How to choose sunglasses - with examples • DRESS Magazine

Sunglasses are both a beautiful accessory and a means of protection against ultraviolet rays. The wrong model can harm the eyes and spoil the image, so it is important to carefully consider the choice.

What are the types and forms

Aviators or "droplets"

Initially, they were created for pilots and sailors, but now their shape has changed a little.

Aviator glasses - called so because of the teardrop lenses. They have a metal frame, and the temples are made of thin wire.

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Broughliners or clubmasters

They appeared in the 50s and repeatedly went out of fashion, but today they can again be found in various brands.

Browliners are glasses with "eyebrows". Their frame is thickened at the top, and narrows to the bottom, the jumper between the lenses is usually thin. The shape is trapezoidal or rounded.

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Waifarers

The Waifarers were invented by Ray Ban shareholder Raymond Stegman. The idea was to create a model that anyone could afford.

Vaifarers are glasses with a frame of plastic, in the shape of a trapezoid with an extension upwards.

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Cat's Eye

Cat's eyeglasses are a female model with a thick frame that is pointed at the top. The shape can be wide or narrow.

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Tischeids or Lennons

Teashades or lennons are glasses with round lenses in a thin frame. They are named after rock musician John Lennon.

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Panto

Panto - glasses with rounded at the bottom and straight on top lenses. There are corners on the rim at the top.

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Oversize

Oversize is the name of all large glasses with large lenses. Models can be both with a frame and without it. The shape can also be different.

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Sports

Sports glasses fit snugly against the face. They are made of high-strength plastic, the lens is solid and curved, and the frame is thin. This model is suitable for sports, fishing or hunting.

Now there are many options that are similar to sports. They are suitable for everyday wear.

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How to choose: by face shape, color, frame, lenses

Face shape

When choosing, pay attention not only to the degree of protection and coverage, but also to how the accessory looks on the face. There are five types of face: round, square, triangular, oval, elongated.

The round face has equal proportions, and the cheeks are convex. Glasses will do, which will visually lengthen the contour of the face and sharpen it. The optimal shapes are rectangle and square, from the models look at the "cat's eye", sports options, vifarers. Frame with a narrow jumper and thin arches. But round and oval models are best avoided.

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The square has a pronounced forehead and an angular jaw. For this type, choose large rounded models with a low jumper. The frame can be massive, but do not overdo it, otherwise it will further emphasize the massiveness of the face. Your forms are teashades, aviators, pantos, broodliners.

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The triangular face is a narrow bottom and a wide top. To correct the imbalance will help round and oval frames. Of the forms, aviators, panto, brouliners, "cat's eye" are suitable. It is not recommended to wear rectangular and square shapes, as well as bulky models of the oversize type.

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Almost all models fit the oval. But make sure that the frame coincides with the widest part of the face. Especially good will look aviators, "cat's eye", oversize, vifarers, sports.

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The elongated face does not have pronounced cheekbones and cheeks. Therefore, large models of round or oval shape are suitable. Successful forms - aviators, panto, broodliners. Bypass the glasses with a thin frame or without it and narrow sports and "chanterelles".

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Lenses

Lenses are usually made of glass or plastic. Each of these materials has its pros and cons.

The main advantages of glass lenses are that they do not transmit ultraviolet rays and are resistant to temperature changes. But fragility is one of the drawbacks. Such glasses are not suitable for people who lead an active lifestyle. Glass lenses can fall, break, or injure the face. Now on the market there are many models made of tempered glass, it is more durable.

Plastic is safer than glass. It is lightweight, protects from sunlight, does not injure the face, will not break if it falls. This is a soft material that adapts to any shape, so most models have plastic lenses.

But there is a drawback: the plastic quickly grouts and scratches.

Setting

The shape of the frame can be:

rim - around the glass;
semi-rimmed - attached to the lenses on top;
rimless - the lenses are attached to the arches.

Make a frame of plastic or metal. But sometimes you can find natural materials - horn, rubber, turtle shell.

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Plastic is used most often. This is a lightweight material that does not crack and absorbs paint well. Glasses made of plastic can be of any color.

Metal is more durable. Metal frames are thin and elegant. It's a classic that's suitable for any age.

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Lens color

The color of the lenses affects the distortion of the natural color and eye protection. The classic and the option is black. It has good color reproduction, it does not distort the shades, but only slightly mutes them.

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Green, gray and brown lenses do not distort the color, and you can wear them in any weather. Ophthalmologists claim that green glass soothes the eyes.

