These days you can purchase just about everything online. The convenience of shopping from the comforts of home and the wide selection of things to choose from are two reasons online shopping has become a popular way to buy merchandise. The other reason why many people buy items online is because of the discounts online stores have when compared to brick and mortar stores. Many online stores can reduce the price of merchandise because they do not have the overhead expenses that traditional store have. One item that the price difference between online and brick and mortar stores is really shockingly different on are eyeglasses.
The savings that can be found online for eyeglass frames is substantial. The problem most people have with buying them online is that they can’t try them on first. Online eyeglass stores know this is an issue so many have virtual fitting rooms on their websites. You can upload a picture of yourself and “virtually” try on the different frames. This may not be the perfect solution for many people so another thing you can do is visit a store and try on the different frames. Once you find the perfect shape and size frame you can then order it online.
Have all the information about your eyewear handy when ordering prescription glasses online
When you buy a pair of prescription glasses online you have to send them your prescription info. You also need to give the online store some other info, to ensure your glasses will fit properly.
- If you already have a pair of glasses you should look in at the frame, around the temple area. There is a series of three numbers which are measurements in millimeters that will tell you the width of the lens, bridge size and the length of the temple. This will help direct you towards the frames online which will fit you.
- Get a measurement of your papillary distance (PD) Your eye doctor should have this measurement; it is the distance between your pupils. Having this measurement will help make sure your lenses are properly aligned with your eyes.
- Make sure to have your prescription handy. Your eye doctor can give you that information. In fact it is a violation of federal law for them to withhold that information from you. You should have had an eye exam in the last two years. It is important that you do not give the online store prescription information that is more than two years old, since our prescriptions can change over time.
Having all of this information will make it easy for you to save money by purchasing your glasses online.
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