Should I get rimless, semi-rimless, or regular eyeglasses?

Question

I am getting a new pair or pairs of eyeglasses. There are always specials for two pairs of glasses. I was looking for something stylish kind of lenses. What do you suggest? I was considering rimless as well. Anyone ever had an experience? Much thanks! :-)

Answer 1

Depends on your face shape...

I have rimless, and I like them.  But like I said, it depends.  

Can you post a pic of yourself?

Answer 2

rimless or semirimless I think that the semirimless would be stronger and last longer mine have lasted for 3-4 years and i really like them

Answer 3

It depends on how they look on you. The completely rimless are  nice though. They kinda look like you don't have glasses on.

Answer 4

If your prescription is high, you may not like the finished product if you choose a rimless or semi-rimless frame. There is no frame to conceal the thickness of the lens.

If you are rough on glasses you should also stick to a full frame. Full frames tend to stand up to more abuse than rimless or semi-rimless frames.

Totally rimless frames also require a little more maintenance than semi or full rimmed frames. Usually drill mounted frames come out of adjustment more frequently, and if they have nuts and bolts, as opposed to plastic clips, holding the lenses to the frame, the screws come loose and need to be tightened more frequently.

If you want a fashion forward look, plastic frames with bold colors are "in" and fully rimless frames are "out." Do some shopping around and look at what the designer brands are making. The big name designers change their styles frequently and are always an indication of what's hot on the fashion front.

The rules about face shape and lens shape are a good guide to direct you, but if you try a frame on and it looks good and you feel good wearing it, it doesn't matter what shape it is or if it fits the rules.