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Trendiest glasses for university students 2023

4 Sep 2023

With the new term just around the corner, many university students will be getting ready to head to campus. Look forward to the future and make sure you are fully equipped with everything you need. Look smart and stylish in a brand-new pair of glasses, whether you’re socialising with friends or catching up on your studies at university. We have compiled a list of the latest glasses trends to give you some style inspiration.

The transparent trend

Clear or transparent frames are extremely trendy at the moment. This versatile style will complement most skin tones and all face shapes because of its neutral tone. You can also feel confident enough to experiment with larger-sized frames as transparent glasses will be less likely to crowd your face in the same way a darker frame would. Discover a range of styles, from crystal clear and pastel colours to brighter tones.

Metal mania

The right pair of metal glasses will give you a highly intellectual look. They’re especially ideal for lectures at university and study sessions in the library. Metal frames are not only really sturdy and comfortable to wear but they are also really easy to style, capable of matching multiple outfits in your wardrobe! This is ideal for those busy days at university when you’re rushed off your feet and need a versatile pair of glasses that will go with everything! Select something simple and stylish or stand out in a vibrant and colourful frame.

Forest and earthy tones

As well as being easily adaptable, forest and earthy tones are actually really calming and will make you appear warm and approachable. We are seeing these styles pop up everywhere and they will blend especially well with your autumn wardrobe.

70s nostalgia

70s-style glasses are back in fashion. Big and bold, they make the ultimate statement. Turn heads when you’re walking around campus in a pair of ultra-cool retro glasses.

Funky geometric

Break the mould and feel confident in a pair of geometric glasses. A popular catwalk trend, you’ll discover everything from edgy hexagons to daring octagon shapes. We have a whole range of innovative designs.

Designer gems

Invest in a reliable pair of Premium Designer glasses. Choose from some of the most well-known fashion brands. Made from quality materials, a pair of designer glasses is bound to make you stand out from the crowd!

Can I get a student discount at Glasses Direct?

Of course, you can! As a university student, you can benefit from a huge 50% off our stylish 2-for-1 ranges. To enjoy the Glasses Direct student discount, simply join UNiDAYS and verify your student status. You then just need to follow the next steps after that. It’s that simple!

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Share your spare and split the cost

When you purchase from our 2-for-1 range, you can share the cost with a friend or loved one by letting them have your free second frame. It’s an excellent solution, especially if someone you know also needs a new pair!

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Explore 1000s of styles on our website

We hope now you have plenty of wardrobe ideas in mind, ready for your first day at university. Visit our website and explore a huge range of trendsetting frames. Filter according to your preferences and find your new favourite pair of glasses in no time!