When purchasing eyeglasses, overwhelming choices befuddle. The right lenses, of course, are imperative, but so are the frames. Wearers want durability and attractiveness. The American Academy of Ophthalmology offers frame construction information:
When purchasing eyeglasses, overwhelming choices befuddle. The right lenses, of course, are imperative, but so are the frames. Wearers want durability and attractiveness. The American Academy of Ophthalmology offers frame construction information:
— Consider whole frames made from metal, titanium, aluminum, stainless steel or alloys (a mix of metals). These materials tend to withstand abuse. Stainless steel is often the most affordable.
— For lightweight rimless or drilled frames, plastic is popular. Frames made of soft plastic are often recommended by ophthalmologists for children. Plastic frames are cheaper, lightweight and available in a variety of colors.
Complete Eye Care in Lawton, Oklahoma, offers a handy “Quest for the Perfect Set of Frames” chart at seemorelivebetter.com. Wearers are guided to the right eyeglasses through various questions, such as:
— Do you work construction, events or any other job that requires a lot of lifting and movement?
— Do you follow the latest fashion trends?
— Do you tend to break things easily and buy items that are built to last?
Depending on the answer, arrows lead to various types of frames and their attributes.
For the question “Are you especially daring and don’t like to conform?” the arrow points to this suggestion: bone eyeglass frames, typically handmade and one-of-a-kind.
To choose suitably, eyeglass specialists will evaluate face shape — square, oblong, round, etc. — and provide suggestions. For a square face, for example, oval, round or butterfly-shaped frames flatter; square or geometric do not. In general, choose shapes opposite of the face shape.