A New Season. A New Look. How to Find Your Next Favorite Frame Online.
A new season has a way of making us look at things differently — including the glasses we reach for every morning.
Maybe your current frames have been with you for years. Maybe your style has changed. Maybe you simply want another pair that feels a little more current, a little more interesting, or a little more you.
Shopping for eyeglass frames online gives you more choices than ever, but all those options can also make choosing the right pair feel overwhelming. What shape works with your face? How should eyeglass frames fit? Should you stay with something similar to what you already wear or try something completely different?
The good news is that finding your next favorite frame online doesn't have to be complicated. Start with three things: shape, fit and style.
Back to Work, Back to School, Back to Routine: Is It Time for New Frames?
There are certain times of year when we naturally reset our routines. Back-to-school season is one. Returning to a more regular work schedule after summer is another. The start of fall, a new year, a new job or even a change in your wardrobe can make you realize that the frames you've been wearing every day may not feel quite as fresh as they once did.
And because eyeglasses are something many of us wear from morning until night, changing your frames can make a surprisingly big difference. Think of glasses as part of your wardrobe rather than simply something you need to see.
You may want a polished frame for work, something more expressive for weekends, a lighter or brighter look for warmer months, or a richer color when fall arrives. Having more than one frame also gives you the freedom to change your look without changing everything else.
So, is it time for new frames?
If your current pair no longer feels comfortable, doesn't reflect your style, has seen better days or has simply become the pair you wear because it's there, it may be time to see what else is out there.
Start With the Eyeglass Frames You Already Love
Before searching hundreds of frames online, take a look at the pair you already own.
What do you like about them?
Consider the overall width, lens shape, bridge, frame thickness and where the glasses sit on your face. If your current frames fit well, they provide an excellent starting point for choosing your next pair.
Look inside the temple of your glasses. You'll often find a series of measurements that indicate the lens width, bridge width and temple length.
Those numbers can help you compare the size of your existing glasses with new eyeglass frames you're considering online.
You don't necessarily need to purchase the exact same measurements, but knowing what already fits gives you a useful reference point.
How Should Eyeglass Frames Fit?
A great-looking frame isn't really a great frame if you're constantly pushing it back up your nose.
When choosing eyeglass frames online, pay attention to proportion as well as measurements.
Ideally, your frames should feel balanced on your face. They shouldn't look dramatically wider or narrower than your face unless you're intentionally choosing an oversized or statement style. The bridge should sit comfortably, and the temples shouldn't appear to squeeze the sides of your head.
Also look at where your eyes sit within the lenses. A balanced frame generally keeps your eyes comfortably positioned within the lens area rather than pushed visually toward an extreme edge.
Remember that frame measurements are a guide, not a formula. Two frames with similar measurements can look and feel different because of their shape, material and construction.
How to Choose Glasses for Your Face Shape
You've probably seen rules about the "best glasses for your face shape."
They're useful — but they shouldn't become rules that keep you from wearing something you love.
Face shape can simply give you a starting point.
Round Faces
Angular, rectangular, square or slightly upswept frames can introduce contrast to softer facial curves. A frame with defined lines can create a more structured look.
Square Faces
Round, oval or softly curved frames can provide contrast to a stronger jawline and more angular facial features.
Oval Faces
Oval faces tend to work with a wide variety of eyeglass frame shapes. Rectangular, round, geometric, cat-eye and bolder statement frames can all be options depending on the look you want.
Heart-Shaped Faces
Frames that balance the forehead and lower portion of the face can work particularly well. Rounded, oval, softly upswept and some cat-eye shapes are worth exploring.
But don't eliminate a frame simply because someone says it isn't "right" for your face shape.
The best eyeglass frame is the one that fits properly, feels comfortable and makes you want to wear it.
Frame Shape Can Change More Than You Think
Even a subtle change in frame shape can create a noticeably different look.
