Frames
How do I know the frames will be fitted correctly to my prescription?
Frame Adjustments
Frames should fit well and most adjustments can be performed by any optically qualified person. All of our frames are pre adjusted on dispatch. If you have any other problems, please contact us and we will be happy to help.
Frame Measurements
All frame measurements are clearly labeled to help you choose the right sized glasses to the frame you already have. Look at the side of your glasses arm; you’ll see three small measurements and a little rectangle. These numbers represent the lens diameter, the bridge width, and the arm length. If you are comfortable with the way your existing glasses fit, then use the same measurements.
Please note that frame measurements can vary very slightly due to manufacture and are likely to feel slightly tighter than your worn glasses of the same measurements.
The size measurements can be interpreted as follows:
Frame Width We have included frame widths to help you to choose the correct size of frame. The categories are small, medium and large head width, and are based on the measurement from temple to temple in mm.
Can I order frames/ lenses with no prescription in them?
Yes. Many people, who do not need to wear glasses for sight correction, choose to buy them for an intelligent look for job interviews or as a fashion accessory or statement. If your eyesight is fine but you’d like some designer or fashion glasses, you can order frames with Plano lenses. Just select Fashion on the ‘Select Use’ page or choose Plano under Sphere and Cylinder menus for each eye when you come to the prescription form.
What frame style/s will best suit my face shape?
Whatever shape your face, there will be a frame style that enhances it. Use our mini-guide below to help you select the most flattering frames for your face shape:
Oval
With this face shape you really can wear any frames, although do consider scale a petite face will suit smaller frames and a larger facial structure will benefit from a more dominating frame
Round
Opt for angular frames, particularly with bold side edges. These will help to lengthen your face and add a contrast to your rounder features.
Square
Angular features can be very attractive for a masculine look, but may need softening for women. Choosing glasses with a slight oval shape will soften angular features. If you choose a squarer frame, look for one with rounded edges.
Long
Glasses that only have emphasis at the top or bottom of the frame will suit your face.
Heart
If you have a triangular or heart-shaped shaped face then you will want to avoid too much emphasis across the temples. Frames with strong or heavy top edges are best avoided.
What colour frame will best suit me?
Frame colour is an important consideration and we offer a wide range, from barely-there rimless styles to bold statement frames and strong colours. Take the following colour advice into consideration before ordering your frames:
Brown/ black hair
If your natural (hair, skin and eye) colouring is strong and dark youll easily be able to carry off darker, bolder and brighter frames. Theyll compliment your dark hair and eyes. Black or dark brown frames in plastic or heavier metal will enhance your features, and although striking, the glasses are unlikely to dominate your face.
Blonde/ light brown hair
Dark bold frames will be a big style statement on pale colouring. Whilst they can look fabulous, beware, as they will dominate your face. Opting for rimless or more delicate frames or caramel or tortoiseshell colours should compliment your natural colouring better.
Grey hair
Silver, pewter or rimless frames can look fantastic with grey, silver and white hair tones. As you lose colour from your hair you also lose colour from your skin and your complexion is generally paler so ensure your glasses don’t dominate your face too much. Keep lens tints very gentle otherwise they’ll look dated. Darker or more tanned and sallow ageing complexions can get away with more dramatic coloured frames or rich bronzes and golds.
