When it comes to eyewear, you should be looking for something that fits you. You spend time looking for sunglasses or eyeglasses that matches your face shape, hair cut and even the color of your skin. More people overlook the fact that their eyewear should also match their lifestyle.
Your eyewear should be more than just an accessory, but something that makes sense when it comes to your personality and lifestyle. Think of it as an extension of your clothes and shoes. Surely, you wear a type of clothing and shoes for work, and you wear something different for a day at the beach. So why should your eyewear be limited to just one pair?
Here are the things that you should consider when choosing the right glasses for your lifestyle:
1. Eyeglass frames.
There are different eyeglass frames for you to choose from. For example, if you need eyeglasses for business or work, a conservative frame would be best. For those who are more fashion forward, there are frames that incorporate a modern look and are generally thicker and wider. For the busybody, a stylish yet basic look might be a good bet. This ensures that you look fashionable even if you do not take time to upgrade your eyewear every so often.
For those who are on the go or are into sports, there are frames that are shock resistant, or there are also wrap-around frames available. Further, there are impact-resistant lenses that protect your eyes and your eyewear from breakage.
We are really lucky that we live in a time that we have a lot of eyewear frames to choose from. So no matter how you live your life, whether you are working or a student or going on a weekend getaway, you have a frame that will suit your personality and lifestyle.
2. Frame materials.
There are two main types of frame materials to choose from, plastic and metal.
Plastic frames are very lightweight and inexpensive. These are basically very durable and strong so if you are looking for a long lasting eyewear, go for plastic frames. A type of plastic frame is made out of blended nylon, which is a great material for sports eyewear. Blended nylon is resistant to extreme temperatures and more durable than ordinary plastic frames.
Metal frames, however, are what you should choose if you have a rough lifestyle. These are usually very strong and durable. Plus, if you are the type who is allergic, metal frames usually react well with your skin. If you have problems with metal frames corroding, you might want to look for titanium or beryllium frames that are highly resistant to corrosion.
Of course, if you want a unique look, there are always frames that are made out of other materials such as ivory, bone, silver, gold or wood. Further, you can embellish frames with semi-precious stones, gems, or feathers. You can even cover it in leather.
3. Lens coatings.
There are different kinds of coating available now. These are usually applied as an upgrade to your lenses.
Anti-reflective or anti-glare coating helps reduce glare and controls how light interacts with your eyewear. If you do a lot of driving, you might want to use anti-reflective coating to make it easier on your eyes because not only does it reduce the glare but it also gives you better vision. It also helps you be more comfortable even when you spend hours in front of the computer or when reading for a long time. If you are choosing a pair of eyeglasses for extended computer use, you might want to pick one with a bigger frame to make sure that you can see the monitor clearly.
Scratch-resistant coating, on the other hand, are perfect for those who wear glasses while engaging in contact sports or are very careless with their eyeglasses. This type of coating helps protect your lenses from scratches.
Anti-fog coating helps keep water and fog away from your eyewear. So if you live in places that have very cold weather, you might want to get anti-fog coating. If you happen to work in a very cold office, this will help you lessen the chances of having your eyewear fog up when you leave the office.
Anti-UV coating is actually a dye that blocks the sun's harmful ultraviolet rays from reaching your eyes. UV rays can cause retinal damage, cataracts and other eye problems. So if you are out in the sun for long periods of time, or if you play golf and other sports under the sun's punishing shine, get this coating for your eyewear.
4. Prescription eyewear.
If you need to have your vision corrected, always opt for prescription eyeglasses instead of ordinary eyeglasses. This will ensure that you can see clearly no matter what you are doing. It is also very convenient, seeing that you do not have to carry two or more pairs of glasses for reading, driving and for fashion. The good news is that there are also prescription sunglasses available, so you can use it under the intense heat of the sun and still see clearly.
Always remember that you should choose your eyewear depending on your own personal taste, personality and lifestyle. Why get a pair of eyeglasses that interferes with your work or life, or worse, when it gets damaged easily from doing the things you love?
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