When I was in middle school, I got made fun of a whole lot because I had to wear glasses. It was the epitome of uncoolness. Now I see hipsters wearing glasses without the prescription lenses; what's the deal? Is it to project an air of intelligence? Is it because it's just so cool to be different? Is nerd the new black? Or is it d) all the above?
This silly fad actually reminded me of a Daria episode (Through A Lens Darkly S03E01) whereby Kevin said "Well, I got to thinking about what you said about glasses making you smart, Daria. And hey, you may not believe this, but I could stand to be a little smarter, so I got some...I don't want to be a brain or anything. I like having friends. So I got a pair without any lenses. So now I'll be smart but not too smart."
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