Optical frames

Aviator Frames
Simple, sophisticated frames are easy to wear without weighing down the face. When it comes to different types of frames, effortlessly chic aviator sunglasses are the best choice for most face shapes. It stands head and shoulders above other sunglasses and is the best optical frame for men and women.

Cat Eye Frame
This upswept silhouette may be the secret behind Marilyn Monroe's sexy style. The retro-inspired look, made famous in the 1950s and 1960s, is characterized by exaggerated, upward-sloping frames that resemble a cat's eyes. The frames usually extend beyond the sides of the face, making them suitable for a variety of face shapes.

Rectangular Frames
While rectangular sunglasses range from bold to industrial, the key to trend-setting is to find a pair that is wider than it is tall. Angular contours are perfect for round faces. The chunky, versatile style adds an effortless feel to any outfit, whether it's an oversized white T-shirt or a sophisticated suit.

Round Frame
Round sunglasses, made famous by the Beatles frontman, were a symbol of the 1960s counterculture movement. Today, this statement style remains relevant among fashionistas and festival-goers alike. These frames create a vintage look and of course come in colorful shades. Some models keep things modern with chunky plastic iterations.

Wayfarer Frames
These frames are usually made of plastic and have a distinctive square shape. Lenses can be solid, graduated or mirrored. The effortless and versatile style lends itself to a variety of casual or sophisticated styling options. These frames are the perfect pairing with a men's skinny white tee and baggy jeans. For women, they also add an elusive air of mystery to the classic little black dress and stinging pearl accessories.

Square Frame
This is the motto for fashion lovers when choosing square sunglasses. While square frames can have rounded edges, the classic silhouette is more angular, making it one of the best frames for round or oval faces. The exaggerated large frame doubles as sun protection and a fashion statement.

Geometric Frames
From red heart silhouettes to less quirky hexagons, a range of unique options leave ample opportunity for your personality. They are a favorite among those who like to experiment with shapes and colors. These frames are perfect for pairing with Y2K jeans and a rhinestone-embellished crossbody bag.

Wrap Around Frames
These frames were originally designed for athletes. But they've recently become a quintessential accessory for Martian-inspired festival looks and street-style aesthetics. The wraparound frame hugs the face and provides extra protection from the sun and debris, making it perfect for skiing, hiking, and traversing the Burning Man desert.

Oval Frame
The big question is whether to choose a rectangular or an elliptical shape. Both silhouettes are wider than they are tall, accentuating the cheekbones to dramatic effect. But if you have a slightly angular face shape, you'll want to opt for oval frames for a slightly softer look. They are often made from a range of brightly colored plastics.

Oversized Frames
Oversized frames come in many different styles, all of which have in common their eye-catching size. Its exaggerated silhouette often covers the brows with a frame that extends beyond the edges of the face. When it comes to oversized frames, many people feel that bigger is better. These frames are more suitable for black and neutral tones.

Your Style
Optical frames are a fun way to express your personality. One pair can project a sense of fun and adventure, the other a serious image. Choose a pair of frames that best reflects your style and personality, or opt for a complete set of optical frames so you can decide every morning what personality vibe you want to send to the world that day.

Face Shape
While you should let your taste guide you, conventional wisdom holds that different types of glasses tend to look best on certain face shapes. If your face is oval, you should wear frames that are at least as wide as or wider than the widest part of your face. Round faces look best with narrow or angular frames as they can make your face appear slimmer and longer.

Frame Size
Eyeglass frames are available in a variety of sizes, and finding the right size for you shouldn't be too difficult. You may prefer reading glasses with smaller frames, but if you wear glasses all day, larger frames will provide a larger viewing window and increase peripheral vision. Remember, your optical prescription will determine the thickness of your lenses. If you have a high prescription, it is generally recommended to avoid large glasses because the larger the frame, the thicker the lenses.

Bridge Fit
Bridge fit is an important aspect that cannot be ignored. Glasses need to fit the bridge of your nose so they don't move or slip off when you bend over or turn your head from side to side. Make sure the nose bridge is neither too small nor too high, otherwise it will pinch your nose.

