Not so long ago, getting prescription eyeglasses meant you were a nerd who had strained your eyes with too much study -- or you were getting really, really old! Today, however, prescription eyeglasses are proving more popular than ever as a fashion accessory as much as a function necessity.
We're tempted to think: Who'd want prescription eyeglasses when they could get contact lenses or vision correction surgery? The truth is, these innovations in eye care don't work for everyone. And now that eyeglasses are as trendy as other fashions, there's no need to fret about wearing them!
There are several kinds of single-vision and multi-focal prescription eyeglasses that can correct presbyopia. These include:
For the younger crowd, that world-famous wizard Harry Potter has cast a spell over youngsters who need to get prescription eyeglasses. Thanks to Harry, children no longer resist getting glasses - as long as they're fun. Durability is key to choosing kids' eyeglasses, so new enhancements such as flexible frames and spring hinges are welcome additions.
Materials for eyeglass frames also sport innovations, such as the introduction of wood and bamboo. Because it's an easily renewable resource, bamboo in particular is becoming a popular material for those concerned about the environmental impact of the manufacture of plastic or metal frames.
* Progressive lenses. Here's the biggest improvement over either bifocals or trifocals. Progressives allow wearers of prescription eyeglasses to focus at nearly any distance. There's no line in the lens, so eyesight transition is smoother than with the other types of lenses for presbyopia.
Photochromic lenses have been around a while, but they're still impressive. Thanks to their chemical coating, or to an adaptability built into the lens materials, these prescription eyeglasses darken in bright light, then go back to an undarkened state when the wearer moves inside or goes out at nighttime. Photochromic lenses are especially good for people who go in and out frequently.
These trends in prescription eyeglasses are increasing for several reasons.
Plus, after age 40 most people develop a condition known as presbyopia. This means that the focusing muscles and lens of the age have become less flexible with age. The way to tell presbyopia is when print that once was clear now appears blurry.
Second, eyeglass frames are built to last. Unless your prescription changes every year, it's likely that an investment in several different pairs of prescription eyeglasses will last quite a while.
Choosing lenses is only part of the fun of getting prescription eyeglasses these days. Top fashion designers such as Anne Klein, Marc Jacobs, Sean John and Calvin Klein now make eyeglass frames as well. Gone are the days of stiff plastic or tarnished metal frames. Instead, prescription eyeglasses wearers can build an entire wardrobe of existing colors and styles that make eyeglasses one of the trendiest fashion accessories.
Whatever you choose, make sure you really like the look and fit of your prescription eyeglasses. Ask your optician or optical store in advance about their return, exchange or refund policies before you buy. - 26706
We're tempted to think: Who'd want prescription eyeglasses when they could get contact lenses or vision correction surgery? The truth is, these innovations in eye care don't work for everyone. And now that eyeglasses are as trendy as other fashions, there's no need to fret about wearing them!
There are several kinds of single-vision and multi-focal prescription eyeglasses that can correct presbyopia. These include:
For the younger crowd, that world-famous wizard Harry Potter has cast a spell over youngsters who need to get prescription eyeglasses. Thanks to Harry, children no longer resist getting glasses - as long as they're fun. Durability is key to choosing kids' eyeglasses, so new enhancements such as flexible frames and spring hinges are welcome additions.
Materials for eyeglass frames also sport innovations, such as the introduction of wood and bamboo. Because it's an easily renewable resource, bamboo in particular is becoming a popular material for those concerned about the environmental impact of the manufacture of plastic or metal frames.
* Progressive lenses. Here's the biggest improvement over either bifocals or trifocals. Progressives allow wearers of prescription eyeglasses to focus at nearly any distance. There's no line in the lens, so eyesight transition is smoother than with the other types of lenses for presbyopia.
Photochromic lenses have been around a while, but they're still impressive. Thanks to their chemical coating, or to an adaptability built into the lens materials, these prescription eyeglasses darken in bright light, then go back to an undarkened state when the wearer moves inside or goes out at nighttime. Photochromic lenses are especially good for people who go in and out frequently.
These trends in prescription eyeglasses are increasing for several reasons.
Plus, after age 40 most people develop a condition known as presbyopia. This means that the focusing muscles and lens of the age have become less flexible with age. The way to tell presbyopia is when print that once was clear now appears blurry.
Second, eyeglass frames are built to last. Unless your prescription changes every year, it's likely that an investment in several different pairs of prescription eyeglasses will last quite a while.
Choosing lenses is only part of the fun of getting prescription eyeglasses these days. Top fashion designers such as Anne Klein, Marc Jacobs, Sean John and Calvin Klein now make eyeglass frames as well. Gone are the days of stiff plastic or tarnished metal frames. Instead, prescription eyeglasses wearers can build an entire wardrobe of existing colors and styles that make eyeglasses one of the trendiest fashion accessories.
Whatever you choose, make sure you really like the look and fit of your prescription eyeglasses. Ask your optician or optical store in advance about their return, exchange or refund policies before you buy. - 26706
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