How to choose the right dioptric glasses?

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6 tips on how to choose the right prescription glasses

Choosing the right prescription glasses is important as they improve vision and enhance your vision.

That is exactly why we have prepared some classic tips on how to make a correct and informed decision.

Determine your needs

Determining your needs includes figuring out what glasses you need: for reading, computer work, driving or the common one – for permanent wear.

Unfortunately for you, you cannot determine this yourself and it is necessary to see an eye specialist. He will measure vision you and will determine if you have farsightedness, myopia, Astigmatism or other eye problems. Simply put, you will know if you need glasses while reading or looking into the distance.

During the examination, it is necessary to talk honestly and frankly with the specialist in order to be able to determine your needs in detail and concretely. Mentioning your daily activities, work or hobby will certainly bring clarity to your needs.

In cases where glasses are required for more than one distance, you need to consider whether you want combined glasses or whether you will bet on only one pair, for example - for reading.

Choose an appropriate, for the shape of the face frame, which to be the right size

facial shapes

The individuality of each of us is emphasized by different styles of frames.

To begin with, you need to judge what face shape do you have – round, oval, square, heart-shaped or diamond.Determining your face shape will help you decide which frames would look best. This will give you confidence and you will not feel like you are in an "unharvested vineyard" when an optician starts advising you.

If you have round face, avoid round frames and go for more square or rectangular ones. For square face, choose round or oval frames.

Among the luckiest are people with oval shape on the face, on them go almost all forms of glasses frames.

If you have sharp facial features, you may prefer frames with softer and rounder shapes. For faces with more oval features, frames with sharp and angular shapes can add contrast to the overall look.

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Choose a frame with a shape opposite to the shape of your face.

In terms of size, massive frames may seem excessive for narrow faces, while fine and thin frames are more inconspicuous and suitable for people putting on glasses for the first time.

Make sure the glasses sit comfortably on the nose and behind the ears. You should not feel pinching and tightness as this can lead to irritation and discomfort when wearing the glasses constantly.

It is necessary that the glasses take a stable position on your face. If they are constantly sliding down your nose or digging into your temple, it will lead to a desire not to wear them. And this in turn will reflect on your vision.

We encourage you to try different styles and shapes. Sometimes a pattern you don't like at first may be perfect for you.

It is desirable to tailor the color of the frame to harmonize with the color of your skin.

If you have warm skin tones, you can choose frames in colors such as brown, terracotta, gold or orange. These colors will be in sync with your look.

About cold skin tones we recommend frames in blue, purple, black or silver.

Avoid a strong contrast between the frame colour and the skin colour. For example, if you have very fair skin, too dark frames can look too frumpy. As well, dark skin may not be highlighted well by light frames.

Unlike the frame shape rule we defined earlier, here it is necessary to choose a frame tone similar to the skin tone.

Be sure to pay attention to your hair and clothing when choosing a frame. The right color of glasses can contribute to your harmonious look. The same applies if you use makeup or a certain lipstick color.

Choose a suitable material for the frames.

The choice of material for the frame of the glasses is important as this can affect its weight and durability.

Metal frames have the advantage of being thinner and more durable, but some of them are more expensive due to the fact that they are made of stainless steel or hypoallergenic materials

On the other hand acetate frames are available in a wider variety of styles, colour combinations and shapes. They are suitable for people with sensitive skin as they rarely cause allergies. But on the other hand remember that they are susceptible to breakage, scratches and deformation compared to metal ones.

People with a different outlook on life are sure to be attracted to wooden frames, but their maintenance is also more difficult and requires special care. They are quite attainable once you are looking for ease, comfort and an eco-friendly option for your glasses.

Choose a model that reflects your personal and unique style

Fashion trends in eyewear change every season, but there are some common ones that have prevailed in recent years.

Here are the current styles for the season:

Oversize frames

Enlarged patterns covering most of the face add drama and a modern look.

Slim handles combined with solid front

The slim metal handles, complemented by a solid plastic front, add a Hollywood glamour to your look but also a classic style.

Transparent frames with colour tint

Frames of transparent or coloured materials are popular. They can come in a variety of hues that add lightness and modernize your look.

Broken geometric shapes

For the eccentric among you, choose glasses with a different shape of the circles. A common combination is a round circle and a square circle, presented in a minimalist style.

Vintage style frames

The typical vintage frames with a hipster twist are back in fashion to show us history in a new way. They are suitable for those of you who are rebellious rebels.

Remember, the most important thing is to choose eyewear that you will feel comfortable with, whether it's keeping up with the latest fashion trends or is an established classic.

Consider the coatings on the glass

Choosing the right glasses lenses is a key stage of buying new glasses.

Among the most common coatings are the easy-clean layer, reinforced hard coating, blue-violet light filter and hydrophobic coating.

The proper consultation that you will receive from an optician will give you the ability to assess which glasses and coatings suit your strictly individual needs. Do not hesitate to inquire in detail about the characteristics of each type of coating. Acquiring such information will make the decision easier.

Invest in quality

Glasses are a long-term investment that affects the health of your eyes. The high quality materials and craftsmanship of the products ensure that you will not have to replace your glasses frequently due to rapid depreciation of the materials.

Do not hesitate to consider your decision. Choosing glasses sometimes takes more than one day and involves good consideration of the information obtained in the opticians.

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