The latest figures show 69% of UK residents wear glasses some or all of the time. It breaks down into approximately 17 million people wearing them all the time, and 21 million wearing them some of the time.
It’s little wonder that the UK glasses industry is worth around four billion pounds.
Of course, choosing the right glasses can be a difficult decision. However, it doesn’t have to be. You simply need to understand the steps to making the best decision.
Look Everywhere
When looking for glasses you’ll probably be tempted to head to your local opticians and see what glasses they have on display. You’ll be able to try on lots of different frames and stare at yourself in the mirror.
However, this can result in pressure to buy and may mean you’re missing out on an array of options.
In other words, it’s okay to look online as well. Online businesses which supply such as the glasses Vistamare Optics, don’t just have an impressive collection of frames.
They offer excellent customer service, all the support you need, and you can order as many frames as you like. Simply return the ones which don’t appeal.
It makes it possible to shop for your new glasses from the comfort of your own home, without any pressure.
The Shape Of Your Face
Take a moment to check out the shape of your face:
- Oval – evenly balanced with slight widening at nose level
- Heart – wider top third and narrower bottom third of your face
- Rectangular – Longer than it is wide
- Square – strong jaw and broad forehead roughly the same size
- Diamond – narrow jaw and forehead with wider cheekbones
- Round – roughly the same proportions in all directions and your face is curved
- Triangle – Narrow at your forehead leading to a wider chin
Once you know your face shape you can select the style of glasses which goes with it:
- Oval – opt for a walnut shape frame and make sure they aren’t too narrow
- Heart – light-coloured frames, or even rimless work well
- Rectangular – decorative frames and brighter colours are good choices
- Square – narrow frames will soften the squareness of your face
- Diamond – rimless frames, preferably oval or similar are a good idea
- Round – wide frames can be a good option
- Triangle – colourful frames and those with plenty of detail on the top half
Current Styles
Knowing your face shape and the style of glasses which will look good on you helps. You should be able to locate a pair that you like and which suits you.
However, you may be influenced by the latest fashion trends. If this is the case, proceed with caution, fashion changes often.
For example, recently neon yellows and pinks were in fashion, but this is no longer the case. If you’d bought frames reflecting this fashion you would now need to replace them again.
Choosing a fashionable frame is acceptable, just note that you may need to change them more frequently.
Lifestyle
When choosing frames spare a moment to consider the activities you do frequently. Your glasses may need to accommodate this, especially if you are active and constantly engaged in sports. Make sure you choose glasses that will allow you to exercise without thinking about them or worrying they will fall off.
That’s it! You’re now ready to choose your next glasses, have fun doing so.