How to choose frames?

Glasses inspired by Warby Parker

These days I've been locked in my house, just studying for my midterms. I've had like 7 exams already, yup, it's like a nightmare.

All this studying thing stresses me out. And since my glasses broke, I can barely see when I'm reading, writing or drawing. 
Seriously, the other day we were in math class and I had to strain my eyes sooooo much to see what the teacher had written on the board. 

For the first time, my eyes were tired. My friend Martha was like 'Why don't you just buy new glasses?'

I was like Nahh, I don't really need glasses anymore. But believe me, I do. That's why, I went to the ophtalmologist for an exam yesterday. Everything went okay, until it was time to choose a frame. That's always the hard part for me.

There are so many frames I just can't choose one. I'm always like: Ohh, I love these ones... But what about those? And blah blah, you know how much I love eyeglasses (sounds weird, right?) but at least I'm not one of those people that wear them just for the look, that's kind of weird.

But the question is how to choose the perfect frames. And here's how:

  • Pay attention to details. My friend Juan told me this was very important when it's time to choose them. You have to make sure they're made of a very resistant material (metal, titanium, tortoise shell). And, they have to complement the shape of your face:

  • If you have a round face: I've heard rectangular and square frames should do the trick. Just be careful when it's time to choose a size.

  • If you have a square face (like me): try choosing square frames (not rectangular) or slightly round ones, they look really nice that way, just like the drawing. They should make a nice contrast with your face.

And that's it for now! After all, I don't think I'm that bad when it's about giving advice. Now, I have to decide, any suggestions? do you have a special way to choose frames? Tell me about it!

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PS: Yes, I'm so in love with Warby Parker's frames. They're just so great and affordable, you should check them out!


Wishlist #2: Word notebooks by Cool Material

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Don't you love carrying a notebook wherever you go to write down all your ideas? Or just to keep track of everything you have to do? Well, I do that a lot. And I think these little notebooks are just perfect for that. I mean, we have tablets and smartphones these days, but there's nothing cooler than having a nice notebook.

They're made by Cool Material and they're available in six different colors, including three different camo patterns. And yes, there's tan camo which is one of my favourites ;)

How to wear camo?


Today, we're going to talk about a trend in menswear for this Fall. Camouflage. These days, our eyes get a bit tired of seeing camo everywhere. Outside the shows, on street style photos... Wherever you go!!

Camo has been around for a lot and it will always be. And no, it's not only reserved for military troops or hunters. But... what's so good about it? I mean, we've seen guys like Nick Wooster and even models like Hanne Gaby wearing it. And why on Earth does it seem so difficult (at least for me) to pull it off?!

I personally didn't pay that much attention to Camo until Dries Van Noten used it for his Spring/Summer 2013 collection which is amazing.

So, enough said. Let's begin!

Camo Jackets/Shirts:

  • Just put it on. I mean, stop asking yourself if you should or not. Just do it, it looks fucking cool.

  • Keep it simple. Wear basic colors like grey or black with it. That will make the print pop out and it's a way to avoid clashing colors.

  • Wear a fitted, but not tight jacket. You can always roll sleeves up, wear long or short sleeves... The options are endless!

Camo Trousers:

  • Wearing camo pants might be a bit tricky. Always try to go for the right fit because if you don't, you'll look like a dumbass.

  • Try pairing camo pants with a white or maybe grey shirt/tee-shirt.

  • Wear them with brown brogues or sneakers and avoid wearing them with combat boots because that will make you look like you just came out of the army or something.

Well, that's it for now. I'm not that good when it's about giving advice but I hope this helps you! Do you have any particular way to wear camo?