When I got glasses in middle school, I instantly hated them. I did everything to avoid wearing them, even if it meant looking stupid in class because I couldn't actually read the question my teacher had scrawled on the white board and then called on me to answer. As soon as I got contacts, I made a vow never to be seen in public with my glasses again. And I lived happily ever after, with a dash of saline solution, as a result. But a few years ago, a funny thing started happening—glasses got really cool, at least here in New York. And the quirkier and more retro a pair, the better. The trend jumped to Hollywood courtesy of Justin Timberlake and Jay-Z. And now it seems like the ladies have picked it up. Here, women who've made me giddy by rocking a pair of spectacles. Starting with Anne Hathaway, who at least night's premiere of "Rio" looked gorgeous in purple dress, mussed up ponytail, and a pair of major '80s glasses. I think she really needs them, as she's been spotted wearing a pair a few times over the years.
After the jump, more famous ladies in glasses. Notice how they seem to favor big, bold black pairs.
After the jump, more famous ladies in glasses. Notice how they seem to favor big, bold black pairs.
