Comments on: What’s My Eyeglass Frame Size?

By: Clif

Clif — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 16:52:03 +0000

Perhaps this page – in particular, the video featuring our CEO – will answer your question: http://www.framesdirect.com/include/information/frame_size_guide.aspx

By: Shelly

Shelly — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 22:18:45 +0000

The numbers on my right temple are 324 0W47
The numbers on my left temple are 0W47 135
I cannot see where these translate into eye, bridge and temple size
How would I order?

By: The Eyeglasses Guy

The Eyeglasses Guy — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 16:19:17 +0000

Stanley -

Go to our Men’s Prescription Eyeglasses page and narrow down the list of frames by choosing the eyesize and bridge size in the left side options. You’ll get a list of the men’s frames that we have that might be a fit for you.

By: stanley brooks

stanley brooks — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 13:51:32 +0000

I need a smaller eyesize such as as 47 and a wider bridge such as a 25. Where could I find that type of frame for all frames are too basic. I have a strong prescription and a wide PD

By: The Eyeglasses Guy

The Eyeglasses Guy — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 20:55:14 +0000

Hi Neil-

It sounds more like the eye size of your frame is too NARROW and not too large. Your temples should never bow out at an angle. This bowing out causes your frame temples to squeeze the sides of your head thus pushing your frames forward and out and down your nose. When you slip on your frames your frame temples should glide straight back easily. You should have a little space (usually a half to a fingers width of space) between your head and the frame temples. You can achieve this by either:

- Going with a larger eye(frame) size (width)
- Staying with the same frame size but selecting a frame where the end pieces extend out on each side by a few mms. This will create extra width but you will be able to keep your eye size smaller.
- Making sure your Optician fits and adjusts your frames properly for you.

Please let us know what size frame you currently have and we can advise you as to what size frame might work for you,

By: Neil Annett

Neil Annett — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 13:08:38 +0000

I seem to have a rather narrow head, because my spectacles don’t seem to grip very well and are always sliding down my nose. One pair drops off when I tip my head downwards! The frames seem to be the right size, but the temples on all the glasses I’ve tried open out fully at an angle, i.e. the opened distance between the part of the temple that fits behind the ear is quite a bit wider than the total width of the frames themselves. I was thinking of getting a pair of Shuron Ronsir Zyls, but I’m concerned that even if I order the right frame size (in terms of eye/bridge/temple measurements), they will still be too big for my head! What can I do about this?
Thanks,
Neil

By: The Eyeglasses Guy

The Eyeglasses Guy — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 22:01:47 +0000

I ran your question by our opticians. They suggested that you might want to look at XXL Eyeglasses and Fatheadz Eyeglasses for large frames. Other than some safety glasses and goggles, they don't know of any frames that are polycarbonate. You might want to consider give one of our opticians a call and see what else they can find for you ( 1-800-248-9427 ). We are working on improving the search functionality on the site every day and hope to have the ability to narrow searches down further in the not too distant future.

By: Ron R

Ron R — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 12:27:51 +0000

I’ve searched nearly 5000 frames on your website, and simply do not have the time to search any further. I am looking for frames that are rectangular, polycarbonate, in this range: 59/16/42b/145. Specifically, I am searching for a larger or oversize frames that are rectangular in style. I do not like the tiny narrow frames with a vertical size of 32b or less, far too small! Your website does unfortunately not have a filter for oversize glasses and I simply cannot search through the extensive catalog of frames you have on your otherwise well constructed website. Please advise. Ron

By: The Eyeglasses Guy

The Eyeglasses Guy — Thu, 19 May 2011 20:24:36 +0000

Size can matter in different cases. Ideally you want the pupil center of your eyes to line up with the geometric center of the lens in the frame. If you have a high RX and can go with the smaller of the two sizes it will reduce your lens thickness for you. You do not want the temple (ear pieces) to squeeze the sides of your head. If they do, that size is too small for you. So, yes it can matter what size you choose when selecting your eyeglass frames. There are all kinds of variables. It can definitely have an effect on the fit.

By: Patricia

Patricia — Thu, 19 May 2011 18:17:24 +0000

I am looking at a frame by Liz Claiborne. It comes in 45 and 47 size. I put on the 45 at a shop where I saw the frames first and they looked fine on me. I own glasses whose lenses are 47 mm. Do you think it matters which I get?

Patriica

By: Joyce

Joyce — Fri, 06 May 2011 17:55:28 +0000

My current frame is 53-15-135 but I found a really nice frame on Ebay that i like and it is 56-13-130. Would this change be a problem or could i possible wear the new frame without difficulty? Thanks!

By: Ray Howard

Ray Howard — Thu, 14 Apr 2011 05:24:41 +0000

Thanks, I was able to search out a small frame, Eliot by Calligraphy which has Unifit bridge. Hope I like it…

By: The Eyeglasses Guy

The Eyeglasses Guy — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 19:56:07 +0000

It is an unifit or some people call it a horseshoe bridge. These are becoming a rarity these days. A company by the name Universal Univis has/had several models that they carried. Unfortunately we no longer carry that brand.

By: Ray Howard

Ray Howard — Sat, 09 Apr 2011 00:45:33 +0000

Hello, can someone tell me what the frame style of SFX 2079 is called, with the solid nose bridge on metal frame? I’m looking for something like it, but with smaller lense size.

By: The Eyeglasses Guy

The Eyeglasses Guy — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 18:09:35 +0000

You can speak to one of our online opticians at 1-800-248-9427. Or you can go to the site at http://www.framesdirect.com/ and use the Live Chat feature if you prefer.

By: Ibrahim

Ibrahim — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 03:33:24 +0000

Hi
Can I have a contact number because I don’t know my eye size
Pharmacist-ksa@hotmail.com

By: The Eyeglasses Guy

The Eyeglasses Guy — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 21:06:02 +0000

Unfortunately, no. This was discontinued back in 2008. Your best bet is to take the lenses into a local shop and try them in the frames there. It’s difficult to find a frame that will fit these lenses since they are cut specifically for the DKNY 4503.

By: Burwell

Burwell — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 14:16:28 +0000

Hello, I have a pair of DKNY 4503 glasses. The frame is shot, but the lenses are in great shape. It seems this line of frames has been discontinued. Do you know of any place that has these frames still, or, do you know of a DK frame that these lenses will fit?

Thanks!

By: The Eyeglasses Guy

The Eyeglasses Guy — Thu, 24 Feb 2011 16:48:20 +0000

To get a good fit, you will need to be measured by a professional. You can get some general guidelines by watching the video at Understanding Frame Size.

Also take a look at the “Easy Frame Sizing Guide” tab on that page.

By: Allen

Allen — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 06:33:36 +0000

My glasses doesn’t have any numbers engraved is there a way I can measure the glasses myself?