Does wearing eyeglasses, makes you look old???

Philippines
June 11, 2010 9:48am CST
I mean really... Specially for the ladies... Sorry, I know it's sad to hear that. :( Guys, look cute on them, they look smart and all but for ladies, I'm not sure. Try taking a picture of you with your glasses on and then without glasses on and see the difference... I know there are lots of stylish eyeglasses, but still. I don't know... What do you think???
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28 responses
• United States
11 Jun 10
I don't think they make women look old, I think that eyeglasses make women look more sophisticated.
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• Mexico
12 Jun 10
Hi rogue 13 x men 13: I agree with you, there are so many different kind of glasses available that you don't have to look bad using them. I think I look more serious because of them and intellectual, well I'm a boy but I work with a girl that use glasses and with them she looks not only beautiful but like a very competent lawyer that knows what to do and that you can trust on her so I think it really depends on the kind of glasses you chose they can agree with your personality so you won't feel older. Thanks for your answer. Have a nice day. ALVARO
@zralte (4178)
• India
11 Jun 10
I disagree. I have been wearing glasses since I was 18. There might have been time when I looked older than my age. That may be because of many reasons, not just because I wear glasses. I have taken pictures of myself with and without glasses. I don't think I look younger or older either way. It is still me. When I wear contact, some says I look different without my glass. To me, I look the same, not younger, not older.
• Mexico
12 Jun 10
Hi zralte: I agree with you. Some people might think that a girl looks older when she wears glasses because she looks a little bit more seious and mature but I think it's simply a faux perception. Actually and just as I say, cool glasses can make a girl looks sexy Thanks for your answer. Have a nice day. ALVARO
@zralte (4178)
• India
15 Jun 10
I agree with that totally. It is just perception. Really good frame can make you look sophisticated. Again, that is just perception. Some thinks I look good, and some says I don't. Whatever works and comfortable, is good enough for me.
• South Korea
14 Jun 10
oh not really hun you just have to find the perfect frame that will look good on you,,, and dont be tired searching for it... sometimes glasses makes girls looks sexy....in my own opinion...but it not totally the glasses..itshow you handle your self... :) and theres also a surgery for the eyes too..for those who doesnt want to wear glasses anymore:) Theres a lot of option...dont be so worried....:)
@puccagirl (7294)
• Israel
12 Jun 10
I definately don't think so, but I do agree with the others that there are certain types of glasses that are pretty oldfashioned and not that flattering. I personally think that the wrong hairstyle makes you look older more than anything.
@lovieron (129)
• Philippines
12 Jun 10
yeah, i totally agree with that.It's the hairstyle that sometimes made you look a little out of the trend, i remember when i have a long hair, my sister told me that i looked older than her proven by what other people would usually say, so i have to cut my hair a little shorter because my sister told me that it would made you look younger..and i did..
• Philippines
10 Oct 10
Oh yes. Most people assumed that I'm 5 years older than my usual age. It is also because of the frame I wore. It was the classic gold-plated frame.
• Hillsborough, New Jersey
31 May 13
I find women with glasses to be more attractive. As a male, I tend to look younger in my eye glasses at least.
@se7enthbird (8307)
• Philippines
13 Jun 10
i dont think so. there are a lot of fashionable eye glasses already. my wife wears eye glasses but she wears contact lens as well. but i guess she does not look old wearing her eye glasses for she has different styles and colors. she has something to wear for any occasions. for sometimes she enjoys wearing eye glasses than contact lens. but you need to get an eye glass that is appropriate to your face. there are a lot to choose from.
