{"id":8361,"date":"2016-02-17T08:00:03","date_gmt":"2016-02-17T08:00:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.selectspecs.com\/fashion-lifestyle\/?p=8361"},"modified":"2016-02-17T08:00:03","modified_gmt":"2016-02-17T08:00:03","slug":"summer-eyewear-inspiration-guccis-70s-style-ss16-campaign","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.selectspecs.com\/fashion-lifestyle\/summer-eyewear-inspiration-guccis-70s-style-ss16-campaign\/","title":{"rendered":"Summer Eyewear Inspiration: Gucci\u2019s 70s Style SS16 Campaign"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Seventies style is set\u00a0to be a huge trend next season\u00a0and Gucci are leading the way with their recent advertising campaign.<\/p>\n<p>Since\u00a0<span style=\"line-height: 1.5\">Alessandro Michele took over the label in 2015, the fashion house has taken on somewhat of a decadent, romantic look with a vintage twist and their latest offering\u00a0is no different.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Filmed in the city of Berlin, the Gucci SS16 campaign features a gang of cool models who raced around a shopping mall whilst looking amazing in seventies-style get ups. Showcasing the brand&#8217;s trademark flamboyance, the outfits combined gorgeous florals and bold colours with luxe metallics and some retro-inspired accessories to create an amazing look.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Gucci Spring Summer 2016 Campaign Film\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/l9b5jym0ig8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>From boho psychedelic florals and peasant blouses to cool girl blazers and flared\u00a0trousers, the seventies look is easy to adopt and suits almost everyone. To get the look, you can go all-out with a head-to-toe seventies inspired outfit or just add a touch of retro style to your look with some carefully chosen accessories.<\/p>\n<p>Of course, one of the best ways to add a subtle retro\u00a0nod to an outfit is with glasses, and we couldn&#8217;t help but notice some of the stand-out\u00a0eyewear choices in the video.\u00a0The campaign featured a selection of seventies-style specs\u00a0that give\u00a0an authentic look to the models&#8217; outfits.<\/p>\n<p>So, let&#8217;s take a look at some of Gucci&#8217;s best eyewear styles\u00a0that are perfect for channeling that seventies vibe.<\/p>\n<h2>Seventies-Inspired Statement Specs<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8365\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8365\" style=\"width: 737px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-8365 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.selectspecs.com\/x-fashion-lifestyle\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/02\/Gucci-SS16-eyewear-oversized-glasses.jpg\" alt=\"Gucci SS16 campaign seventies eyewear oversized glasses\" width=\"737\" height=\"580\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.selectspecs.com\/fashion-lifestyle\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/02\/Gucci-SS16-eyewear-oversized-glasses.jpg 737w, https:\/\/www.selectspecs.com\/fashion-lifestyle\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/02\/Gucci-SS16-eyewear-oversized-glasses-300x236.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 737px) 100vw, 737px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8365\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image credit: @Gucci Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: left\">One of the most eye-catching looks from the Gucci SS16 campaign were these unique square-shaped over-sized specs which just scream seventies style, especially when paired with a glitzy green trouser suit and a retro bowl hair cut!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left\">While these huge glittery glasses make a real fashion statement, they&#8217;re more runway chic than easy-to-wear every day style.\u00a0But what else would you expect from one of the biggest fashion houses in the world?<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left\">Luckily, you can get an under-stated take on this seventies trend, by choosing bold\u00a0shapes and intriguing design details.\u00a0The new <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.selectspecs.com\/glasses\/gucci\/gg-3769\/ss2501.16.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gucci\u00a0GG 3769<\/a><\/strong> glasses are a perfect blend of retro and contemporary style, featuring a thick wayfarer frame and a two-tone finish.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/d9qzjwuieyamt.cloudfront.net\/public\/en\/res\/images\/items\/fullsized\/2501_16_4.jpg\" alt=\"Gucci GG3769 glasses\" width=\"650\" height=\"325\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Retro Tortoiseshell Frames<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8366\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8366\" style=\"width: 683px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.selectspecs.com\/x-fashion-lifestyle\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/02\/Gucci-SS16-eyewear-tortoiseshell-glasses.