Most important is that you like how you look in the frames. Try on everything and see what works on your face. What’s cool on a person with a wide face is going to look cartoonish on a narrow face. Opticians usually are very good at this so ask for help!
Salt is one of the few optical companies not owned by LVMH or other corporate behemoth. They’re expensive, though, and you’ll find similar Warby Parkers for a quarter the price or less. They’ll be heavier and not as well made, but money is money.
See if there’sa store around you that sells vintage eyeglass frames. Much cooler than anything new and not expensive at the store near me at least (frames under $200).
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Don’t spend money on frames with a designer’s name on them unless that’s important to you and you can afford it.
I’ve had good experiences with Warby Parker both in-store and online.
NY Times recommended EyeBuyDirect.
But any local store should have opticians who will show you around and suggest frames to fit your face. They’re very good at it!
Mar 3, 2025
I hate wearing glasses. I got these for a steal and I love the ornate detailing on them. my prescription is so bad that last time I got my eyes checked the glasses saleslady basically laughed at me when I said I wanted wire frame because the lenses have to be so thick that they need a thicker frame to house them. So these are still delicate and lightweight metal on the sides, with nice MATTE plastic.
I would completely recommend buying designer and looking for a good deal especially if you’re only planning on having one pair; I think they just look more refined and unique. I got these from GlassesUSA on clearance for $65 USD but I don’t know what the equivalent site would be for the UK.
Consider looking for vintage frames maybe too and taking them in to get lenses made for them?
Mar 4, 2025
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they make intelligent frames that would look good on almost anyone i think. i think looking at vintage pictures/frames on ebay gives a good sense of glasses that are timeless, rather than fitting into the kinda fast fashion of eyewear that has emerged — nothing wrong with it at all, but some frames are more timeless than others
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