# Haute Style Spectacles Fashionistas Flock to Non-Prescription Glasses for Spring By Shelby Lee Walsh | Published 2010-03-03 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/non-prescription-glasses References: [lookbook.nu](http://lookbook.nu/look/399505-Pont-Marie) The hipster is still alive and well -- just check out popular fashion site Lookbook.nu for tons of [skinny jeans, hobo chic looks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tan-france-collection) and last but not least, non-prescription glasses. With spring springing upon us very shortly, Parisian fashionistas like Louise Ebel (seen in the above gallery) are locking down a [chic librarian look](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reformation-x-jimmy-fairly) by sporting non-prescription glasses, layered clothing and neutral toned attire. You don't have to be book smart to look smart this coming season, but you should pick up a pair of non-prescription glasses if you haven't already. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 99% | Activity: 94% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Non-prescription Glasses Trend:** The trend of non-prescription glasses among fashion enthusiasts provides an opportunity for the eyewear industry to develop more stylish and innovative designs. - **Layered Clothing Trend:** The trend of layered clothing in conjunction with non-prescription glasses offers an opportunity for retailers to create entire fashion lines that revolve around this look. - **Hobo Chic Style Trend:** The hobo chic style trend presents an opportunity for clothing brands to develop rugged yet stylish clothing that fits this trend. ### Where This Applies - **Eyewear Industry:** The non-prescription glasses trend presents a potential niche for the eyewear industry to create unique and chic designs that appeal to fashion enthusiasts. - **Retail Industry:** The combination of the non-prescription glasses trend and the layered clothing trend provides an expansive opportunity for retailers to create entire fashion lines and market them to young adults. - **Clothing Industry:** The hobo chic style trend creates a market opportunity for clothing retailers to develop new designs that meet the needs of a growing segment of fashion-conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Versatile Eyewear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/framery.md) - [Prescription Eyewear Line Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quays-optical-line.md) - [Timeless Statement Frames](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frances-valentine-x-caddis-eyewear.md) - [Transparent Crystal Sunglasses Frames](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-harwood-20.md) - [Vintage Silhouette Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-retro-collection.md) - [City-Inspired Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/champion-eyewear-collection.md) - [Prescription-On-Demand Eyewear Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prescription-on-demand.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Eyewear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reformation-x-jimmy-fairly.md) - [Unique Retro-Inspired Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tan-france-collection.md)