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-8366 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.selectspecs.com\/x-fashion-lifestyle\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/02\/Gucci-SS16-eyewear-tortoiseshell-glasses.jpg\" alt=\"Gucci SS16 campaign seventies eyewear tortoiseshell glasses\" width=\"683\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.selectspecs.com\/fashion-lifestyle\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/02\/Gucci-SS16-eyewear-tortoiseshell-glasses.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.selectspecs.com\/fashion-lifestyle\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/02\/Gucci-SS16-eyewear-tortoiseshell-glasses-300x211.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8366\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image credit: @Gucci Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: left\">Tortoiseshell glasses were all the rage in the 1970s, so it&#8217;s really no surprise that they featured in Gucci&#8217;s SS16 video. The good news is that tortoiseshell is timeless and still looks great today.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left\">For a nostalgic look, take inspiration from the model above and team a pair of tortoiseshell wayfarers with a cute knitted hat and some hippy-chic floral prints.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left\">When it comes to tortoiseshell specs, Gucci&#8217;s SS16 eyewear collection will leave you spoilt for choice. There&#8217;s the round-framed <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.selectspecs.com\/glasses\/gucci\/gg-1111\/ss2501.19.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">GG1111 glasses<\/a><\/strong> and the simple <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.selectspecs.com\/glasses\/gucci\/gg-1112\/ss2501.20.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">GG1112 rectangular specs<\/a><\/strong>, but our favourite are\u00a0the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.selectspecs.com\/glasses\/gucci\/gg-3783\/ss2501.27.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">GG3783 glasses<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>(below). These stylish specs feature seventies-esque wayfarer frames with a unique twist\u00a0and are perfect for any occasion.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/d9qzjwuieyamt.cloudfront.net\/public\/en\/res\/images\/items\/fullsized\/2501_27_2.jpg\" alt=\"Gucci GG3783 glasses\" width=\"650\" height=\"325\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Throwback Gold Aviator Glasses<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.selectspecs.com\/x-fashion-lifestyle\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/02\/Gucci-SS16-eyewear-aviator-glasses.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8367\" src=\"https:\/\/www.selectspecs.com\/x-fashion-lifestyle\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/02\/Gucci-SS16-eyewear-aviator-glasses.jpg\" alt=\"Gucci SS16 campaign seventies eyewear aviator glasses\" width=\"706\" height=\"482\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><em>Image credit: @Gucci Instagram<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left\">Gucci also showcased some rather unique menswear looks for spring\/summer 16 which are sure to set trends next season. Our favourite look for men were the gold-framed aviators worn in the video and also by the model above. These groovy glasses are the epitome of seventies eyewear.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left\">While the Gucci glasses featured aren&#8217;t yet available on SelectSpecs, you can get the look with any pair of gold aviator frames. The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.selectspecs.com\/glasses\/ray-ban\/rx6049-aviator\/ss129.38.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ray Ban RX6049<\/a><\/strong> aviator glasses are a classic seventies-inspired choice for men or women. Pair them with denim and retro knitwear for a totally on-trend look.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/d9qzjwuieyamt.cloudfront.net\/public\/en\/res\/images\/items\/fullsized\/129_38_1.jpg\" alt=\"Ray Ban aviator glasses\" width=\"650\" height=\"325\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left\">So, what do you think of the seventies-inspired eyewear look? Retro-chic or a little to nostalgic for your tastes? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below and browse the full range of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.selectspecs.com\/glasses\/prescription\/gucci\/d60\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gucci glasses<\/a><\/strong> online.