Finding glasses online can be a stressful experience. You go in with a prescription and the knowledge that your friend looks great in the glasses she found online, but how do you know you're getting a good pair? You don't want to spend hours searching, and a couple hundred dollars only to end up with cheap feeling, poorly fitted frames. Today we're going to look at a few things to help you find the perfect pair of glasses while shopping online.
- First things first, what do you need your glasses for? Are you working from home? Are you wearing them while biking, running, and shooting hoops? Are you a lifeguard spending hours each day under direct sunlight? Each of these factors makes a difference in the frames you'll want. First figure out when you'll be wearing them most, then do some research and see which frames works best for that activity. Then move on to step #2!
- Pick a frame that fits your personal style. Don't be afraid to get out of your comfort zone while searching, you'll be surprised by how options you have. If you have truly no idea where you'd like to begin, reference our guide and find a frame shapes that will go well with your face shape.
- Find an online shop that has opticians on staff. Opticians are professionals who design, fit, and create the lenses that help you look and see your best. Not all retailers offer you access to these experts to help you decide on frames that will look great and fit you properly. Speaking to an optician can help steer you in the right direction, They'll typically have the inside edge on which frames are popular right now and can give added recommendations on the right shape for your face. These experts make all the difference and I can't recommend finding one to help you enough.
- Make sure you're getting a quality product. Many online retailers us poly carbonate for their lenses. We recommend looking for Trivex lenses and a good warranty. Polycarbonate has been the standard for a long time, in recent years Trivex has been used more and more. For a direct comparison of Trivex and poly carbonate check here. Quality frames make or break your glasses, sometimes literally. Look for frames with a consistent frame surface, genuine hinge rivets, and metal wiring to help with stability.
One of the biggest perks to buying glasses online is the price. You can often find better deals on quality glasses than if you were to shop at a brick and mortar store. If you spend a little time researching and using the tips in this article you'll be able to find stylish, comfortable frames that don't cost you an arm and a leg.
And once you've got your new sunglasses, a nose fender will keep them from leaving unsightly nose marks!