Size Guide for Glasses: How I Simplified My Shopping

Using a size guide for glasses seemed unnecessary until I kept buying frames that didn't fit. Now I never shop without consulting one.

What a Size Guide Tells You

A good size guide explains:

How to measure your face

What the three numbers mean

Which size category you fall into

How to check if glasses fit properly

My Step-by-Step Process

Step 1: Measure My Face

I measure from cheekbone to cheekbone: 142mm

Step 2: Find My Size Category

142mm face width = Medium sizing (130-140mm frames)

Step 3: Determine Specific Measurements

Lens width: 52-54mm

Bridge: 18mm

Temples: 140mm

Step 4: Shop Within My Range

I only consider frames that match these measurements.

Why This Works

Following a size guide eliminated:

Guesswork

Returns

Ill-fitting glasses

Wasted time and money

My Advice

Take five minutes to use a size guide properly. It's the difference between glasses that fit perfectly and glasses that constantly frustrate you.