Best Glasses Colour for Grey Hair

Published on August 15th, 2024

The best glasses colours for grey hair can include tortoiseshell, dark reds, purple, blue and green. There are many different types of grey hair including light grey, dark grey, silver grey, salt and pepper and ash grey. At Oscar Wylee, some of the best glasses for grey hair include Mesa in Auburn Tortoise, Andrew in Ribbon Blue, Parker in Spearmint. These frames will compliment grey hair well, enhancing the colour and bringing dimension and vibrancy to a person’s overall look. The glasses colours that may not be suitable for grey hair include yellows, beige, gold and darker and heavier frames, as this may dull the appearance and will not bring a lot of dimension or colour to a look. In addition to considering hair colour when picking frames, it is also important to consider other factors such as face shape, hairstyle and length, frame size and eye colour. Keep reading to learn more about the best glasses colour for grey hair.

What are the Best Colour Glasses for Grey Hair?

The best colour glasses for grey hair may be dependent upon whether grey hair is cool or warm-toned, but generally include rich colours such as tortoiseshell, dark reds, purple, blue and green. The best colour glasses for grey hair are listed below.

Tortoiseshell: Tortoiseshell is a good glasses colour for those with grey hair as it has warm undertones and can compliment cooler-toned grey hair well. Tortoiseshell is a pattern that combines dark browns and golden yellows.
Dark Reds: Dark reds such as maroon and burgundy are good glasses colours for grey hair as they can enhance the grey and bring vibrancy to an overall look.
Purple: Rich purples and violets are a great glasses colours for grey hair as they complement the shades in grey hair well.
Blue: Blues such as sapphire blue, navy blue and royal blue can all be good glasses colours for grey hair as they can complement this colour well.
Green: Green can be a good frame colour choice for those with grey hair as they help to complement and enhance the various shades of this hair colour.

A pair of tortoiseshell Oscar Wylee frames for grey hair.

Do Neutral-Coloured Glasses Frames Suit Grey Hair?

Yes, neutral-coloured glasses frames such as white, black and grey frames, generally suit grey hair as long as they are not too large or overwhelming. Generally, the colours that do not work for grey hair are dark and heavy colours that dull the appearance. These also include colours such as yellow, beige and pastels.

What are the Best Colour Glasses for Men with Grey Hair?

The best colour glasses for men with grey hair include tortoiseshell, dark reds, purple and blue. The best Oscar Wylee glasses for men with blonde hair are Mesa in Auburn Tortoise, Andrew in Ribbon Blue and Parker in Spearmint. The best colour glasses for men with grey hair are listed below.

Mesa in Auburn Tortoise: Mesa in Auburn Tortoise is a slightly oversized, tortoiseshell frame and one of the best colour glasses for men with grey hair at Oscar Wylee. Mesa in Auburn Tortoise starts from $169.
Andrew in Ribbon Blue: Andrew in Ribbon Blue is a darker blue, rectangular frame, a great choice of Oscar Wylee frame for those with grey hair. Andrew in Ribbon Blue is available from $169.
Parker in Spearmint: Parker in Spearmint is a rectangle frame in dark green, one of the best glasses colours for men with grey hair at Oscar Wylee. Parker in Spearmint is available from $169.

While the glasses mentioned above are are typically popular with men, the style and colours can be worn by anyone of any gender. Glasses are not strictly defined as male or female; at Oscar Wylee we encourage you to choose whatever glasses feel best for you and fit your personal style.

What are the Best Colour Glasses for Women with Grey Hair?

The best colour glasses for women with grey hair include green, blue, purple, dark red and tortoiseshell. The best Oscar Wylee glasses for women with grey hair are Julie in Cherry, Serge in Orchid and Frieda in Spearmint. The best colour glasses for women with grey hair are listed below.

Julie in Cherry: Julie in Cherry is a vibrant red and rectangular Oscar Wylee glasses frame, a good choice for those with grey hair. Julie in Cherry is available from $169.
Serge in Orchid: Serge in Orchid is an oversized, rich purple frame and one of the best colour glasses for women with grey hair at Oscar Wylee. Serge in Orchid starts from $169.
Frieda in Spearmint: Frieda in Spearmint is a subtle cat-eye frame in a deep green, one of the best glasses colours for women with grey hair at Oscar Wylee. Frieda in Spearmint is available from $169.

While these glasses are typically popular with women, they can be worn by anyone regardless of gender. Glasses are not strictly defined as male or female; we encourage you to choose whatever glasses suit your personal style and glasses you feel good in.

What are the Types of Grey Hair People Have?

There are a range of grey hair types including light grey, dark grey, silver grey, salt and pepper and ash grey. The types of grey hair people have are listed below.

