10 Eyeglasses So Good, You’ll Actually Take Them Off Before Going to Sleep

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There aren't many accessories you wear every single day, but glasses are one. I mean, if you want to be able to see, that is. I'm pro-contacts, don't get me wrong, but there's a reason glasses connote intelligence: With the right pair, you'll look sleek, smart, and chic.

If you're looking for the perfect eyeglasses, this is the place to find them, because the ten pairs below are bringing the heat in terms of fashion and function. They'll be staple frames you wear every day, but each pair will also add style and dimension to your look, whether you prefer the bookish, vintage appeal of round tortoiseshell frames or a sleek, savvy streak courtesy of rectangular Prada frames. There are glasses for the guy who wants to not be wearing glasses at all (i.e., clear frames) and glasses for the guy who has learned over the years how to make his frames a quintessential part of himself.

For every style, every prescription, and every taste, shop the best eyeglasses on the market below. It's time for your contact lenses to take a back seat.

BE2108 Eyeglass Frames

Leave it to Burberry to do what Burberry does best: classic, chic, and smart. These simple rectangular frames speak for themselves, with minimal branding and a timeless, sleek look that isn't overbearing.

New Wave D-Frame Acetate Optical Glasses

And if you like going the elegant-yet-playful route with your glasses, you'll love this handsome style from Saint Laurent. It features thick, transparent frames with a brow-bridge, and with its classic aviator silhouette, you're sure to keep these around for a long while.

Carlton Frames

Glasses-wearers far and wide have heard of Warby Parker, because the brand is consistently turning out stylish, comfortable frames. Take the Carlton, for example—a retro silhouette made new with semi-transparent frames in a variety of cool colors.

Gramophone Rx

We've Endorsed Caddis' blue light glasses in the past, but the brand does a pretty epic pair of prescription frames, too. These, for example, give History Professor vibes, but in a cool, vintage way.

57mm Pillow Optical Glasses

If simplicity and minimalism is your vibe, no one does it quite like Prada. Paired with sleek black and red arms, these transparent frames are perfect for when you want glasses that don't overpower your face.

GG0752O Eyewear Frames

If you didn't know you could buy Gucci frames straight from Amazon, consider this your wakeup call. These are sleek and stylish, with the brand's iconic green and red stripe going down the arms.

PO3007V Eyeglasses

A classic silhouette, and a classic tortoiseshell frame. These are timeless glasses for the guy who can't be bothered to swap out one trendy pair for another every year.

Forte Recycled Acetate Panthos Eyeglasses

Bottega specs for the guy who likes every fit to be accessorized with the utmost drip. These are simple and smart, but they add a little bit extra flair to everything you wear.

Kinney Eyeglasses

Garrett Leight is all about making glasses that are universally flattering and effortlessly elevated. Take the Kinney, for example, with its thin, rounded frame and undeniably cool shape.

Aviator Optics

If you can't get enough of your aviator sunnies, the natural next step is to get aviator eyeglasses, too. Ray-Ban does the iconic shape to perfection, with a thin metal frame that manages to look expensive and elevated.

What To Consider

Shape

When it comes to wearing glasses, some shapes and styles are going to be more flattering on your face than others. That's just life! Typically, experts recommend round frames for oval-shaped faces, rectangular frames for round and heart-shaped faces, and aviators and square frames for just about anybody. So when in doubt, go for an aviator.

Size

The larger the lens size, the larger the glasses will be. Some like an oversized frame, and some really don't, so just make sure your specs are a good fit before you purchase them. Typically, an average size is about 52 to 55 millimeters.

Why You Can Trust Esquire

We’re not going to say something is great unless it’s actually great. Every product in Esquire’s round-ups is carefully curated by our fashion and e-commerce teams.

When it comes to eyeglasses, you can rest assured that we’re hand-selecting styles that we’ve personally tested, tried, and loved, along with styles that the rest of our stylish colleagues here at Esquire endorse for their own wear. We’ve had to go through a lot of trial and error, and these frames are the ones that are simply the best.

Every pick on this list (and our other lists!) comes from years of wearing different things, seeing what we love and what we don’t, and going from there. No two tastes are the same, and no two men are the same. Your proverbial mileage may vary. But if you’re looking for the right place to start, with advice from folks who and care (possibly too much!) about this sort of stuff, this is the place to be.Monday, April 22nd

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