HOW TO CHOOSE GLASSES OF THE RIGHT SIZE

This size guide will help you choose the right size of glasses for your face. The right size of glasses will not only look good but also be comfortable to wear. Here are some tips to help you choose the right size of glasses:

Frames or eyeglasses are designed to match face size and shape.You must find the right glasses to get the best vision and focus. Make sure to follow our detailed size guide to find the best fitting frames for your face.

Important measurements for any spectacle frame

Most frames or eyeglasses have three measurements printed on them. These can usually be found on the frame bars/sticks or temple sticks. These three measurements are crucial while choosing your glasses. While shopping online, these are very important as you can’t try the frames before buying them!

Lens size

the lens size is the diagonal distance from one edge of either lens to the other. This is usually mentioned in millimeters. The sizes usually range from as low as 35 to as high as 60. The lens size is usually important for two reasons

• Purpose - Large lenses are usually recommended for bifocals, driving and progressive lenses
• Fit - Larger lenses are useful for people with larger faces, and vice versa.

This table helps to convert lens sizes to simple sizes understandable by everyone.

Which lens size is right for me?

To determine the best fitting lens size. Just measure your thumb. The size of your eyes will usually approximate with the size of your thumb.

This person will do well with lens sizes between 55 - 50 mm. (Medium to Large)

Nose Bridge Size

The second measurement in the frame is the nosebridge. This is the size of the bridge between the two lenses. This size may not be very relevant unless you have a very broad nose.

Temple Stick Size

The last measurement is the size of the temple sticks. These sticks go from the side of the face ro your ear. Usually, if you get the lens size right, you don’t need to worry about the temple length.