# Retro Glasses Revivals Amid Credit Crunch, Vintage Specs See a Resurgence in Popularity By Marissa Liu | Published 2009-09-03 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-glasses References: [eyeglassboy](http://www.eyeglassboy.com/index.html) & [louloumagazine](http://www.louloumagazine.com/english/fashion/trends/article.jsp?content=20090511_160230_9564) With the resurgence of retro glasses like [Ray-Ban](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rayban-original-wayfarer-change-transitions)’s Wayfarers, it’s only a matter of time before another blast from the past becomes the hot new look in eyewear. Round retro glasses seems to be making a comeback, especially the 1940s preppy look favored by stars such as Johnny Depp. Another popular choice is cat-eye. These fetching frames experienced a bit of a resurgence with the ladies in the 90s thanks to singer Lisa Loeb. Maybe this decade will see these retro glasses on the receiving end of a little masculine attention. The heavy- browed, rectangular framed sunglasses popularized in the 60s by Italian filmmaker Frederico Fellini are another good bet to replace the Wayfarers as [retro-revival favorites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reformation-x-jimmy-fairly). [Cat Eye Glasses](http://www.costumebox.com.au/Cat-Eye-Glasses-Pink-Black-Leopard-p-16925.html) | [Lisa Loeb](http://littlemisssuperfluous.xanga.com/694525578/item/) |[Wayfarers](http://sluttyfringe.files.wordpress.com/2009/07/wayfarers.jpg) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 66% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Round Retro Glasses:** The resurgence of round retro glasses presents an opportunity for eyewear companies to capitalize on the 1940s preppy look favored by stars like Johnny Depp. - **Cat-eye Glasses:** The renewed interest in cat-eye glasses opens up new possibilities for eyewear manufacturers to target both women and men with this retro style. - **Rectangular Framed Sunglasses:** The popularity of rectangular framed sunglasses from the 60s offers a chance for eyewear brands to replace Wayfarers as the go-to retro-revival favorite. ### Where This Applies - **Eyewear Manufacturing:** Eyewear manufacturers can leverage the resurgence of retro glasses to create innovative designs and capitalize on the growing demand. - **Fashion Retail:** Fashion retailers have the opportunity to feature and market retro glasses as a must-have accessory, targeting consumers who seek nostalgic fashion trends. - **Celebrity Inspired Products:** Companies specializing in celebrity-inspired products can collaborate with stars like Johnny Depp to create their own line of round retro glasses, capitalizing on the celebrity connection. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chic Statement Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specsavers-eyewear.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Dynamic Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bru-eyewear-1.md) - [Modernized Vintage Summer Frames](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintage-soul-collection.md) - [Color-Changing Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rayban-original-wayfarer-change-transitions.md) - [70s-Style Sport Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunski-strada.md) - [90s-Inspired Metallic Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-neo-jacket.md) - [Versatile Eyewear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/framery.md) - [Unique Retro-Inspired Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tan-france-collection.md) - [Laidback Fashion Brand Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-sunglasses.md)