If your natural (hair, skin and eye) coloring is strong and dark, you'll easily be able to carry darker bolder frames. They'll compliment dark hair and eyes. Black or dark brown frames in plastic or heavier metal will complement your features, and although striking, the glasses are unlikely to take over your face. Rimless or delicate semi-rimless frames will be your choice if you really don't like the look of wearing glasses, but why not be bold - choose frames that make a statement! Why not invest in a number of different colored specs to tone with outfits.

With light or medium natural colors, dark bold frames could be too much of a statement. These are great for an "intelligent reading or working look" but really will dominate your delicate coloring if you choose these for every day. Opt for rimless or more delicate frames. If you do want a bolder frame then choose a more complimentary color such as caramel or tortoiseshell.

Silver and white hair tones need a very elegant look. Change gold tones for silver, pewter or rimless. Go bold only if you have an effervescent personality. As you lose color from your hair, you also lose color from your skin and your complexion is generally paler, so ensure your glasses don't dominate your face too much. Keep lens tints very gentle otherwise they'll look dated.