A few years down the line and the frames are old and your eyeglasses prescription has changed – it’s time to upgrade your eyeglasses! With today’s large assortment of trendy and unique fashion and designer glasses, the choices are endless and there is a perfect pair out there for everyone.
What’s more, now with the possibility of buying eyeglasses online, you no longer need to spend an hour or two at the eyeglasses store being pressured by service agents who want you to make a purchase (and the more you spend, the better their commission). With a computer, the Internet and an online suitable method of payment, such as a credit card or PayPal account, you can take your time and enjoy the search for your new optical accessory via the virtual mirror.
Now for the look: how do you choose a few of the most suitable options to try out when you have so many choices?
Firstly, think of the material that would best suit your lifestyle and be most comfortable. Plastic frames are multi-colored optical options and allow you to really let loose and go for a funky unique look; while metal frames give off a more classy and sophisticated flare. Titanium, on the other hand, is the new top choice for young boys; sportsmen and very active people, owing to their durability, comfort and flexibility.
Once you’ve decided on that, then the style is next on the list. Rimless; semi-rimless; retro; full framed; cat eye frames and more are just some of the options you have available to you. They each offer a completely different feel and offer the wearer a completely different look. Retro is a very IN style for the moment and geek-chic has also made its appearance in recent months. Fully framed plastic frames are the way to go if you want this look; while subtlety can only be found in rimless or semi-rimless styles.
Now think of your face shape. If you have a circular or round face, then triangular, rectangular or other distinct angled eye glasses are your best be as they take away from the roundness and make your face appear longer. Square-shaped faces need round, curvy, or cat-eye frames to soften the face; while those with rectangle/oblong faces should not to choose frames which extend past the widest part of their faces. Oval shaped faces get to choose any shaped frame they desire.
For those who have lighter than medium tones, delicate frames and softer colors are best. Those with light skin tones and natural blonds should always think towards pinks and blues but they shouldn’t go near silver tinted glasses. A big, bold, dark frame is the perfect choice for one with dark eye, hair, or skin coloring; while those with medium skin tones can go for any look.
Lastly, one has to think of color as the color of your frames carries symbolism and refers to your personality – even if you don’t mean it too. For example, black gives off a sophisticated and mysterious feel; while light pinks and purples are for innocence and femininity. Blue is a calming color for eyeglasses and red sends off signals of being bold, sexy, powerful and not even slightly timid. Remember that the meaning of colors is cultural, traditional and personal, so choose the one that describes you as you are; or as you wish to be!
With all the online options of discount eyeglasses available you should also remember that one or two pairs is also an option; and you will receive the highest quality eyeglasses frames fitted with lenses that were manufactured especially for your prescription needs.
Hillary Glaser is a social networking specialist and expert in cross-media promotion, currently working on promoting prescription eyeglasses. She is the Director of Marketing and Special Projects for GlassesUSA – the easiest way to buy glasses online, which now offers free shipping on all US orders with the code FreeShip10.