How to Choose the Right Eyeglasses

Whether it’s your first set of frames or you’re looking to switch it up, choosing a new set of eyeglasses is the perfect opportunity to pick an option that fits into your personal style.

However, with a wide variety of shapes, colors, patterns and brands to choose from, it can be difficult to choose eyeglasses that are right for you. While trial and error is a key part in deciding on a new set of frames, there are several factors that will help you slim down your options and select a new pair of eyeglasses without getting overwhelmed.

Factors to Help You Choose Eyeglasses
The following considerations should be made when choosing new eyeglasses:

Face Shape
Everyone’s face is unique, and eyeglasses can help elevate or counterbalance specific facial features. Knowing what face shape you have can be helpful when shopping for new frames.
Some of the most common types of face shapes include:
. Round: A round face has even proportions throughout, with a rounded forehead, jawline and cheeks.
. Oval: Oval-shaped faces are evenly proportional, but with rounded face corners that narrow slightly at the forehead and a chin that is widest at the cheekbones.
. Square: A square face has a broad forehead, with strong cheekbones and an angular jaw.
. Diamond: Diamond faces have a narrow forehead, high cheekbones and a pointed chin.
. Heart: Heart faces have a broad forehead, narrow jawline and a pointed chin.

Material
Eyeglasses are made out of a variety of materials that can affect their ﬂexibility, style, and price. Some of the most common eyeglass materials include:
. Metal: Metal frames are the thinnest and most lightweight option, making them ideal for strong prescriptions.
. Titanium: Titanium frames are long-lasting and built to withstand corrosion. Hypoallergenic, these frames are the best option for those with sensitive skin or other allergies.
. Memory Metal: Made of a titanium alloy, memory metal is durable, lightweight and ﬂexible. These frames can bend while keeping their shape, making them ideal for an active lifestyle.
. Plastic: If you’re looking for eyeglasses on a budget, plastic is a great material to consider. Cost-effective plastic frames come in a wide variety of colors and are built thicker, which can help support high-prescription lenses.

Color and Pattern
Choosing a color can be one of the most daunting aspects of choosing eyeglasses. If you’re looking for glasses that can blend in with your everyday wardrobe, then neutral colors such as black, white, silver, beige or brown will match with nearly every color. When you choose eyeglasses, you may also want to consider the color of your eyes, hair and skin, as some colors can complement and highlight your natural tones.

Personal Style
Don’t be afraid to try eyeglasses that show off your personal style, even if it may be out of your comfort zone. Just like other fashion accessories, your eyeglasses are an extension of how you express yourself. If you’re looking to make a statement with your glasses, look for brightly colored or neon frames that will pop. A dynamic pattern can also stand out and blend with your personal style.

Lifestyle
What you do for both work and play can also inﬂuence what type of glasses you select. If you’re active, sturdy, strong frames will be a better choice over intricate designs. Prescriptions with progressive lenses are best fit in taller, wider frames. For those who work in front of a screen for a majority of the day, anti-fatigue and blue light-blocking lenses can provide a huge benefit to your weary eyes.

Prescription
One of the most important factors that can inﬂuence frame choices is your prescription. As mentioned above, some frames are better suited for specific strengths. Ultimately, whatever vision problem your prescription is trying to correct — such as astigmatism, nearsightedness, farsightedness or presbyopia — will inﬂuence the shape and thickness of your frames.

If you’re having trouble choosing the right glasses for your eyes, the optometrists at Lake Eye are here to help.

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