Find Fashion And Function In Prescription Eyeglasses
December 14, 2009 by Adam Webster
Filed under Health Fitness
It’s not a stereotype – most older people really do need prescription eyeglasses. Our vision changes as we age, because the eye’s lens and its muscles used for focusing become less flexible. The condition is called presbyopia.
We’re tempted to think: Who’d want prescription eyeglasses when they could get contact lenses or vision correction surgery? The truth is, these innovations in eye care don’t work for everyone. And now that eyeglasses are as trendy as other fashions, there’s no need to fret about wearing them!
Those who wear prescription eyeglasses already know that designers such as Calvin Klein, Sean John, Adrienne Vittidini, Marc Jacobs, Anne Klein and many others also produce high-fashion eyeglass frames. These well-known brands are drawing both women and men to stylish frames for their prescription eyeglasses.
Aspheric lenses are used to fix minor vision distortions sometimes found in traditional lenses. This type of lens isn’t perfectly rounded on the surface, which helps correct distortions and makes the lens lighter and thinner.
Materials for eyeglass frames also sport innovations, such as the introduction of wood and bamboo. Because it’s an easily renewable resource, bamboo in particular is becoming a popular material for those concerned about the environmental impact of the manufacture of plastic or metal frames.
However, plastic and metal frames haven’t been dumped on the trash heap. New plastics and metals alike form the standard components of prescription eyeglasses. Hypoallergenic metals such as titanium and stainless steel are especially important for those who suffer from skin allergies to avoid a reaction known as contact dermatitis.
* Reading glasses. Essentially, reading glasses are single-vision magnifiers. Their lenses will enlarge type so that it can be seen without blurring. Reading glasses can be purchased in pharmacies or discount stores without a prescription, or an optician can prescribe reading glasses.
These trends in prescription eyeglasses are increasing for several reasons.
Originally developed for professional athletes, sport sunglasses and performance prescription eyeglasses can ensure good vision for any outdoor activity. There are even designs for diving masks, swim goggles, ski goggles and shooting glasses for hunters.
Second, eyeglass frames are built to last. Unless your prescription changes every year, it’s likely that an investment in several different pairs of prescription eyeglasses will last quite a while.
Third, prescription eyeglasses don’t have to be only a medical device anymore. While some women might like to wear their silver frames with everything, that’s not true, or even attractive, for everyone. No one wears the same outfit day after day, year in and year out, so why wear the same pair of eyeglasses?
With all these fun, fashionable, yet functional options available, it’s easy to see that prescription eyeglasses have been the trendiest fashion accessory!
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