Show off specs in chain's contest

Nadine Coyle

IF YOU'VE got specs appeal you could be in with a chance of winning £10,000.

Former Girls Aloud member Nadine Coyle has teamed up with Specsavers to search for their Spectacle Wearer of the Year 2017.

Finalists will get a makeover and attend a star-studded awards ceremony in London, with one overall victor claiming the title and the five-figure prize.

The competition is a supporter of children's charity Kidscape, and has raised more than £400,000 for them in the last six years.

Rod Fullalove, store director at Specsavers in Oldham and Royton, says: "We're asking all glasses wearers in the area to pucker up and share their best selfie. Not only is it the perfect opportunity to showcase their personal specs style to the country, each entry helps raise funds for anti-bullying charity Kidscape."

Nadine, who was crowned Best Specs Newcomer at the 2016 Spectacle Wearer of the Year Awards, says: "I realised I needed glasses to drive and read last year and I've been building up my specs wardrobe ever since. I've been experimenting with some fab new optical styles, such as cat's eyes and transparent frames. I can't believe what I've been missing for all these years.

"I was thrilled to win the newcomer award last year, so it's a real honour to help with the search to find the 2017 Spectacle Wearer of the Year."

"I'm so proud to be involved with a campaign that raises funds for such a great cause. Kidscape does an incredible job to help stamp out bullying. As a mum myself, I understand how important it is for children to grow up without fearing bullies or abuse."

The competition has five age categories - 16-24, 25-34, 35-44, 45-59 and over 60s - plus a Facebook favourite voted for by the public.

A winner from each category will win a VIP makeover and the opportunity to mingle with celebrities at the awards in London in October.

One pound will be donated to Kidscape for each entry made, which will help to support the charity in providing training, support and advice for children, parents, schools, and those who may be affected by cases of bullying and abuse in the UK.

You can enter the competition at specsavers.co.uk/loveglassescomp