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Orange, on the contrary, distorts colors and increases contrast. These glasses are suitable for cloudy days and for driving.

Red, pink and purple lenses faintly reflect the sun's rays. They are recommended to be worn on cloudy days or used for work at the computer.

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Blue and blue lenses let in ultraviolet light and distort colors. You should not wear them on sunny days - they irritate the retina of the eye.

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Gradient lenses have a dark top and a light bottom. They can be worn in any weather: they protect well from the sun. Suitable for drivers, because they do not distort the colors and give a good overview.

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Photochromic lenses or chameleons change color from light gray to black. These are universal glasses that will suit almost any conditions.

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Markings on glasses

Marking helps to choose the right model. On the inside of the arch you can find special designations:

The combination "CE" is on almost all points. This mark indicates that the product was made according to European quality standards.
The inscription "Made in" indicates the country where the glasses were made.
Brand and model name. For example, Chanel, Versace. On some models, abbreviations are used: Ray Ban - RB.
Serial number. 4-5 digits with a hyphen.

These inscriptions are used by expensive brands. If you buy glasses, for example, in optics, these designations may not be. On the earlets there is other information about the model - color, width, distance, length of the earpiece. For example, 55 is the width, 18 is the distance between the lenses, 140 is the length of the ears.

Marking of glasses

Sometimes there may be a letter in the marking. It denotes color. The exception is the letter P, which indicates that the model has a polarizing filter. The name of the filter can be written in full - Polarized.

On some models you can find the dimming category:

Cat. 1 - slight darkening, the lenses are light: pink, yellow or blue. Usually such glasses are suitable for cloudy weather;
Cat. 2 — darkened lenses;
Cat. 3 — high dimming. Can be used for beach holidays;
Cat. 4 — maximum dimming. Suitable for skiing, and it is not recommended to use them in everyday life.

Some manufacturers may add information on glasses about what maximum length of ultraviolet wavelengths is filtered out by the lens. For example, UV400 - does not transmit 100% of UV rays, UV380 - protection is weaker.

How to choose glasses: tips from ophthalmologists

Pay attention to the quality of the lens. Usually, glasses have an insert or certificate in which the letters "B" or "G" are written - the color - and the number from 0 to 100 - the percentage of light transmission. The smaller the figure, the better the protection against UV radiation:

80-100% - suitable on cloudy days;
43–80% for days with variable cloudiness;
18-43% - for sunny days in the city;
8-18% - for sunny days at sea or in the mountains;
3-8% - also suitable for sunny days at sea or in the mountains.

It is better to choose large glasses so that they protect the skin of the eyelids from ultraviolet radiation as much as possible.

Bright lenses - red, orange, yellow - wearing cloudy weather and not in the hot season. They do not protect the eyes from the sun.

Choose different models for different purposes and activities - for sports, for recreation or for the image. For example, motorists should choose models with a thin frame or without it. They will not narrow the field of view.

When skiing, "Polaroids" are suitable. They remove reflected light and do not glare. "Chameleons" are appropriate both for the room and for the street. They are especially good for people who have vision problems. But in them, for example, you can not get behind the wheel.

Cheap sunglasses do not have UV filters, so they do not protect against ultraviolet rays, and the pupil does not narrow. The eyes in such products will suffer greatly.

5 Brands You Can Buy Sunglasses From

Polaroid

Polaroid produces budget models of sunglasses of good quality and at a low price. A distinctive property of the accessory is a polarizing coating that protects the eyes from ultraviolet radiation. Lenses are made using special technologies, thanks to which they do not scratch. There are many shapes and models in the lineup, but basically all classic. The cost is from 1 500 to 7 000 rubles.

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Red Glasses

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Calvin Klein

Calvin Klein offers women's and men's eyewear. Models are classic, without decorations and unnecessary design. Frames and temples are of different colors and different materials. Like Polaroid, Calvin Klein lenses have scratch protection. The cost is from 5 000 to 25 000 rubles.

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Spectacles

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Eyelets of unusual shape

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Tommy Hilfiger

Laconic glasses from Tommy Hilfiger will fit any image. The manufacturer offers different frames and color of lenses for any occasions. A distinctive feature of accessories is lightness, so you will not feel them on your face when wearing them. The cost is from 8 000 to 15 000 rubles.

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Ray Ban

At Ray Ban , you'll find models with polarizing lenses that block glare and prevent ultraviolet rays from passing through. The manufacturer has a large assortment: many different frames and lenses. There is a separate category of glasses with a mirror effect. The cost is from 3 000 to 40 000 rubles.