Hi there! I need your help choosing my next pair of specs. The glasses I currently wear are as old as my first-born child. Okay, they’re only 4 years old, but that made it sound really old, didn’t it? Hehehe. I’m indecisive and cheap, which makes it hard for me to actually pick a pair that I’m willing to spend money on.
Last weekend, the internet gods kept showing me these Rivet & Sway ads for me to try on glasses at home for free. Their website has a nicely curated set of stylish, feminine glasses, so it was pretty easy to pick out which ones I wanted to try on without being overwhelmed. Two days later, I had 5 pairs of glasses in a pretty little box at my doorstep. Kinda cool, right? It sure does beat having to go out in the nasty weather with A&Z to try on glasses at the store.
I have several disclaimers that you must read before continuing:
- I’m not affiliated with Rivet & Sway, I’m just trying their nifty program and all opinions are my own. I need your opinions, too!
- WARNING: Multiple selfies ahead! I heard that #selfie was the word of the year in 2013, and yes – I got the memo that it is now 2014. However, I just couldn’t get around to do this exercise without all the obnoxious selfies. Please, forgive me.
- I suggest you play this song while you review the choices below. Yes, I was thinking about #StarbucksDrakeHands while I was taking these photos. (That’s not a good thing.)
- Don’t let that pimple above my right eyebrow sway your opinion in any way.
Now that I got that off my chest, here are the choices:
#1: Ticker Tape:
#2 Cherry Blossom:
#3: High Five
#4: Spitfire
#5: 5th Avenue
And if you’re a side-by-side comparison kind of person, here are the choices one more time:
I’m going for glasses that make a statement, but don’t overwhelm my face. I’m going for smart and feminine, but not like I’m trying too hard to look like a hipster. Easy-peasy, right? NOT. I have my top faves in mind, but I won’t share which ones just yet.
Leave a comment with the number the glasses you think I should get! Thanks so much for weighing in!
xoxo // gracielle.
Number 3! I like number 3! But you’re so darn cute Gracielle, they all look good on you!
Jennifer McCullough recently posted…Through The Lens Thursday: Week 6
Thanks, Jennifer! I finally had to make a choice because Rivet & Sway sent me an email saying I have to return them. LOL So the winner is…..#1 Ticker Tape!
Gracielle recently posted…Free Printable – Bubble Valentines Labels
My fave is the fifth avenue followed by the spitfire. I also like #1 the ticket tape.
Herchel S recently posted…I’m not a very good tooth fairy. But there’s hope…
Thanks, Herchel! I was torn between Ticker Tape and Spitfire, but after much – way too much – consideration, I’m going with #1!!!
Gracielle recently posted…Free Printable – Bubble Valentines Labels
I was going to say 1 or 4! Love the tortoise shell, but 1 and 4 looked the most natural on you.
Megan recently posted…Shaping Up For Summer: Progress
hmmm.. I think I like #3 best, but it might look better in black. 🙂
Roaen recently posted…We’re Moving to Brazil!
Thanks for weighing in, Roaen! #3 was a popular pick by my readers for some reason. But they weren’t geeky enough for me. Maybe I should have listed that in my criteria. LOL So i’m going with #1, ticker tape!
Gracielle recently posted…Free Printable – Bubble Valentines Labels
I love no. 3 😀 You are gorgeous!
Maureen@Scoops of Joy recently posted…Sprouting Joy
Thank you for the nice compliment! The one you chose was the popular vote, but I’m going with #1! I was forced to make a decision because they asked for their trial glasses back. LOL
Gracielle recently posted…Free Printable – Bubble Valentines Labels
Another vote for #3. Although #1 is a pretty close second for me. I love your selfies. And your lipstick. Can you tell me what kind it is? xo
NJ @ A Cookie Before Dinner recently posted…10 Must Have Baby Products
Thank you, NJ! I pick #1!! The lipstick is my favorite – its called Speak Louder by MAC and I wear it with Beet lipliner, also by MAC.
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I like either #3 or #4. I think the other ones are a little too big for your face, but I know it’s hard to tell how the real frames will look! I wear glasses too and it’s so hard to pick out good frames!
Ginny Marie recently posted…Ten Things That Make Me Cry
Thanks for weighing in, Ginny! Glasses are tough to pick out…but I had to finally make a decision because they asked me to return my trial pairs. LOL So I ended up choosing #1.
