Adjusting Glasses Articles

How Should Glasses Fit: Tips for Measuring and Sizing

Written By Rachel Shapiro

Glasses that don’t fit right can be a nuisance. They might dig into your temples, slide down your nose, or simply look off on your face.

It can also be harder to see with ill-fitting glasses; they could limit your peripheral vision and ability to see clearly.

But how do you find glasses that fit right? That’s what we’re here to discuss.

I’ll run through what you should look for in eyewear, the measurements to have with you, and what you need to ask your optometrist so you can buy your glasses confidently.

How to Tighten Glasses & Adjust Them: DIY Tips

Written By Roda Novenario

Do your eyeglasses feel or look off? Don’t panic; they might just need some adjustments!

Sometimes, you just need to do a few simple fixes to make your glasses fit better. Here are a few DIY tips on how to tighten eyeglasses to get the perfect fit.

Slipping and Sliding? How to Adjust Your Glasses at Home

Written By Barry Silver

You bought your glasses online, but they don’t fit your face the way you’d like. There’s probably no need to return them or run out to an optometrist shop.

It’s easy to make small adjustments to your eyeglasses at home and achieve a more comfortable fit. In this article, we’ll show and tell you how to make these adjustments quickly and safely.

Fitting Eyeglasses: A Guide to the Numbers on Your Frames

Written By Barry Silver

In an optometry shop, you’re bound to get advice from an optician regarding the fit of your eyeglasses. When you shop online to enjoy a larger selection and lower prices, it’s helpful to understand the nuances of fitting eyeglasses.

What Are Asian Fit Glasses and How to Pick the Perfect Pair

Written By Barry Silver

You find yourself pushing your glasses back up your nose. It seems they slip down your face and rest on your cheeks. That’s not ideal. This is where Asian fit glasses come in.

One size does not fit all when it comes to glasses.

Perhaps you’re of Asian descent, as is the majority of the world’s population. If not, you could simply have facial features like Asian people often do.

“Asian individuals tend to have more of a flatter face with the cheek bones very projected compared to the typical European.”
Mark Hubbe, assistant professor of anthropology at Ohio State University

Eyewear manufacturers have responded with a solution, which they most often call “Asian fit glasses.” Other names have also surfaced to describe the solution:

Alternative fit
Low bridge fit
Omni fit