If the frame choice has a lot to do with stylish preferences,
lenses are the more functional aspect of your new glasses. In short, what do you need them for?
- Prescription or Non-Prescription:
The choice here is pretty simple, whether you’re shopping
for eyeglasses or sunglasses you have to choose: buying prescription glasses online or getting
non-prescription (also called plano).
- Prescription type:
What do you need your glasses for? Reading (Near-Vision
lenses), driving (Single-Vision lenses) or both (Progressives or Bifocals). Before moving on, you’ll provide
your prescription, either by filling it out online, uploading it or sending it later via
email.
- Coating & Customization:
Here functionality and purpose come into play. For
eyeglasses, you can add protective coatings like anti-scratch, UV protection or Digital Block for
long hours in front of digital devices. Digital Block glasses, for example, are also recommended for
use 1.5 hours before going to sleep to help your eyes relax before night-time. Sunglasses have
additional options such as mirrored and polarized lenses for enhanced vision and an extra layer of
cool