Buying Glasses Online

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Illustration: Blake Lanser/Iowa State Daily

Face shape can have an effect on which glasses frames look good and which are less than flattering. Glasses are a part of a person’s identity. Use the illustration above to determine which frame shape fits your face.

Camila Cervantes

Many of us who wear prescription glasses have either broken or lost them and if not then that is good luck. To get new glasses can be extremely expensive depending where they are bought.

Prices can go from $100 the cheapest to more than $600 and as college students this is a big expense. That’s why there are online retailers who offer glasses for a low price. 

 Warby Parker: There are many people who love this store. They offer the option of selecting five frames to try on at home with no charge. Once they selected the one they like the person has to send them back and get their glasses ordered. Isn’t that great? No risks of getting a bad frame!

 Eye Buy Direct: this retailer offers a great variety of glasses and they are super modern. Prices range from $6 to $70, which is very inexpensive for glasses, the low price might seam that they will be very bad but their reviews are awesome. They also have constant sales so be alert.

 Glasses USA: celebrities like Hilary Duff are promoting this brand on social media because it is very good. Their wide selection of glasses and prices is impressive although their reviews are not as good as Warby Parker or Eye Buy Direct. The fun part about this online store is that they have virtual try on, which is very cool.

 Coastal: for a big selection of glasses this is the best retailer. They offer frames from every face shape in various colors. One thing that attracts their customers is that for every purchase that is made they provide access to tailored eye health solutions on a global scale.

 Zenni Optical: as their selection of merchandise is smaller they are very modern. Lenses are at no cost and they classify their frames by style so it is easier to shop. A plus for this store is that it not only for men and women but for kids too.

Remember that if anything bad happens to your glasses and your budget is low then these options can be a lifesaver.