Temple Style
The temples connect the front of the glasses to the back of the head and behind the ears. Some temples (called comfort cable temples) wrap around the back of the ear, while others have no curve and put slight pressure on the sides of the head to prevent them from slipping or falling. In order for your glasses to fit comfortably without slipping off, the length of the temples must fit your head size. Most frames have temple lengths ranging from 120 to 150 mm. If you're not sure whether your frame's temples fit correctly, ask your optician for help.

Spring Hinges
The spring hinges allow the temples to flex outward without causing any damage, perfect for those who are rough with their glasses or sleep with them on. Purchasing frames with spring hinges will reduce the likelihood that you will need to make regular trips to the optical shop to have your frames adjusted or repaired.

Do you remember the day you picked up your brand-new pair of eyeglasses? After investing time and money in finding the perfect pair for your face shape, fashion sense, and lifestyle, when you can finally pick them up, they feel so special. However, once you start wearing them, you may forget to take care of them properly after a while. As your eyeglasses go everywhere with you, they face the same adventures that you do. Therefore, just like you, at the end of the day they deserve the equivalent of a long, hot shower. Just by taking good care of your eyeglasses and keeping a few simple steps in mind, you can ensure that your glasses will last longer and that you won’t have to change them in a year or two, unless your prescription changes.
Pay Attention to Proper Storage
You take off your glasses and put them on the entryway table, the couch, your nightstand, or on the bathroom sink. Sounds familiar? Try getting into the habit of always storing your glasses in their case. This isn’t just a great way to keep dust and dirt away from them, but it also protects your glasses from getting scratched, bent, or broken. Rugged or rigid cases or even microfiber pouches serve the purpose of keeping your glasses intact.

Place Them Carefully
If you really do just put your glasses down for a minute, so you don’t want to put them in their case, try to avoid laying them lens down. The best way is to close the frame and let the glasses rest on their side arms. This can prevent the top of your glasses from chipping or deteriorating.

Use a Suitable Cloth
Carefully consider the material of the cloth you use to wipe your glasses down. Never use paper towels, tissues, napkins, or your shirttail. Regardless of how soft they are, these materials have a textured surface and can easily scratch your lenses. There might also be some debris on the surface of your lenses and wiping them around on a dry lens may be abrasive. If you still need to just quickly wipe down your glasses, use a microfiber cloth that usually comes with the glasses or is available at most drug stores and pharmacies.

Rinse
Use lukewarm water to rinse off your glasses to properly clean them. You can use a gentle cleaning solution as well, but only a few drops to avoid leaving any soap residue on the lenses. Use a clean, soft, and lint-free cloth to wipe away most of the water and allow your glasses to air dry. Alternatively, you can use alcohol free sprays or cleansers that are available at drug stores and are specifically made to clean eyeglass lenses. We don’t recommend using pre-moistened lens wipes.

Have a Firm Grip
When cleaning your glasses, hold the frames by gripping the nose piece. This way you can avoid accidentally bending the frame. If the glasses are bent out of shape, they will start to look funny and might also feel uncomfortable.

Use Both Hands
Frequently using one hand to remove your glasses can cause a misalignment of the frame, weakens the screws, and can eventually break your glasses. Simply use both arms to put on and remove your glasses from the temple, or if you can’t do that, try taking them off from the center of the frame rather than from one arm.

Avoid Putting Your Glasses on Your Head
Wearing your glasses on the top of your head may seem like the easiest way to keep track of them and take them on and off quickly. This habit however can stretch the arms of your frames, making them loose on your face because the top of the head is generally wider. Eventually, your glasses can lose their shape and strength. If you just can’t get into the habit of storing them in their case, consider getting a strap to wear them around your neck during the day.

Re-adjust
Opening and closing your glasses can cause the screws to become loose over time. This could cause your glasses to become uncomfortable to wear or slip off your face. If you find that your glasses become ill-fitting over time, you can always visit an optometrist at your local eyewear shop to get your glasses readjusted.