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Seventies style is set\u00a0to be a huge trend next season\u00a0and Gucci are leading the way with their recent advertising campaign. Since\u00a0Alessandro Michele took over the label in 2015, the fashion house has taken on somewhat of a decadent, romantic look with a vintage twist and their latest offering\u00a0is no different. Filmed in the city of Berlin, the Gucci SS16 campaign features a gang of cool models who raced around a shopping mall whilst looking amazing in seventies-style get ups. Showcasing the brand&#8217;s trademark flamboyance, the outfits combined gorgeous florals and bold colours with luxe metallics and some retro-inspired accessories to create an amazing look. From boho psychedelic florals and peasant blouses to cool girl blazers and flared\u00a0trousers, the seventies look is easy to adopt and suits almost everyone. To get the look, you can go all-out with a head-to-toe seventies inspired outfit or just add a touch of retro style to your look with some carefully chosen accessories. Of course, one of the best ways to add a subtle retro\u00a0nod to an outfit is with glasses, and we couldn&#8217;t help but notice some of the stand-out\u00a0eyewear choices in the video.\u00a0The campaign featured a selection of seventies-style specs\u00a0that give\u00a0an authentic look to the models&#8217; outfits. So, let&#8217;s take a look at some of Gucci&#8217;s best eyewear styles\u00a0that are perfect for channeling that seventies vibe. Seventies-Inspired Statement Specs One of the most eye-catching looks from the Gucci SS16 campaign were these unique square-shaped over-sized specs which just scream seventies style, especially when paired with a glitzy green trouser suit and a retro bowl hair cut! While these huge glittery glasses make a real fashion statement, they&#8217;re more runway chic than easy-to-wear every day style.\u00a0But what else would you expect from one of the biggest fashion houses in the world? Luckily, you can get an under-stated take on this seventies trend, by choosing bold\u00a0shapes and intriguing design details.\u00a0The new Gucci\u00a0GG 3769 glasses are a perfect blend of retro and contemporary style, featuring a thick wayfarer frame and a two-tone finish. Retro Tortoiseshell Frames Tortoiseshell glasses were all the rage in the 1970s, so it&#8217;s really no surprise that they featured in Gucci&#8217;s SS16 video. The good news is that tortoiseshell is timeless and still looks great today. For a nostalgic look, take inspiration from the model above and team a pair of tortoiseshell wayfarers with a cute knitted hat and some hippy-chic floral prints. When it comes to tortoiseshell specs, Gucci&#8217;s SS16 eyewear collection will leave you spoilt for choice. There&#8217;s the round-framed GG1111 glasses and the simple GG1112 rectangular specs, but our favourite are\u00a0the GG3783 glasses\u00a0(below). These stylish specs feature seventies-esque wayfarer frames with a unique twist\u00a0and are perfect for any occasion. Throwback Gold Aviator Glasses Image credit: @Gucci Instagram Gucci also showcased some rather unique menswear looks for spring\/summer 16 which are sure to set trends next season. Our favourite look for men were the gold-framed aviators worn in the video and also by the model above. These groovy glasses are the epitome of seventies eyewear. While the Gucci glasses featured aren&#8217;t yet available on SelectSpecs, you can get the look with any pair of gold aviator frames. The Ray Ban RX6049 aviator glasses are a classic seventies-inspired choice for men or women. Pair them with denim and retro knitwear for a totally on-trend look. So, what do you think of the seventies-inspired eyewear look? Retro-chic or a little to nostalgic for your tastes? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below and browse the full range of Gucci glasses online.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":24,"featured_media":8362,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[121,545,1918,2383,2403,2448,2885,3023,3035,3043,3212,4487,5809,6178,6179,6486,6606,7447,7701],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.selectspecs.com\/fashion-lifestyle\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8361"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.selectspecs.com\/fashion-lifestyle\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.selectspecs.com\/fashion-lifestyle\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.selectspecs.com\/fashion-lifestyle\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/24"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.selectspecs.com\/fashion-lifestyle\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8361"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.selectspecs.com\/fashion-lifestyle\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8361\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.selectspecs.com\/fashion-lifestyle\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8362"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.selectspecs.com\/fashion-lifestyle\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8361"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.selectspecs.com\/fashion-lifestyle\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8361"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.selectspecs.com\/fashion-lifestyle\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8361"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}