even the fictional character Harry Potter. If your dad is a retro lover, these kinds of vintage-inspired frames could be just his scene!

For the sporty fitness fanatic

Does your dad love to play his favourite sports all the time? Or perhaps he’s always wearing trendy trainers and sportswear? If so, then a pair of sports prescription glasses is bound to suit his style and score highly in his good books. We have so many different sporty styles, from innovative Oakley frames to trendsetting and reliable brands like Champion, Polo Ralph Lauren, Harrington Sport and many more. So, whether he plays football, is a golfing pro, loves running, enjoys cycling, goes fishing, likes to hit the ski slopes, or simply watches his favourite sport on the TV, you’re sure to find something that’ll bowl him over.

Perfect for driving

Does your dad love to get behind the wheel of his car? If Dad’s taxi is always on-hand to give the family a lift or if he has a bit of a competitive streak and enjoys driving as a sport, he’ll need the ideal pair of glasses to help keep him safe on the road. Our Transitions® light adaptive lenses are ideal for this. Both Transitions® XTRActive® and Transitions® Drivewear® can be worn behind the windshield of a car. Transitions® XTRActive® lenses are ideal in bright conditions, indoors and outdoors. They are also safe to drive at night with. Meanwhile, Transitions® Drivewear® are polarised and designed to ensure an optimal driving experience during the day. They are particularly ideal if Dad drives long distances for a living.

Something practical

Some people can be really hard to buy for. If your dad is very practical and loves receiving gifts that are useful to him, a pair of reading glasses would tick all the right boxes this Father’s Day. The ideal choice would be something that is comfortable but that will also look stylish at the same time. We would suggest a classic Clubmaster or a pair of traditional round glasses as these styles will give him a highly intellectual look. You’ll also want a reasonable-sized lens so that he can see what he is reading more clearly. Go for standard reading glasses or add blue light lenses for protection, especially if he reads from digital screens a lot, whether it’s for work or for reading his favourite novel.

Alternatively, if your dad is more of a gamer and less of a bookworm, a reliable pair of gaming glasses could be just the right option for him. Simply add blue light lenses to any of our frames. Sports glasses will work really well as they are built for comfort, making them ideal for those action-packed gaming sessions!

For the fashionista

For any dad that appreciates high-end fashion, nothing could be more ideal than one of our range of luxurious Premium Designer frames. Discover some of the most revered designer brands. Dad will look smart and sophisticated whether he’s at work, shopping in the city, or out with a group of his friends.

Look forward to celebrating Father’s Day this year. Treat Dad to stylish new eyewear he will simply love. Share your pictures with us on Instagram by tagging @‌glasses_direct and #myglassesmyway.