Getting stuck with a pair of glasses that turn out to be uncomfortable is the worst. It could be compared to having to wear your least comfortable dress shoes every single day. Eyeglasses should feel natural and comfortable, like an extension of ourselves (which, in a way, they are). Make sure that as you are shopping for that perfect pair, you really take the time to judge how they are going to feel when they become a regular accessory. Finding glasses that will feel good can be tricky sometimes, especially because it can be so distractingly fun checking out how they look on you. Here are some tips on how to make sure you are happy with your choice in the long term.
Go for Quality
For most of the things that we wear frequently, designer names should really take the back seat to comfort. Luckily, when it comes to your glasses, they probably will not have to. As long as you go with a designer known for high quality frames, you will already be getting off to the right start. Not only will well-made glasses frames be more durable, they will also be less likely to rub you the wrong way. Frames that have been less than perfectly assembled have a way of just fitting poorly, requiring constant readjustment. With a well-known eyeglass frame designer you are not likely to run into this problem. And even if not all of their selections are right for you, you will at least know this in the store right away, because chances are that the condition that you buy them in is the condition they will remain in for quite a while.
Step Away from the Mirror
Just for a moment or two, back away from the mirror. Though looking at yourself in all different frames is definitely going to be the most fun part of your shopping expedition, set aside at least a small amount of time to think about your future comfort. Since you are not going to be spending most of the time with your eyeglasses staring at yourself in the mirror, try to experience this for a second in the store. Close your eyes, and get a good sense of what you are feeling, paying special attention to your ears and the bridge of your nose. If you have on a less-than-comfortable pair, it will not take you too much time to realize it. Closing your eyes helps because you will not be distracted by how great you look.
Head to your local designer eyeglass frames store today to find a comfortable pair you can wear every day.
Dr. Grace Kim is Chairperson for Clinical Advisory Panel of America’s Best, a nationwide eyeglasses retailer. With over 300 locations nationwide, America’s Best provides thousands of high quality eyewear to customers every day. They carry a wide selection of designer eyeglasses and contact lenses in each of their stores, and they also offer eye exams. Learn more about designer eyeglasses at https://www.australiaglasses.com/