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How to Choose the Right Frame
How to Choose the Right Frame
Nowadays glasses are not just a necessity but have become an essential fashion accessory.
Choosing the right designer frame can make all the difference to getting the look
that you want. Remember that with our low prices you can afford to get a pair for
every occasion.
To help you choose the perfect frame we have put together some useful hints and
tips.
Face Shape
Most people’s faces tend to fall into one of the following categories:
People with Oval faces can
wear almost any shape of
frame
People with Diamond and heart shaped faces
would best suit narrow frames
People with Oblong face shapes will
benefit from added width or contrasting shapes
People with Round faces should focus
on narrow frames with more angular lines to add definition, length and interest
to the face
People with Square faces should
choose narrow frames that soften the facial lines and add the illusion of length
People with Pear shaped faces are
flattered by wide or angular shaped frames.
Making sure that you choose the right size glasses or sunglasses
Understanding the measurements shown is very important to making sure that you choose
a frame that looks good and fits correctly. All frame measurements are given in
millimetres and can usually be found on the inside of the arm or on the inside of
the bridge.
For example, a frame with the following numbers, 50 20 140, means that the lens
diameter is 50mm, the nose bridge is 20mm and the arm length is 140mm.
Lens Diameter:
This is measured across the lens from
the bridge
Bridge:
This is the area which sits directly above
your nose
Arm Length:
This is the length of the arms on the frame
Before choosing a new frame we recommend that you look at your existing glasses and
make a note of the measurements. You can then use these as a guide to ensure that
your new frame is a perfect fit.
Whether you have a strong prescription, a complex prescription or simple prescription,
ThinLenses.co.uk can help. Choosing the right pair of reading glasses, prescription
glasses, fashion glasses or designer glasses that fit perfectly with either glass
lenses or plastic lenses, is essential to getting the look that you want. We provide
glasses with single vision lenses, varifocal lenses, transitions lenses or high
index lenses.