HRM : Izumi Miyamura Cosplay Blue Contact Lenses

Izumi Miyamura Cosplay Contact Lenses: The Overhead Angle

A glasses-wearing character plus a camera above eye level is a recipe for two dark rectangles and no eye colour. Here is how to keep the blue visible through a lens.

What the overhead angle does to glasses

From above, the top bar of the frame cuts across the eye and the glass throws a small shadow under the brow. Between the two, most of the iris gets hidden.

Tilt the head down a little

Counter-intuitive again, but dropping the chin slightly opens the eyelid and lifts the eye away from the top bar. Then let the eyes travel up to the camera.

Keep the glass clean and non-reflective

The other half of the problem is glare. Wipe the lenses, angle the face away from the strongest light source, and let the eyes be the bright part of the frame rather than the reflection.

Blue reads well in shade

Blue survives shadow better than most colours, which is good news with glasses and an overhead angle. Keep the lens clear and bright rather than deep navy.

The quiet smile

This character is gentle and a bit shy. A small, slightly sideways smile works far better than a broad grin, and it keeps the eyes open and visible.

The review we hear most

“Shooting above eye level with glasses used to hide everything. Dropping the chin fixed it completely.”

— a cosplay creator with a 1M+ following

Why CCUS Eyewear

CCUS Eyewear makes Izumi Miyamura cosplay contact lenses with a blue that shows through glasses and shade. If your character wears specs, start here.

Clean, dry hands, a case when they’re out, and follow the care guidance that comes with your pair.