Monday, March 2, 2009

How to Choose Your Reading Glasses' Strength

By Amanda Somrekli

The price of custom prescription eyeglasses will be dependent on the type of frame and lens. A shopper will be looking to spend anywhere from $100 to $1000, in some cases even more. Brand names like Adidas or Candies will cost a lot less than designer frame manufacturers such as Prada or Armani.

New shoppers often believe that the cost of the frames is the actual cost of the glasses. Sadly, the reason you need the eyeglasses to begin with, are the lenses used. Lenses are an important aspect to the cost of eyeglasses, as they come with many different options such as antireflective coating, or sun protection.

Today there is a wide range of reading glasses to choose from. Some are even foldable to fit in small, handy, attractive cases. The frames available are interesting and flattering.

Second, think about the shape of your face. Different frames flatter different faces. If you have a round face, you might look for a pair that works with your curves. If your face is angular, likewise, you might be happy with a pair that softens your lines.

Compact and Folding Reading Glasses have brought in a mini revolution to the market. There are now a variety of these glasses meant for temporary use. There are tiny, foldable readers with telescopic temples that fit in cases that are merely pen-sized.

These can fit in your purse, briefcase, even in your shirt pocket. Most come in specially designed, colorful hard-sided cases for providing complete protection as well as for a sense of style.

If you get a fun pair that you really love, you will want to get a funky necklace to hang them from, so they are on your person at all times. You never know when you'll need them. You may find yourself putting them on more than you have to.

By considering the factors above, you can be sure you will be wearing the best reading glasses for you. With the variety of fun colors and styles on the market, the possibilities are nearly endless!

If you've picked some pointers about reading glasses that you can put into action, then by all means, do so. You won't really be able to gain any benefits from your new knowledge if you don't use it.

You might be disappointed with the idea that designer reading glasses are not recommended for you, but there is really nothing needed to fix for your perfectly shaped face. - 15252

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