Glasses-drops for aviators and fashionistas

The last eighty years glasses, lenses that resemble droplets, are the most popular models. These glasses are called in different ways: aviators, pilots, which clearly speaks of their relationship with aviation. "Drip" form this fashion accessory was invented back in the 1930s by Ray-Ban. Thanks to this model, it has become popular and world famous and to this day produces and continuously improves its patented invention.

Glasses-drops were created specifically for military pilots, specifically for the needs of the United States Air Force. The main requirements that were imposed on them were universality, increased image clarity and high-quality eye protection from bright ultraviolet radiation. For this purpose, a special frame, material and form of glasses were selected.

But in the 70s of the last century they were extremely popular among ordinary people. They began to wear metropolitan women of fashion and movie stars.

What distinguishes glasses-drops from other equally stylish glasses? The main features of this accessory are a special, teardrop shaped glass that narrows to the bridge of the nose, and a thin wire frame. A laconic, absolutely straight rim line, slightly elongated lenses, a thin bridge on the bridge of the nose and wide temples - that's what is the hallmark of these trendy glasses today.

For its age, the shape of the glasses changed several times, lenses were offered with clear, angular shapes. The arrangement of lenses in the frame changed, they were given a different angle of inclination, the size increased and decreased. Even the bow of the glasses underwent a change. There are not only thin metal strips, but also double arches or even triple ones. There are glasses where the arches represent wide colorful stripes, decorated with volumetric decor. Bohemian variants attract attention by framing Swarovski crystals or valuable and rare species of wood.

Modern glasses-drops, as well as other glasses, are produced with plastic and glass lenses. Quite often there are models where mirror coating or "chameleon" effect was used.

Black glasses are not the only color solution for this accessory. Now you can find smoky glasses, blue, yellow or green. Popularity is added by the appearance of special glasses for drivers and models with diopters.

Glasses-drops are mirror-like - perfect protection from the sun. Large convex lenses help the eyes to become almost inaccessible to the sun's rays. It is scientifically established that the one who wears drop-shaped glasses receives only 20% of harmful solar radiation.

Aviator glasses have long ceased to play only a practical role and have become a model of elegance and style. Depending on the chosen model, they are a detail of the classic image, a gentle romantic accessory and a daring addition to a non-trivial hairstyle and along.

Officially, glasses with lenses in the form of drops are considered a male model. After many American movie hits They became a symbol of strength and masculinity. And now they do not lose their relevance and are still popular among men of all ages. Glasses-drops of men are worn with a strict classical suit, and with everyday city clothes. It is only necessary to determine the color of the frame and lenses.

But created specially for men, glasses-drops quickly entered the women's fashion arsenal. This model is so universal that it is almost impossible to draw a clear line between female and male glasses. Fashion accessory adds a man brutality, and a woman tenderness and mystery.