Are reading glasses the perfect accessory for any occasion?
Our selection of stylish and effective reading glasses are the perfect accessory for any occasion. Our selection of stylish and effective reading glasses are the perfect accessory for any occasion. Black Friday Deal!
How do I choose the right frame for reading glasses?
Just like prescription glasses, reading glasses are available in a wide variety of frame styles and colors. Choosing the right frame is really a matter of personal preference, though it often helps to consider your face shape and width when picking out frames.
What are the best reading glasses for men?
Luxury reading glasses from a well-known brand with a range of lens coatings. This stylish, unisex frame from Foster Grant comes with several features for a reasonable price, including anti-reflective, scratch- and impact-resistant multi-strength polycarbonate lenses.
Can you buy reading glasses over the counter?
Some reading glasses come with a convenient carrying case so you don’t have to buy one separately. You may decide to purchase several pairs of reading glasses. That way, you can keep one at home, one at the office, and one in your car. Some over-the-counter reading glasses are sold in multipacks for this reason.
Let There Be Light
After struggling for a few more minutes, we cast pride aside and Kevin reached for his reading glasses while I whisked out my credit-card size magnifier that fits in my wallet. (Good God, do I really own a credit-card size magnifier?)
Challenged by a Micro-Font
The food was fabulous, and we enjoyed the rest of our dinner without a hitch.
Give your eyes the assistance they need
Elizabeth Yuko, PhD, is a bioethicist and journalist, as well as an adjunct professor of ethics at Dublin City University. She has written for publications including The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Atlantic, Rolling Stone, and more.
What to Look for in Reading Glasses
Pay attention to the lens material. Looking through plastic CR-39 versus polycarbonate versus injection molded lenses of different materials can differ, and you should try different kinds to see what you like.
Why Trust Verywell Health
As a seasoned health writer and editor, Elizabeth Yuko, PhD, is always on the lookout for new (and research-backed) products, techniques, and services that can help people cope with their health challenges and needs.
Reading Glasses
Our readers are equipped with high-quality magnifying lenses that make it easier to read or do anything that requires really good eyesight at close range. They’re available in various preset magnification strengths—from +0.25 up to +2.75—and come with all of our standard lens treatments like scratch-resistant and anti-reflective coatings.
Home Try–On
Pick five frames to test out for five days—and we’ll ship them to you for free!
For every pair purchased, a pair is distributed to someone in need
Alleviating the problem of impaired vision is at the heart of what we do, and with your help, our impact continues to expand. To this day, we’ve distributed over seven million pairs of glasses to people in need.
Our newest collections
Introducing Layered Crystal, a collection of limited-edition crystal frames—available in both eyeglasses and sunglasses—that feature a striking two-tone, layered construction.