A rectangular frame can feel streamlined and polished. A round frame may feel softer or more creative. A cat-eye can add lift and personality. A geometric frame introduces unexpected angles. A thicker frame creates more visual impact, while a thin or translucent frame can feel lighter.
If you've worn essentially the same shape for years, online frame shopping is an opportunity to explore. We’ve got a virtual try-on that you can use to try on any frame in our collection!
You don't have to reinvent yourself. Sometimes moving from a traditional rectangle to a slightly softened square — or from a neutral frame to a subtle color — is enough to make your look feel new.
Choose a Frame Color You'll Actually Wear
Black and tortoise remain popular for good reason: they're versatile.
But neutral doesn't have to mean predictable.
Gray, crystal, soft translucent tones and earthy colors can coordinate easily with an everyday wardrobe while offering something different from traditional black or brown.
And if you're ready for more color, eyeglasses are one of the easiest ways to introduce it.
Consider the colors you wear most frequently, your hair color and the jewelry or accessories you typically choose. Then decide whether you want your glasses to blend into your look or become part of the statement.
There isn't one universally "correct" eyeglass frame color. The better question is:
What do you want your glasses to say about your style?
Think About Where You'll Wear Your New Frames
Your lifestyle matters just as much as your face shape.
Are these going to be your everyday glasses? A second pair? Work frames? Weekend frames? Something you want specifically because it feels different?
If you spend most of your day in professional settings, you may want a frame that transitions easily from meetings to evenings out.
If you already own a classic everyday pair, your next frame might be an opportunity to choose something bolder.
If you're building an eyewear wardrobe, think about what is currently missing rather than buying another version of exactly what you already have.
One pair doesn't have to do everything.
Your Glasses Don't Have to Match Everything
One of the easiest traps when choosing eyeglass frames is trying to find a pair that goes with absolutely everything you own.
Your glasses are already part of your look.
Instead of asking whether a frame matches every outfit, consider whether it complements your overall personal style.
If your wardrobe is mostly neutral, an interesting frame can become your color.
If you wear prints and bold colors, a more understated frame can provide balance.
If your style changes depending on the day, having a few different frame options lets your eyewear change with it.
Don't Be Afraid to Try Something Different
Sometimes the frame you wouldn't normally pick is the one that surprises you.
Shopping online makes it easy to browse shapes, colors and materials outside your usual comfort zone. Use that freedom.
Compare a classic shape with something more contemporary. Look at a neutral color next to a bolder one. Try a thicker silhouette if you've always worn thin frames — or the reverse.
Your next favorite pair doesn't necessarily have to look like your last favorite pair.
Style Matters. Fit Matters More.
It's easy to fall in love with a frame because of its color or shape, but comfort matters when you're wearing glasses all day.
Before choosing, review the frame measurements and compare them with glasses you already own. Pay particular attention to overall proportions, bridge width and temple length.
And remember that once prescription lenses are involved, proper optical measurements and professional fitting can also be important. Your eye care professional can help make sure your completed eyewear is appropriate for your prescription and properly adjusted.
Fashion should help you narrow down what you love.
Fit helps make sure you'll actually love wearing it.
Build an Eyewear Wardrobe, Not Just Another Pair of Glasses
We don't expect one pair of shoes to work with everything we own. We don't wear the same jacket every day of the year.
Eyewear can work the same way.
A classic everyday frame. A more polished work look. A statement shape. A seasonal color. A frame that simply makes you feel different when you put it on.
Building an eyewear wardrobe gives you options — and makes glasses a much more interesting part of getting dressed.
A New Season. A New Frame. Maybe a New Favorite.
Choosing eyeglass frames online comes down to finding the intersection of three things:
The right shape. The right fit. Your style.
Use your current glasses as a starting point. Understand your frame measurements. Explore shapes that complement your features, but don't let face-shape "rules" make the decision for you. Think about your wardrobe, your routine and how you want your glasses to feel when you put them on.
Then have a little fun with it.
Because sometimes a new season doesn't require a whole new look.
It just takes the right frame.
