How Rare Are Amber Eyes? Facts, Genetics and More

How Rare Are Amber Eyes? Facts, Genetics and More
4 Min Read | 31 Jan 2025
Akash Raj
Akash Raj

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The beauty of amber eyes can be observed in a wolf’s eyes. Let me ask you, have you encountered someone with amber eyes, then the answer will be no because they are one of the rarest eye colours. Only 5% of the world’s population has this eye colour and much to surprise, amber eyes are more common among animals than humans.

Various animals like wolves, dogs, cats, eagles, owls and even fish have amber-coloured eyes. However, you might be wondering if they are so rare then how do people get this eye colour and who are these people. Well, to answer all your questions about amber eyes, we are here with this blog! Without any further ado, let’s get straight into all the details about amber-coloured eyes.

What is the Exact Colour of Amber Eyes?

What is the Exact Colour of Amber Eyes?

This colour gets its name from fossilised tree resin and it falls somewhere between orange and yellow on the colour palette. It is often considered a gemstone and used in many jewellery and decorative materials.

There are various tones of amber but the most common is a combination of orange-yellow-brown colours. If we talk about eyes then you can consider these to be light brown eyes with a golden or bronze tint. These are often considered golden eyes as well because of the yellow tint.

Amber Eyes vs Brown Eyes

All amber eyes are brown eyes but not all brown eyes are amber eyes. Got confused? Let me put this in simpler words, Amber eyes are actually light brown eyes. Eyes are made up of two pigments-pheomelanin (light red or yellow hues) and eumelanin (dark brown-black). In the case of brown eyes, eumelanin is higher whereas in amber eyes pheomelanin is more. Amber eyes are a shade of brown only but they appear orangish-red in colour.

Amber Eyes vs Hazel Eyes

People often mistake amber and hazel eyes as the same but they are not. Hazel eyes have green and brown tint whereas hazel eyes don’t have green colour. Also, amber eyes have solid tints whereas you will find flecks in hazel eyes. Therefore, it can be said that both of them are different.

Celebrities with Amber Eyes

If you are wondering what all celebrities are blessed with amber eyes, then here are some for your reference.

  • Justin Bieber
  • Jennifer Lopez
  • Jennifer Garner
  • Nicole Richie
  • Darren Criss
  • Eliza Dushku

Glasses for Amber Eyes

Glasses for Amber Eyes

Though amber eyes are rare, they are extremely beautiful and if paired with the right glasses their beauty gets even more enhanced. Here are some glasses you can choose for amber eyes.

Frames that Complement Amber Coloured Eyes

  • Warm Tones: You can pick frames in warm tones like gold, bronze, copper or tortoiseshell as they add the natural warmth and charm to amber eyes.
  • Earthy Shades: Colours like olive green, rust and deep browns are also perfect as they beautifully complement the golden hues of amber eyes.
  • Amber or Champagne Tones: If you are looking for a monochromatic or cohesive look, colours like champagne gold and amber will be perfect.

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Gunmetal & Blue

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Frames that Create Contrast with Amber-Coloured Eyes

  • Cool Tones: Colours like deep purple, emerald green and navy blue create stunning contrast and add a pop of colour.
  • Bold Colours: Burgundy, teal and dark red frames are also perfect to blend with golden hues of amber eyes.
  • Black and Charcoal Grey: For a subtle look, opt for colours like black and charcoal grey.

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Crystal Blue Ombre

LUDWORTH 4

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Frames with Patterns and Finish for Amber Eyes

  • Transparent or Clear Frames: Go basic and let eyes do all the talking with transparent or clear frames. These are perfect as amber-coloured eyes will do the most in these frames.
  • Metallic Finish: Lastly, frames in metallic tones and finish add extra charm to amber eyes.

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Tom Archer

Crystal Clear & Gunmetal

EPSOM 1

£69.99

Wrapping It Up

We can definitely say amber eyes are of the rarest and most beautiful eye colour. They are known for their golden and light brown tones. It does not matter if you have amber eyes or any other colour eyes, it is important to protect them with the right eyewear. You can get glasses and sunglasses that complement amber eyes from Specscart. We have a range of 1000+ styles and offer free lenses with anti-glare, anti-UV, anti-scratch and impact-resistant coatings.

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