There is something that unites millions of people around the world: the discomfort of the temples of glasses that press on the ears. A small daily discomfort that seemed inevitable, until now. The new Temple glasses propose a different solution: completely eliminating traditional temples in favor of cushions that rest softly on the temples. What is this?
New glasses without temples, a promise of comfort to be verified
Il concept from Temple Eyewear is charming in its simplicity. Instead of using traditional temples that clip behind the ears, these new glasses rely on non-slip pads that rest directly on the temples. The design team with Emre Acikgoz e Sinosoidal Studio has focused on a minimalist approach that, on paper, should eliminate the irritation and discomfort typical of prolonged use.
Stability is ensured by exploiting the natural pressure points of the head, a principle that intrigues me a lot but at the same time raises some doubts. How will these glasses behave during more dynamic activities?
Doubts about the stability and safety
I wonder if these temporal pads will really be able to keep the glasses in place during a run or simply when bending over. In my opinion, the risk of them slipping off at the first sudden movement is real. The issue of adaptability to different cranial conformations is another critical aspect: what works perfectly for one person could be unstable for another.
But I can't help but appreciate the courage to rethink a design that has remained virtually unchanged for centuries. It is a bold attempt to solve a small but real problem that affects millions of eyeglass wearers.
New glasses, I have to get used to them
We have become so accustomed to wearing glasses that seeing a design like this would sound weird even in a dystopian movie. But that's how it is, sooner or later even glasses will be outdated.
The design philosophy expertly balances comfort and functionality, creating a product that stands out in an already saturated market. But will it be enough to convince consumers to abandon an established design?
The real test of these new glasses will be in the field. For those who suffer from ear strain or skin irritation, the promise of greater comfort may be tempting enough to justify the risk of trying something radically different. The lightness and stability promised by non-slip pads may actually offer a more comfortable experience. On the other hand, when it comes to essential devices like glasses, reliability is key.
The future is a hypothesis
For now, I remain cautiously optimistic. The idea of reinventing such a fundamental object is courageous and deserves attention. The combination of comfort, style and practicality is a noble goal, but only time and direct experience will tell whether this innovation truly represents the future of eyewear or will remain just an interesting design experiment.
Successful innovations are those that improve the user experience without compromising reliability. These new glasses defy two centuries of testing: kudos for their courage, no matter what. Would you wear them?
