A LITTLE METAL goes a long way on these optical styles.
Kate Spade New York
The cat-eye combination Flavia is made with acetate and stainless steel and made memorable with a cut-out metal flower.
(800) 631-1188, mysafilo.com
$220
Ann Taylor
Designed for smaller, narrower features, the lightweight ATP018 has partial metal temples with double pearl insets. A portion of profits from all L’Amy America frames sold through Aug. 31, including this one, will be donated to Stand for the Silent as part of their Do Good Feel Good campaign, a back-to-school promotional partnership to end bullying.
(800) 243-6350, lamyamerica.com
$189
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Grace
A metal brow and twisted temple make the G8135 a can’t-miss frame, ideal for work or play.
(888) 399-7742, alternativeeyes.com
Price upon request
Sospiri
With gold-plated bands and a micro pave setting encrusted with nearly 300 Swarovski crystals, the smooth and polished Cristina LE has a soft hexagonal shape.
(800) 486-2279, sospirieyewear.com
Price upon request
Helium
Acetate and metal join forces to deliver a unique look to the feminine, made-in-Italy 4439.
(877) 886-2824, matcheyewear.com
$213
AirDP
Part of the Genesis Air series, the Sofia, made with lightweight Ultem material, stands out with its geometric shape and metal accents at the hinges.
airdpstyle.com
Price upon request
Elle
Just behind the soft square frame front, a decorative metal twist brings an added layer of flair to EL13518.
(800) 645-2121, charmant.com
$162
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Kensie
Enamel metal detailing on the temples defines the Yass, a versatile frame intended for many face shapes.
(800) 627-2898, kenmarkeyewear.com
$190
Versace
Expanding the Medusa Biggie family — and with the temple hardware to prove it — the unisex VE3320U makes an immediate statement.
(800) 422-2020, my.luxottica.com
$310