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Considerations When Choosing Men’s Glasses Frames

man with glassesDepending on who you are, picking out your first pair of glasses can either be an exciting, or a terrifying experience. There are many factors to consider when choosing the frames that will be sitting atop your nose for the next few years and the wide variety of options can be rather daunting. However, with the correct state of mind, the experience can be one that is both fun and rewarding. All you need to do is consider a few key factors and have a positive attitude. The rest you can leave to the professionals.

What are Your Options?

There are a variety of reasons why one might decide to choose eyeglasses over other options available for vision solutions. Perhaps you are the type of person for whom inserting a plastic disk into the eye is a gruesome concept. Or maybe your prescription caters more to external lenses. Budgets can also play a role, as eyeglasses tend to be available at more reasonable prices than boxes and boxes of contact lenses. Or perhaps you just like the style and elegance that woman's and men’s glasses can afford to the wearer. Whatever your reason for choosing glasses over contacts, the important thing to remember is that there is no shortage of options where frames are concerned.

The options for eyeglass frames are so many and so broad in style and price, that choosing between them can present a bit of a conundrum for eye patients. So it is important that you narrow down the selection as effectively as possible. In order to do this, think about the glasses you have seen people wearing. Which ones did you like? What was it about the frames that attracted you? Once you have thought about which styles of frames you personally find interesting, try on a few. Go to your eye doctor’s office or another local eye wear emporium and look around at the selection. The professional representatives at these firms are usually friendly and will offer helpful tips and suggestions to make your selection easier. Even if you do not plan on purchasing your frames from a local optical outlet, this will give you a much clearer idea of the frames that cater to your face.

Visual Suggestions

When looking over all the choices for women’s and men’s glasses, there are a few things that may help you find your style sooner than later. Consider the proportions and features of your face. The reason why there are so many different styles of frames, is because each and every person has a unique facial structure. You are probably not the exception to this rule. That’s why analyzing your facial features is key to selecting the right pair of glasses. Most people are looking for frames that will work well with their feature. Eyeglasses can serve to balance out certain elements of the face and provide a sophisticated intelligent look to the wearer. Balance is key when selecting the right frames for you. Balance will mean something different for every individual.

What’s Your Style?

Your personality will also play a large role in the glasses you end up choosing to augment your face with. Are you bold and adventurous? Then perhaps thick, colorful frames are an option to consider. Do you like to look hip and stylish at all functions and occasions? Then maybe you’d like to consider some of the slick new rectangular frames that have come into popularity in recent years. Whatever your style, getting a prescription for eyeglasses is an opportunity to express yourself and your individual personality. Let the world know who you are with the right set of frames. Shy, brash, colorful, or sporty, there are glasses out there for every imaginable type of personality.

Article courtesy of Zenni Optical. Follow Zenni on Twitter @zennioptical or read more glasses fashion tips and technology updates on the Zenni Blog.

One Comment

  1. Im looking for slim, half framed, rectangular prescription glasses for men

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