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There is a wide choice of eyeglass frames, but it is important to have
a well fitting one.
Most frames are available in different sizes and will be specifically
fitted to suit you. In some cases the prescription will limit the size
or design of frame. The price of a frame reflects the quality, materials,
strength, etc. and in some cases the make.
A frame is like a
garment or piece of jewelry, people will recognize you by it, and the
final
choice is mainly a question of personal taste.
HOW
TO DETERMINE FRAME SIZE
1.
Looking into your mirror, hold a ruler so it is lined
up with your temple. (See illustration for
proper positioning)
2. Measure
in inches the distance between your left and right temples.
3. Use the
chart below to convert your measurement to a frame size.
4.You must
only order a frame in which its size is within +/- 3 of your
size.
For example, if your size is a 44, you should only order a frame
size between a 41-47. |
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Frame Size Chart
 
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THE
RIGHT SHAPE
You should always select a frame that properly fits your face. In general,
the size of the frame should relate to the size of your face, and frames
that contrast with the shape of the face tend to look best. Look at
your face in the mirror and see which shape below is the closest match.
Oval—Someone
with an oval face can wear almost anything! Choose frames that are as
wide
or wider than the broadest part of the face.
Save hard geometric
shapes and low swooping temples for someone else.
Round—Frames
should make the face appear longer and thinner. They should be wider
than they
are deep. Avoid excessively round or
square styles which
exaggerate facial roundness.
Diamond—Frames
should widen the forehead and jaw while minimizing temples and cheekbones.
Rimless,
square or frames with a straight top
and curved bottom
are all good choices.
Square—A
square face features a strong jaw line and a wide forehead, chin and
cheekbones.
Gently curved narrow styles will minimize squareness and
lengthen the face. Frames should be more horizontal than vertical.
Oblong—A
frame that is deeper than it is wide will create the illusion of a shorter
face.
Try round, deep or low-triangle shapes
or frames with a
strong horizontal line emphasized by skiving (ornamental engraving).
Triangle—Frames
should add width to the forehead while softening and narrowing the appearance
of jaw, chin and cheeks. Frames tops should
be slightly
heavy, with skiving; bottoms should angle inward.
Heart—A
wide forehead and high cheekbones can be offset by a frame that adds
width below the
eye line. Try frames that are wider
at the bottom, have
rounded tops and squared bottoms, or lightly colored or frameless designs.
This information is adapted from the Envision Yourself® program
from The Vision Council of America.
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NEED TO ORDER A FRAME? (no lenses)
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place an order without lenses.
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