You can save hundreds of dollars if you shop online for glasses.If you can't find glasses you like at a brick-and-mortar retailer or if you just like the ease of ordering glasses from your home, it's a great option.Before you place an order, you need to make some simple decisions about frame style and lenses.We will show you how to order your prescription glasses online.
Step 1: It's a good idea to make sure your prescription is less than a year old.
If you haven't been to the eye doctor in a while, you should schedule an appointment and get your prescription updated.You will need an in-person eye exam to get a prescription for your glasses.You can expect to pay between 40 and 80 dollars for your eye exam.Make sure you know your distance from the other side of the eye.You should get this with your prescription from your eye doctor.You shouldn't have to pay extra to get a copy of your prescription.
Step 2: Look at their selection, shipping options, and return policy when you visit a few different sites.
Choose a site that offers glasses within your budget, that is easy to use, and that has good shipping and return policies.Many retailers offer to send you a few glasses to try on before you commit to buying, and some allow you to upload a photo and virtually try-on the glasses.If you're looking for an affordable retailer, check out Zenni or GlassesUSA.com.
Step 3: Stand in front of a mirror and look at your face shape.
A round face is a good indicator of an oval/circular face shape, whereas anangular jaw indicates a square face.If your face is wider on the bottom than at the top, you have a triangular face.The face shape is only a guideline for choosing frames.You should go with the frames that match your style.For a square face, go for frames that are rounder and thinner.If you want an ideal fit, make sure the width is wider than the cheekbones.For a rounder face, choose bold, rectangular frames.The bottom should hit just above your face.If you want to draw attention to your cheeks and eyes, try some cat-eye or D-frame glasses.A classic style of rounded rectangular glasses is needed for a heart-shaped face.If you want to balance, make sure the width is wider than the forehead.Pick frames that have detailing on the upper part, like frames with a thicker browline or cat-eye frames.Make sure they are not too small for your face.
Step 4: Take into account your skin tone, eye color, and hair.
Black frames are a classic option.If you want a less harsh item, go for brown, tan, or tortoiseshell.Blue or red are bright colors that make a fashion statement.If you have brown eyes and brown hair, you can choose between tan or brown frames.You can choose bright blue frames if you have blue eyes.Think about your personal style of dressing and colors you wear to help decide on a color.Black or dark gray frames are a good choice if you wear a lot of neutral colors.
Step 5: Pick from a variety of add-ons.
Make sure you buy glasses with UV protection.If you add custom options, they might increase production time to 3 weeks or longer, and they will cost more.If you tend to drop your glasses, choose an anti-scratch coating.If you wear glasses for activities that could scratch them, an anti-scratch coating is a good idea.If you want to protect your eyes from the sun or wear your new glasses frequently, opt for photochromic lens.You can see the photochromic coating on the lens when it is in the sun.If you work on a computer or look at other screens a lot, photochromic glasses are a good option to protect your eyes from blue light or the light from electronic devices.If you want to play sports, you need glasses.It is possible to make impact-resistant material glasses out of Polycarbonate.If you wear your glasses for sporting activities, you should use these.The same safety requirements are met by Trivex.
Step 6: There is a chance the glasses won't fit.
If that happens, you should be able to exchange the glasses or get a refund.You should note the number of days you have to return the glasses and check to see if you need to pay for return shipping.Some online retailers do not give refunds for manufacturing defects.Many retailers only give store credit.
Step 7: Put your order in for your glasses.
Once you have decided on the glasses you want, enter your prescription info and any other required info (like an insurance provider and policy number) to put them in your shopping cart.To pay for and order glasses, follow the on-screen instructions.Most retailers will have your glasses to you in a few days to 2 weeks, but it might take longer if you add more customization.
Step 8: If you need your glasses adjusted, take them to the store.
The store can help you make the glasses tighter/looser or sit differently on your nose, even if they won't be able to completely fix an issue like incorrect lens.