Most people dread going to the doctor, and the optometrist is no exception. It can be difficult to find the time to set aside to get a new prescription, which requires an eye exam to check your vision, and then you have to sit and try on new glasses.
While the visit to the eye doctor is unavoidable, you can speed up the process by purchasing prescription glasses online. To get started, make sure you have an updated prescription from your doctor.
When shopping for prescription glasses online, it’s helpful to know the size and shape of your face. Measure the frame width of your favorite pair of sunglasses or current glasses that you have, and stay within 4mm.
Figure out your face shape to know what style complements you best. If you’re uncertain, follow this general rule: wider faces, should pick wide, oversized frames to avoid too much pressure on your temples, while smaller faces should choose smaller round or square frames that won’t go past your temples on either side.
If shopping somewhere like WMP Eyewear, there are quite a few prescription options to choose from. If you want a clear pair of Rx glasses, you’ll receive index-thin polycarbonate lenses with a UV-blocking coating and anti-scratch coating.
If you spend ample time in front of a screen, add a blue-light-blocking coating. If you want maximum visual clarity, then opt for the anti-glare coating so the world feels easy on the eyes.
Many prescription glasses options also have the option to order them as prescription sunglasses. For example, Nick is available as prescription glasses, but you can also order these frames with a green G15 lens, amber lens, or grey lens. Choose a polarized coating if you need relief from glare or want optimal clarity.
When shopping for prescription glasses online, you should be paying somewhere between $75 and $200 depending on the needs of your prescription and any other coating or lens specifications. If you’re paying more than that, you’re paying too much.
Some popular affordable prescription eyewear brands include WMP Eyewear, Warby Parker, and Zenni Optical.
For anyone who needs some suggestions on where to start with their prescription glasses journey, check out some of these top customer frames from WMP Eyewear.
If you can’t live without your aviators, then try a retro rectangular take on the frame. Emerson features a single nose bridge and an oversized square lens for a classy upgrade on an original style.
Clear glasses are always in fashion, so shop men’s styles with a champagne color like Abner. These square acetate frames offer a timeless look that pairs with anything.
For an effortlessly cool pair of frames with a strong browline, try a pair like Wesley. These crystal brown acetate square glasses would look great on any guy with a round, oval, square, or heart-shaped face.
The best brands for prescription glasses are small businesses, including WMP Eyewear, Warby Parker, and Zenni Optical.
When you shop from a big designer, it’s likely owned by the company Luxoticca. Because they own a large share of the eyewear industry, they control the prices and mark up costs by 1,000% or more. The markup for small businesses is much smaller, at only 200 to 400%.
The easiest way to know your glasses size is to look at a pair you already own. There will likely be three numbers on the temple arm: the first is the lens width, the second is the bridge width, and the last one is the temple length. Cross-reference these numbers with size charts or measurements listed in the product description to find the perfect new pair of glasses.
And if you can’t find the measurements you need, contact customer service to help you out.
Stylish designer-quality frames for men and women are available from WMP Eyewear at a reasonable price. We offer eyeglasses like Tate, a retro round frame with a notched keyhole design, and Jaxon, a semi-rimless frame made of acetate and stainless steel with adjustable nose pads and a strong browline.
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