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Published:Monday | March 14, 2011 | 12:00 AM
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Whether it's Joli-Ann Savage's (left) totally rimless Tuscany frames with metal temples, Nicole Wilson's (right) Vogue metal frames or Shermaine Wilson's plastic-frame Versace glasses, these spectacles are super hot.
Shermaine Wilson shows off her purple Prada metal frame with plastic temple glasses accented with a small vine giving the glasses a little more attitude.
Cherry Wan is looking quite lovely in this celery-green Cinzia semi-rimless with metal frame and temple glasses from the Europa line.
Carol Pryce is wearing a fashionable Chanel frame. Just gorgeous!
Carol Dallas showing off her purple and white Prada glasses. - photos by Ian Allen/Photographer
Want stylish glasses? Then try this purple Bvlgari all-plastic frame with a rhinestone flower on the temples, giving it that extra pizzazz that Donna Wiggan is sporting. Plus it is extremely comfortable.
Ricardo Robinson looking hot in his Dolce & Gabbana metal frame with plastic temple glasses. It has a wider temple, fits more snuggly on the face and is quite sturdy. Plus you have more than one colour to choose from.
If you are a man who wants simple yet classy, then this rimless Silhouette frame sported by Michael Stanbury will do the trick.
Who says a man can't wear a little colour too? Take these really gorgeous Ralph Lauren frames with just enough yellow at the temples that Michael Stanbury is trying. Absolutely cute!
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Keisha Shakespeare-Blackmore, Staff Reporter

Gone are the days when eyeglasses were dowdy with those oversized frames and thick lenses that looked like windscreens.

Now, eyewear boutiques such as Superior Optical are changing all that. Superior Optical, now 30 years in the business, carries some of the trendiest and most classy glasses that will give you the sophisticated look you desire. While the eye boutique offers many brand-name frames, such as Prada, Dolce & Gabbana, Ralph Lauren, Ray-Ban and Donna Karen, they are the only store licensed to carry Chanel and Bvlgari, two high-end designer frames.

General Manager Cherry Wan told Flair that they also carry silhouette frames, which are fully rimless. She said this brand was made in Austria and is all titanium with thin temples, yet they are very strong and lightweight.

"This type of glasses is a premium brand that comes in different colours," said Wan. Silhouette frames are modern, chic and stylish and are suitable for every person.

Rimless frames

Rimless glasses give the illusion that you are not wearing anything at all. It is perfect for those who want the focus to be either on their hair or make-up, rather than the boldness of wearing normal spectacles with bold rims or frames. It is also perfect for those who do not like the bulkiness of frames or the feeling or discomfort of wearing contact lenses. Wan noted that with fully rimless frames, they would recommend a polycarbonate lens because it is stronger, more durable, and less prone to scratching.

She noted that with the wide variety of glasses that Superior offers, they cater to everyone, including children. So whether you like rimless frames or you are more into metal frames with plastic temples or an all-plastic look, they have it. And if you are big on colour frames or want a little 'bling' on the sides, Superior has those as well.

Wan added that it just depends on the particular brand because each has its own unique style. It's all about matching the customer with the right pair. And the good news is that you can get a frame for as low as $7,000. But, naturally, more high-end brands attract a higher price.

Go and check out what the experts in eyewear have to offer . They are located at 7th Avenue Plaza, 28 Constant Spring Road. Opening hours are Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Saturdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Superior Optical also does repairs, adjustments to frames and screw replacements at no cost. And nose pads are replaced for a very small fee ($200 per pair).

For more information call Superior Optical at 926-5024 or 968-3765.

Make-up done by Judy Bennett at email:jabcosmetics@gmail.com

keisha.shakespeare@gleanerjm.com