There were times when wearing spectacle frames were considered to be an embarrassment as it used to make one look like a nerd or geek. Until recently, people would not wear glasses frames in public, to avoid the awkwardness. Today, the scenario has changed completely. Wearing stylish spectacle frames is considered to be fashionable. Hollywood celebrities and the who’s who of the fashion world can be regularly seen wearing different spectacle frames at different parties.  There are numerous brands of spectacle frames available on the market that can make one look smart and trendy, just like their favourite celebrity.

Fashion is one aspect of wearing spectacle frames, while protecting eyes from harmful rays is another aspect. It is important to wear sunglasses outdoors to protect the eyes from harmful ultra-violet rays. When you move out into the sun, managing sunglasses frames and spectacle frames together can be troublesome. If you regularly wear spectacle frames, then carrying sunglasses and spectacles frames at the same time can be very inconvenient. 

These days, a wide variety of spectacles lenses is available to avoid this inconvenience. Spectacles lenses, often called clip on glasses and cover over glasses, are available, which can be clipped onto your existing spectacle frames to allow protection from the sun. The most common clip on spectacles lenses available are called polarized glasses. Polarized glasses frames help cut out any reflection that comes from flat surfaces such as snow, water, roads and the like. They also do not allow the polarized light to reach the eye; therefore, the wearer is able to see things in their true light.

With all these options you don’t have the fuss over choosing spectacle frames when you want to wear sunglasses. You can easily choose from the wide variety of glasses frames available on the market, but if  you still need guidance, consult an eye specialist for more information.

Glasses frames with tinted lenses are also in vogue. These glasses frames are available in various coloured tints such as black, grey, yellow, brown, green, etc. The coloured tint not only helps you look fashionable but also offers you 100% sun protection. These glasses frames are a great option if you are participating in outdoor activities such as river rafting, skiing, paragliding, etc. 

Working on the computer is a visually intensive task and, unfortunately, our work pressures and lifestyles do not give us the opportunity to be kind to our eyes. A different type of spectacle lens is called anti-glare or anti-reflective, and these are also available with a type of optical coating that reflects light and makes working on computers trouble-free and less stressful.

Choosing the right kind of spectacle frames is important because it changes your look completely. Also, it is important to be comfortable in what you are wearing and your choice should keep your eyes healthy and stress-free. 

Carefully select your spectacle frames and glasses frames with the right kind of spectacle lenses at Personal Eyes Optometry, Dymocks Building, Suite 9, Level 5, 428 George Street, Sydney, NSW 2000 or you can visit us at www.johndellamartaoptometrists.com.au