Designer Eye Glasses

Since most people keep a pair of prescription glasses for an average of two years, when it becomes necessary to choose new glasses frames, you should take your time to assure you are selecting frames that you are happy with. Many optometrists employ experts to help their patients select glasses frames based on what type of prescription lenses they need. You may also be lucky enough to get the assistance of someone who can help you choose glasses frames that are flattering as well. If you are left to your own devices though, there are few things to consider when choosing new glasses frames.

Bear in mind that, while most styles of frames accommodate any lens type, there may be some circumstances in which the frames you’ve chosen will not work with your prescription, so you may want to select two or three at first. To possibly narrow the selection, be sure to ask the optometrist to show you if there is a selection of frames that are paid for or discounted by your insurance company.

Choosing glasses frames:

Pay attention to both the shape of the frame and the color. Certain shaped frames do not flatter certain shaped faces. Those with oval faces can wear nearly any shape, but rounder faces should avoid round frames. Also, if you have small, close inset eyes or a small nose, be careful not to select frames that overpower your features. Similarly, those with square jaw lines should avoid square or boxy frames.

Since many of the same style glasses frames come in different colors, focus on selecting the proper size and shape frame before the color. If you wear your glasses continuously, you might consider neutral or muted colors rather than bold primary colors. If your personality warrants bright and bold, choose a color that will flatter your skin tone. An olive complexion might be striking with rich burgundy colored frames, while pale complexions can be accentuated with a cool, deep green color.

Features:

• Some frames are rimless, leaving only the arms to have substance and color.

• Some glasses frames have preformed bridges that eliminate the nose pads, which bother some people.

• If you are constantly removing and replacing your glasses throughout the day, you might want a pair of glasses frames with spring-hinged arms.

Whichever type of frame you choose, be sure your glasses are both comfortable and attractive. That might mean trying on several pairs. If you have trouble making decisions, there are some optical retailers who will allow you to try a pair for a period of time and exchange them if you don’t like them.

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Where we take a pair of glasses from the high street, and a pair from our range, and compare them.

This time looking at stylish semi-rimless glasses from Specsavers costing £99, and a similar pair from our range at £65.

We’ll have an in depth look and see what differences there are.

These prices were right as of 01/08/2008.

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You know who you are!  You are the one squinting at restaurant menus often ordering from memory.  You are the one casually asking other shoppers the price of an item.  You are the person at the supermarket holding a can of soup at arm’s length to read the label info. You are having trouble freshening up your make-up, or saying, “I’ll have the same”, at the coffee shop because you can not really see.  You know who you are.  You are the person who needs readers.

Readers are non-prescription sunglasses and reading glasses, and they make life easier for you and anyone else around you who has to keep reading everything that you can no longer see.  Once you own a pair of readers, you want a pair with you at all times.  You will want a pair near nearby to sort mail.  You definitely need readers in the bathroom to read directions on medications and toiletries.  Readers in the kitchen to read recipes are a must.  Of course, keep a pair with your book to conveniently get in a few chapters before you nod off.  Once you own a pair of reading glasses, you will be amazed at the improvement in your eyesight, and you will want to own several pairs.

Additionally, reading glasses are a fashion statement.  There are so many styles and colors; readers are a fashion accessory as well a handy convenience.  Designer, laser, or fashion reading glasses and sunglasses are fun and attractive and make a fashion statement whether you are sporting, high design, or totally trendy.  You may be pleased at how affordable reading glasses are to buy online.  You can find wholesale men’s reading glasses or women’s reading glasses for a fraction of the price you would pay in the stores.  They are so affordable, that you can easily have a pair in every room at home and in your desk at work, and in the car. 

You will want to locate a quality online reading glasses distributor to find cheap reading glasses at wholesale prices.  You will find an incredible selection of styles: rimless, wire rim, carbon and plastic, along with bargain prices to suit your needs.  One such company is CheaperReaders.com.  They offer a full 100% lowest prices and satisfaction policy guarantee on all sales, or your glasses are free.  You will also find a full range of accessories.

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Avoid lens scratches by cleaning rimless glasses with a microfiber cloth. Learn how to clean and take care of eyeglasses from lenses to frames in this free video.

Expert: Stefan Czelusta
Bio: Stefan Czelusta is the office manager at Texas State Optical in Austin, Texas, and has worked in optics for more than nine years.
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Learn how to restring the lens on semi-rimless frame eyeglasses in this free eyeglass care video.

Expert: David Carver
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Bio: David Carver has been a practicing Optician for over three years. He is currently the Lab Manager at Texas State Optical in Austin, Texas.
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