Today, the eyeglass market is witnessing a revolution in terms of styles and designs. No longer just a practical aid for people who need help with their eyesight, it is now the latest fashion accessory. While many, particularly ladies may believe that gold works the best for every outfit and every occasion, you might want to try to want some different colors or different frames. While you are at the office, you may prefer a professional look in a cool blue or black metal frame while at a party you might go in for a stone-studded silver frame. Whatever your preference, whatever the occasion, you are bound to find a style and a frame for it.

Modern eyeglass frames can be found in both rimless and semi-rimless varieties (here the eyeglass lens is held along the temples with the help of just a screw or a wire). If these are combined with a pair of anti-reflective lens then it is almost like you are wearing no glasses at all. These kinds of eyeglasses are lightweight and yet durable, with a modern yet classy look and are popular among both men and women.

Another new development in eyeglass frame technology is the use of titanium. Titanium is extremely lightweight and non-corrosive. It therefore serves both purposes of durability and fashion.

Other popular frame materials are stainless steel and aluminum, which are again very durable and look stylish as well. Modern eyeglasses and reading glasses are increasingly using plastic to give a very hip look to eyeglass frames – these are particularly popular in the younger crowd. These frames are again available in a variety of styles – from thin classic frames or bold ones with layers of colored plastics that are laminated together for standout effects

Women always seem to give a lot of prominence to the way eyeglasses will look on them than to fit and comfort. For office wear, frames in gray, black or tinted white remain popular. If you like something more colorful and gay, there are frames with floral or animal prints, in dashing colors like blue, green, yellow, orange and pink. Frame shapes like butterfly or cat-eye with embellishments along the frame are also popular. Currently in vogue are frames with delicate filigree work in metallic or purple color.

Men have always placed more emphasis on fit, comfort and durability of eyeglasses than to style. However, this has changed in the recent past with men looking for style in addition to all of the above. Mens reading glasses use more traditional eyeglasses in their offices, like classic frames in silver, gold metal or even dark plastic. Some who believe in a standout personality go in for sophisticated looks like frames with metal cutouts in tortoise colors.

For that round-the-day wear, sporty frames are the best. These are designed with ultra-light metals which are also highly durable and which have just the slightest touch of color.

Thus, whatever the occasion and whatever your style statement, you will be able to find an eyeglass that fits it perfectly.