# Nostalgic Wireframe Eyewear Esqape's L8R Shades Are Available in Three Bold Colors By Jana Pijak | Published 2018-05-02 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireframe-eyewear References: [esqape.life](https://esqape.life/collections/eyewear/products/l8r-1) Esqape's L8R shades are a fresh take on nostalgic wireframe eyewear. The gold-rimmed sunglasses stay true to the e-retailer's edgy aesthetic and are available in three bold colors -- a bright pink, a green and a violet with gradient glass. In addition to its club kid-inspired apparel and wireframe eyewear, Esqape also shares curated playlists on its website, setting itself apart from similar fast fashion retailers. The lifestyle-focused brand targets Millennials with an appreciation for nostalgia and reinterprets [90s eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-neo-jacket) in a fresh way. Moving away from recent [micro sunglasses silhouettes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upside-down-sunglasses), Esqape opts for a boxier, oversized shape that is accented nickel framing across the brow ridge and tinted prism flash-coated glass that boasts uv protection and a scratch-resistant design. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Nostalgic Wireframe Eyewear:** Esqape's L8R shades provide a fresh take on 90s eyewear, catering to Millennials with an appreciation for nostalgia. - **Bold Colored Eyewear:** Esqape's L8R shades come in three bold colors, offering a unique choice for fashion-forward individuals. - **Curated Lifestyle Brands:** Esqape stands out from fast fashion retailers by curating playlists on their website, appealing to Millennials seeking a complete lifestyle experience. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Retail:** Fashion retailers can explore the demand for nostalgic eyewear and introduce bold colored options to attract trendy consumers. - **Eyewear Manufacturing:** Eyewear manufacturers can incorporate boxier, oversized shapes and metallic accents into their designs to capitalize on the trend of nostalgic wireframe eyewear. - **Online Retail:** Online retailers can learn from Esqape's example and curate lifestyle experiences on their websites to provide value beyond just products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chic Statement Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specsavers-eyewear.md) - [Vintage Silhouette Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-retro-collection.md) - [Versatile Eyewear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/framery.md) - [Bubble-Like Sunglasses Drop](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upside-down-sunglasses.md) - [Modernized Vintage Summer Frames](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintage-soul-collection.md) - [90s-Inspired Metallic Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-neo-jacket.md) - [Sporty 70s Era Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-muzm-eyeshade.md) - [Streetwear-Informed Dynamic Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supreme-eyewear.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Dynamic Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bru-eyewear-1.md)