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Light-Up Party Glasses: How to Choose the Right Pair
Party glasses are the quickest way to change a whole outfit. A pair of light-up glasses gets you noticed across a dark room and makes the group photo look planned, even when it was not. Here is how to pick the right pair.
What are light-up party glasses?
They are novelty glasses with glowing neon frames and slatted shutter lenses. AFTERHOUR glasses run on AAA batteries, which are not included, so buy those before the night. They are a party accessory, not sunglasses or protective eyewear.
Which parties do they suit?
- Birthdays: hand out a pair to everyone at the table for an instant theme.
- Hen and bachelorette parties: matching glasses are easier to wear all night than sashes.
- New Year's Eve: they stand out in the countdown photos.
- Festivals and raves: bright glasses help your friends find you in a crowd.
- Clubs and concerts: check the venue rules first, then wear them for the last hour of the night.
How to choose a colour
Single-colour glasses are the simple option and go with almost any outfit. Pick the colour that contrasts with what you are wearing: pink on black, green on white, ice blue on anything dark. Two-tone glasses have more going on, so they work best with a plain outfit.
Buying party glasses for a group
Decide first whether your group wants to match. One colour for everyone looks like a team. Four different colours look better in photos. A Duo is any two pairs with 10% off, and a Crew is any four pairs with 15% off. The discount is applied in the cart.
Before you head out
- Fit fresh AAA batteries and test the glasses at home.
- Check that the venue allows them.
- Take them off before you drive or cycle: the slatted lenses restrict your view.
- Bright or flashing light can affect people with photosensitive epilepsy. Skip them if this applies to you.