Gracielle recently posted…Free Printable – Bubble Valentines Labels
I think #1 best matches the shape of your eyes and your face. 🙂
Rabia @TheLiebers recently posted…Do As I Say; Not As I Do
You win, Rabia! That’s the pair I picked. You actually don’t win anything, but it did make me happy that you agree with my choice. 🙂
Gracielle recently posted…Free Printable – Bubble Valentines Labels
I vote for #1. If you’re like me, you’ll just go with the ones that were your favorites anyway. I once asked for votes on a new kitchen light, and I picked the one with the least votes because I liked it the most. 🙂
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Thanks for weighing in, Dana! I did pick #1!!!! The popular vote seemed to be #3, but you were right all along.
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You look good with glasses. I …do not. I do have a little Tina Fey thing going on because my glasses look like hers! Anyway, I love #1 and #3. I can’t choose which one!
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I finally had to decide because they want their trial glasses back! LOL so I picked #1!!! Yay, you picked that too! #3 was the popular vote. This was such a fun exercise to see who liked the same ones as me. Virtual high-five, Tamara!
Gracielle recently posted…Free Printable – Bubble Valentines Labels
Oh my goodness why do some of them look similar to me! Ugh! This is hard. Maybe the leopard design makes me think about how stylish and sassy you look is as a mom which I love. But will that “go” with everything. You can hear my young adult always matching self coming out there. I say the ones with leopard because I think they scream Gracielle! 🙂 I hope you love whichever ones you pick hehe.
Brittnei recently posted…Blended For Success Giveaway Blogger Opportunity
This was a really hard decision! But it was super fun to hear everyone else weigh in! I’m going with #1 🙂
Gracielle recently posted…Free Printable – Bubble Valentines Labels
Oh – I love #3 but #4 is right up there!! What a fun way to choose new glasses!
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Thanks for weighing in, Kim! #4 was one of my favorites, too. I finally decided (only because they are making me return my trial pairs) to go with #1! Have a great weekend!
Gracielle recently posted…Free Printable – Bubble Valentines Labels
First of all…WOW this is so easy. You are beautiful…and you have a great glasses face. The truth is that you CANNOT GO WRONG. You look gorgeous in all of these. That really takes the pressure off of your fans! Whew! I will have to pick #4…but #3 was a very close second. But again, you just can’t go wrong!! Now I can’t wait to go back and read what other people said. I didn’t want to be influenced by their picks so I scrolled down past them as fast as I could! 🙂 –Lisa
Thanks for the nice compliments, Lisa! *blushing* #4 was one of my top picks, and #3 was the popular vote. However, I’m going with #1. Glad I got that decision off my shoulders. That was hard! LOL
Gracielle recently posted…Free Printable – Bubble Valentines Labels
I like the Spitfire (#4). Stopping by from SITS Girls Comment Love Tribe. Looking forward to reading more about your adventures. Have a great day!
Thanks for stopping by, Gailyc 🙂 #4 was one of my top picks, but I’m going with #1. Have a great weekend!
Gracielle recently posted…Free Printable – Bubble Valentines Labels
I like both #3 and #4. If you want a “stronger” look, I would probably go with #3. For a softer look, go with #4. However, I agree with other comments that you really can’t go wrong. You look good in all of them.
Dianna @ Oy Vey a Day recently posted…What Does a Groundhog Say? This Doesn’t Look Like Spring!
Thanks so much for weighing in, Dianna! #4 was one of my favorites, but I (finally) decided on #1. Have a great weekend!
Gracielle recently posted…Free Printable – Bubble Valentines Labels
It’s either 2 or 4 for me!! They look really great on you! 5 pairs? wow, how cool is that?! it sure is easy and convenient rather than going out to try things at the mall in this cold winter day. hehehehe.
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Thanks, Rea! #4 was one of my favorites and I think you were the only one to vote for #2. I liked them all but finally decided to go with #1. 🙂
Gracielle recently posted…Free Printable – Bubble Valentines Labels
I’m leaning towards #4 because they seem to go well with the shape of your face without making to harsh of a statement. But they all look great! My husband did a similar trial process with his last pair of glasses, and I have to agree, it’s a pretty sweet deal!
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Thanks for stopping by, Gina! I was torn between #4 and #1 and finally decided on going with #1. What website did your husband use to do his glasses trial? My husband wants to try this too, but the website I used only had women’s glasses.
Gracielle recently posted…Free Printable – Bubble Valentines Labels
Cute! I like #1 and #4. I need to pick out new glasses, too, but I just haven’t gotten around to it because I can’t decide what I want.
Thanks for stopping by, Heather! Those were my top two picks, too! I ended up going with #1 🙂
Gracielle recently posted…Free Printable – Bubble Valentines Labels
I love the first option! Bold but not overwhelming. They would pair well with a suit or jeans on casual Friday. And they compliment the shape of your eyebrows. (that’s my eyeglass test for when i’m shopping haha)
Earl-Leigh recently posted…Ice, Ice, Baby I’m Freezing
Thanks for stopping by, Earl-Leigh! Seriously, I think your comment is what sealed the deal for me on #1. I never considered the shape of my eyebrows. Thanks so much for your awesome advice!