Light Grey: Light grey hair refers to grey hair that is lighter in shade
Dark Grey: Dark grey hair refers to grey hair that is darker in shade.
Silver Grey: Silver grey refers to grey hair with a silver, metallic tone. Silver hair can also come with additional colours such as blue grey and pink grey, in which a colour pigment is added to the silver.
Salt and Pepper Grey: Salt and pepper grey refers to hair that has a mixture of dark and lighter grey, white strands.
Ash Grey: Ash grey is a type of grey hair that is darker than light grey, with cool undertones.

An image sample of several types of grey hair including light grey hair, dark grey hair and silver grey hair.

What Causes Grey Hair?

The cause of grey hair is generally advancing age, but can also include some illnesses including vitamin b12 deficiency, neurofibromatosis and thyroid disease, according to Havard Health. Grey hair occurs when hair follicles produce less colour, meaning when hair dies and regrows, the hair comes back grey. Stress is also linked to grey hair, but this has not been conclusively proven in humans. However, stress may cause the condition telogen effluvium, which can lead to quick hair loss which may grow back grey, according to Havard Health.

Is Grey Hair an Indicator of Age?

Grey hair can indicate that someone is advancing in age, as grey hair tends to appear later in life. However, some may begin to get grey hair in their 20s and 30s. The age at which a person will develop grey hair is largely determined by genetics, but can also be caused by illnesses.

What are the Main Factors to Choosing Glasses for Grey Hair?

Several main factors go into choosing glasses for grey hair including face shape, hairstyle and length, frame size and eye colour. These factors in choosing glasses for blonde hair are listed below.

Face shape: Face shape can be considered when choosing glasses for grey hair as certain face shapes suit certain frames more than others.
Hairstyle and length: A person’s hairstyle and length can be considered when choosing glasses for grey hair and picking glasses in general
Frame size: Frame size is important when choosing glasses for grey hair as it can affect fit, comfort levels and how the frames look on the face.
Eye colour: Eye colour can be used as a way to choose a pair of glasses for blonde hair, or in general, by finding complementary colours.

1. Face Shape

Face shape is a factor a person may want to consider when choosing glasses for grey hair, as certain face shapes suit certain shaped frames better than others. The main face shapes are oval, round, diamond, square and pear. The different face shapes are listed below.

Oval face shape: An oval face shape is most suited to frames that help to emphasise the even and soft features of the face, whilst also adding dimension and balance. Square, rectangle and aviator are the glasses most suited to oval faces.
Round face shape: A round face shape will be most compatible with square, rectangle and geometric face shapes, as the strong lines and angles help bring balance and structure to the face.
Diamond face shape: A diamond face shape is most suited to frames that help to soften the features and bring balance to the face. Frames for diamond faces include oval, round and cat-eye frames.
Square face shape: A square face shape is most compatible with frames that help to bring balance the strong lines and angles of the features by softening them. Frame3s for square faces include round, cat-eye and aviator frames.
Pear face shapes: Pear face shapes are most suited to frames that help to balance out the broader jaw by bringing attention to the upper area of the face. Glasses for pear face shapes include round, cat-eye and square glasses.

2. Hair Style and Length

Hair style and length are factors that a person can consider when choosing glasses for grey hair, as well as glasses in general, as certain frames may suit certain styles better. For example, if a person has a fringe, they may want to choose a thinner frame, to ensure the top half of the face is not overwhelmed.

3. Frame Size

Frame size is an important factor to consider when choosing frames for grey hair, or choosing frames in general, as this can affect how glasses fit, how comfortable they are and how they look on the face. If a frame is too big or too small for a person's face, this will affect the fit over the nose and the ears as well as affect how comfortable a person is when wearing them. If a person has a smaller head and chooses a frame that is too big, this may affect how the frames look on the face by overwhelming features.

4. Eye Color

Eye colour can be a factor to consider when choosing frames for grey glasses, or glasses in general, as there will be certain colour glasses more complimentary than others. Blue eyes, for example, may be well suited to rich browns and tortoiseshell-coloured frames.

What Glasses Colour Should be Avoided for Grey Hair?

Glasses colours that may not be as complimentary for those with grey hair and could be avoided include yellows, beige, and gold frames. These colours may clash with grey hair and may give the overall look a washed-out and dull appearance. It may also be beneficial yo avoid frames that are too dark and heavy, as this may dull the appearance. However, it is important to choose the glasses colour that you like best, that you feel comfortable in and that expresses your style.

Is Choosing Glasses for Grey Hair Different from Red Hair?

Yes, choosing glasses for grey hair is different from choosing glasses for red hair as they are very different hair colours. Red hair describes a hair type that is orange or reddish. The best colour glasses for red hair include gold, green, brown and tortoiseshell. Grey hair is better suited to richer colours such as dark browns, navy and maroon.