• United Kingdom
12 Jun 10
I think this all depends on the type of glasses you go for. There are some glasses that have really thick lenses and they really do make you look old I think. If you are one for fashion then I think that this also counts. Fashionable glasses can be quite expensive though so it just seems like one huge battle to overcome. I was prescribed glasses myself but I have never worn them as I have this image problem with wearing glasses, this is just me personally. Thankfully my eyes are not that bad and the optician advised me that I should wear them if I'm reading but I don't bother. If choosing a pair of glasses I think that this decision should not be rushed and you should take your time and go through the whole batch! Try different glasses on to see what works for you and what doesn't. I guess the big secret is that you remain young deep inside yourself in terms of your thoughts and thinking! Andrew
• Philippines
13 Jun 10
to make eyeglasses look cute,you must choose frames that go with your face shape.square faces look great with round frames.round and oval faces look great with cat's eye frames.heart-shaped faces look great with square frames.I don't really think that ladies look nerdy with eye glasses.I admire those who pull off wearing eye glasses like a fashion trend,those people who choose frames that go well with their faces.
@airasheila (5454)
• Philippines
12 Jun 10
Good day to you, You have the point. However, there are times, some eyeglass perfectly fit to ladies faces. But, one thing I notice, some eyeglasses not only goes with the shape of the face, it also goes with the hairstyle of the woman. That, the hairstyle also affects how a woman will carry her image when she needs to wear a thick reading glass or a double vista eyeglass.
@amelly (1554)
• Malaysia
14 Jun 10
i do think it makes me look few years older and yeah,i hate people take pictures of my with my glasses..i got 3 glasses..which is frameless, half frame and full frame..i used it in different time..but everytime i step outside my house,surely i will wear contact lenses and not glasses..!..i think it is hideous..to me when i;m wearing it..but soe people look cool and cute with glasses..i'm just not the person..
@chiwasaki (4694)
• Philippines
12 Jun 10
I started wearing eyeglasses during grade school. Somehow, I developed this dark areas just below my eye lines. It is not actually an eye bag, some say it's the effect of wearing eyeglasses especially when light passes through it. I wear contact lenses at times but eyeglasses is much convenient to wear. I somehow agree with you that eyeglasses makes someone old, based from my experience.
@lovieron (129)
• Philippines
12 Jun 10
nah, i think it doesn't apply for everybody, i sometimes wear eyeglasses with no degree of astigmatism because it makes me look somewhat cute because i personally take pictures when i'm wearing one, it sometimes make you look conservative and a shy type of woman, and for me, most of men nowadays would "LIKE" a wild girl but would "LOVE" a less talkative one..,
• United States
12 Jun 10
If women wear glasses and are under the age of 30, they look as young as they are. if there older they look extra old.
@lelin1123 (15595)
• Puerto Rico
12 Jun 10
I seriously think it depends on the persons appearance more then the glasses itself. I have heard many a man say they find women who wear glasses very sexy. It is all on the eye of the beholder I think. Plus like you said there are many fashionable glasses out there today.
• United States
12 Jun 10
I don't think so, I think they make you look smart and intelligent and you are right there are some stylish glasses out there I like the small ones with color around the frames they are cool!!
@chuacx (95)
• Philippines
12 Jun 10
i don't think so, because i've been wearing glasses all the time and a lot of people saying that i look like 14 years old when in fact, i am already 18 years old. may be it depends on how they wear it or the style of the glasses. but i agrre, that guys wearing eyeglasses look cute and sometimes hot.
@Jacobus1919 (1683)
• Philippines
12 Jun 10
I think wearing one would not really make you look older. In fact, I find girls who wear eyeglasses sexy, and cute. It really depends on which style of glasses they wear.
@Alan70pct (171)
• China
12 Jun 10
I think wearing eyeglasses would rather make a person more mature than to make him or her look old.u'll look sophisticated with glasses on ur nose.
@alaskanray (4636)
• United States
12 Jun 10
I LOVE MY GLASSES!!! I think they make me look good, and so does my daughter. I have a large face and if I get the right frames, I don't look so fat. The trick is to find the right frames that will flatter your face. I look better in my glasses because without them, my eyes look all dark and sunken and the glasses cover up a lot of that, as well as the wrinkles that goes with it. :)