Gracielle recently posted…Free Printable – Bubble Valentines Labels
I think #1 goes best with your face shape. Stopping by for #SITSblogging!
Holly recently posted…3 Reasons to Practice Organic Lawn Care
Nice to meet you, Holly! I did pick #1 🙂 We are going to be great friends!!
Gracielle recently posted…Free Printable – Bubble Valentines Labels
Hi! I vote for #4. They look fantastic on you! My friend tried this service and took him forever to pick. He loved them all. This service is fantastic! #SITSBlogging
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Thanks for stopping by, Ida! I finally had to make my decision because they want their glasses back! LOL So i’m going with #1. #4 was a very close second, though.
Gracielle recently posted…Free Printable – Bubble Valentines Labels
i am predisposed to black, but also it looks so much better on you. the multi-colored doesn’t look right. #1 for sure! #2 comes in second. but definitely #1.
catherine gacad recently posted…Dude, Where’s My Car?
YES! Those are the ones I picked 🙂 This was so fun to see who could would choose the same as me and you win! Well, you actually don’t win anything. But thanks for weighing in!
Gracielle recently posted…Free Printable – Bubble Valentines Labels
You are beautiful, glasses suit you very well. They make me look so aged. I think #1 suits you well. 🙂
Divya recently posted…Minimalist Monday
Thanks for stopping by, Divya! I did end up picking #1! Yay, your vote gave me a boost of confidence in my decision.
Gracielle recently posted…Free Printable – Bubble Valentines Labels
I like 3 or 4. The others overwhelm your lovely face. My glasses are as old as my 2nd child – and he's 8! LOL
#sitsblogging
Nice to meet you and thanks for stopping by! #4 was one of my faves but I ended up going with #1. #3 seemed to be the popular vote. This was so much fun trying new pairs at home. Sounds like you’re a bit overdue for a new pair, too!
Gracielle recently posted…Free Printable – Bubble Valentines Labels
I love how the Spitfire glasses frame your face and really flatter your eyes. I think it's a great idea to not have to go out shopping for glasses and just do it from home.
Hi Gina! Spitfire was my initial pick, but I ended up choosing #1. I had so much fun trying these on at home…but they sent me an email saying they want them back, so I was forced to make a decision!
Gracielle recently posted…Free Printable – Bubble Valentines Labels
I'm digging the TickerTape. They seem to match the outline of your eyes and eyebrows. Cute glasses. Good luck on choosing the right ones for you. Thank you for linking up with Countdown in Style.
Thanks, April! Ticker tape was in my top 2! Either that or spitfire.
I like 3 or 4 the best. I can never choose glasses either. It’s such a big. I can’t wait to see what you decided to choose!
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Thanks for stopping by, Holly! I chose #1. #3 was the popular vote and #4 was my close second. This was a hard decision, but I had so much fun trying them on at home!
Gracielle recently posted…Free Printable – Bubble Valentines Labels
i vote for #3!
best,
diane
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Dropping by from SITS girls today.
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Thanks for dropping by, Diane! #3 seemed to be the popular vote, but I decided on going with #1 which was my fave and a close second among my readers!
Gracielle recently posted…I Married the “Just Because” Kinda Guy
Oh wow, this is not an easy choice! Personally, I would go with #1, but maybe just because that’s more my style. Though, I think they look really pretty on you and compliment your face well. Any of them will be great though.
Felicia recently posted…Signs of Spring: Tiger Lily
Thanks for stopping by, Felicia! I actually did go with #1 🙂
Gracielle recently posted…I Married the “Just Because” Kinda Guy
I like #3 the best. I think they really set off your facial structure. Really, all of them look great.
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Barbara @ http://www.allmylivesnow.com
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Thanks for stopping by, Barbara! #3 was the popular vote, but I ended up going with #1 which was a close second and my favorite!
Gracielle recently posted…I Married the “Just Because” Kinda Guy
I like #1 and #4. It's time for a new eye exam and an excuse for new glasses. lol
I like the way #1 looks on you. They compliment your face and really look nice. 2nd runner up would be #4. But you should go with #1 🙂
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I’m a little late but I like #1 and #4. It looks like you chose #1. 😀
Jeanne recently posted…How I Spent My Long Weekend
My first choice was #3 but my second choice was the one you chose – #1. I love the system for trying on glasses at home. Is there any obligation to buy once you’ve had samples shipped to you?
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I can see why you had such an issue choosing! I would have voted for #1 or #3. I really can’t decide between the two. Glad you could! 🙂 This seems like a super program!
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