The Chinese remake of the Korean drama Pretty Woman, titled Pretty Lee Hui-jin, follows nearly identical plot tropes—a fashion editorial office setting, a Cinderella-style heroine, and a domineering CEO romance. Fortunately, the cast's striking looks and solid acting have prevented the show from drawing criticism from Korean drama fans since its premiere.
The only puzzling choice was casting the notoriously stunning Dilraba Dilmurat as an ordinary-looking "extra"—a role utterly at odds with her natural beauty and the character's clumsy, dowdy nerd persona.
From frizzy curls to a face dotted with freckles, the makeup artists pulled out all the stops to make Dilraba look unattractive.
This is exactly how Dilraba should be styled!
That said, both screenwriters and makeup artists love using thick-rimmed glasses to subvert a female lead's conventional beauty. In the film "The Formula for True Love," starring the "Fish Pond Couple," Zhao Liying sported a full head of curls and thick-rimmed glasses to portray a studious academic.
Zhao Liying's signature round face surprisingly doesn't clash with serious-looking frames. The wide frames naturally conceal fuller cheeks, visually making her face appear smaller.
Tiffany Tang is famously obsessed with thick-rimmed glasses among actresses. Her adorably goofy round frames make her appear even sweeter and more charming.
Qian Song is also a seasoned fan of frames. Despite her sophisticated, older-sister vibe, she somehow exudes a strong student-like aura when wearing them.
Seeing Liu Yifei rock playful street style for the first time was a delightful surprise. Thick-rimmed sunglasses instantly softened her ethereal, aloof aura, making her more approachable.
【Want Fashion, Not Dorky Glasses? Here's How to Wear Them】
Why do female celebrities look so chic in frames, while you end up looking like a nerd?With so many styles available, pairing them correctly is key.
Tip 1: Round frames for long faces, square frames for round faces
Traditionally, glasses were seen as a symbol of unattractiveness, prompting many students to rush for contact lenses upon entering the workforce. Yet when chosen wisely, glasses can beautifully frame your face and elevate your style.

Unsure how to select frames? The simplest approach is to apply the complementary lines principle from art composition: round frames for long or square faces to soften contours, while square frames for round faces create balance.
Unsure which glasses to choose? The simplest method is to apply the complementary lines principle from art composition: those with long or square faces should opt for round frames to create a fuller, softer appearance; round-faced individuals should select square frames to elongate their features; heart-shaped or oval faces can choose frames that blend square and round shapes.
√ Correct Example: Sun Li
Sun Li has a classic long-to-square face shape. These large round frames perfectly soften her facial angles, creating a playful, youthful look that easily shaves off five years.
╳ Wrong Example: Zhao Liying
Already blessed with a round, plump face, Liying compounded the issue by wearing perfectly round sunglasses. Her look perfectly cosplays a fortune-teller, earning full marks for comedic effect.
Additionally, those with naturally stern demeanors should steer clear of flat, elongated square frames—they'll make you look like a strict principal! Liu Shishi's choice here is a clear misstep. Her already limited facial expressions paired with square frames only amplify an aloof, distant vibe.
Tip 2: Apply full makeup before putting on glasses
Back in the day, celebrities wore thick-rimmed glasses to hide their tired, bare-faced selves. But nowadays, every star steps out with flawless makeup, perfect hair, and a full outfit coordinated with their frames. The level of chicness is incomparable.So don't foolishly assume glasses alone make you the height of fashion. As an accessory, remember you wear the glasses—not the other way around. Just like how a designer bag looks completely different on different people, glasses are pretty snobby too, OK?
√ Correct Example:Shu Qi
Shu Qi, who often goes makeup-free in her selfies, strategically applies eyeshadow, eyeliner, and mascara when wearing these vintage-inspired tortoiseshell frames. Even her brows are meticulously groomed. Even paired with a plain T-shirt, her style is practically flying off the charts.
╳ Wrong Example: Angelababy
Honestly, even someone as beautiful as AB looks less than flattering in thick black frames without makeup. Dull skin, lifeless eyes, and unkempt brows make her appear disheveled and haggard.
【Tip: Lift the outer corners for brighter eyes】
When styling glasses makeup, emphasize the eyeliner—especially at the outer corners. A subtle upward flick at the tail makes the eyes appear more vibrant behind the frames.
Tip 3: Avoid Overly Strong Prescription
Some wear non-prescription glasses purely for style, while others need prescription lenses for practicality. Remember not to overcorrect your prescription—the magnifying effect of strong lenses will make your eyes appear smaller behind the frames.
╳Wrong Example: Chen Qiaoen
Known for her self-deprecating humor on Weibo, Chen Qiaoen not only demonstrated smudged mascara but also poked fun at her own awkward look with thick lenses. The contrast between her big-eyed self before glasses and her "catfish-eyed" look afterward is hilarious.
【Tip: Emphasize the Lower Liner】
If you're unlucky enough to be a "half-blind" person with nearly 1000 degrees of myopia and must wear glasses for important occasions, boldly apply lower eyeliner—something you might normally avoid—to "rescue" your eyes from appearing smaller behind the lenses. But don't line the entire lower lash line; just intensify the outer third and lightly dot the inner fifth of the eye.