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maltatoday, SUNDAY, 14 AUGUST 2016 17 Feature argues that the change in percep- tion was immediately "pounced on" by designers who "smell the profits to be made", by beginning to showcase a more preppy look. "These catwalk looks in turn, fu- el the need for people to conform and look cool, leading to glasses being appropriated even by those who don't need them," she said, adding that the rise in demand ultimately suits those who abso- lutely need to wear them as well, due to increased options. Grima pointed out that the trend had initially started as an in- expensive accessory option, with many experimenting with varied but altogether cheaper high street brands. Similarly Saliba added that although brands had become something of a fashion marker in themselves, the choice of branded versus high street depends largely on the person's budget. "If glasses are to be worn regu- larly, then quality is a factor but so is one's budget. There are certainly people who go for the branded frame/glasses though in my view, it's not so much for the brand itself as much as for the style, comfort, and how it suits one's face," he said. Sansone concurred that it was normally people in the 30 to 45 age group who opted for hav- ing multiple branded options to match their outfits, rather than younger age groups. Franklin also pointed out that the number of clients opting for more than one pair of glasses was on the rise. "A client could be an office worker from Monday to Friday but active in sports at the week- end," he said, adding that this could present different necessi- ties, with one model used in a for- mal setting and another selected to suit hard wear and tear condi- tions. "We have also seen a rise in cli- ents picking their frames based on wardrobe choices and opting for colours and shapes to match different outfits," he said, point- ing out that these options were no longer a female stereotype. Asked what the most popu- lar frames were at the moment Franklin said that chunky, col- ourful and plastic models were all the rage, while Sansone explained that Aviators and Wayfarers re- mained some of the most favour- ite styles in recent months. CAMPUS PACKAGE I BELIEVE IN A BANK THAT'S RIGHT FOR ME I've got my own style, my own goals, and my own way of doing things. It's my journey, and to get the most out of it I need a Bank that's right for me. f l Banif Bank (Malta) plc students.banif.com.mt FREE PHILIPS MINI OPTICAL USB MOUSE + HEADPHONES & MIC FREE VERBATIM STORE'N'GO 16GB USB When I open my Campus account, I can take home one of these INSTANT gifts*: Once I receive my first stipend, I can also choose one of these GREAT gifts*: GET GREAT GIFTS WITH * THE CAMPUS PACKAGE GET GREAT GIFTS * THE CAMPUS PACKAGE visit students.banif.com.mt FREE PORTABLE SPEAKER & MIC FREE SMART SPORT WATCH FREE BLUETOOTH SPEAKER FREE FREE SMART FREE WIRELESS BLUETOOTH HEADPHONES ¤50 GIFT VOUCHER CASH DEPOSIT ¤50 GIFT VOUCHER ¤50 GIFT VOUCHER ¤50 GIFT VOUCHER *Terms and conditions apply. Loans and credit cards are subject to the Bank's lending criteria. The Bank reserves the right to withdraw or amend this product at its sole discretion. Banif Bank (Malta) plc is a credit institution licensed to undertake the business of banking by the MFSA in terms of the Banking Act 1994 and is a member of the Depositor Compensation Scheme established under the Depositor Compensation Scheme Regulations (Legal notice 385 of 2015). Registered in Malta C41030 – 203, Level 2, Rue D'Argens, Gzira, GZR 1368, Malta. the changing fate of corrective eyewear A Gucci model at the Spring Summer 2016 Milan Fashion week wears Aviator glasses and two models from the 2015 Haute Couture Fashion Week show how glasses can complete a look for Didit Hediprasetyo