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Discussions About Being Bald => General Discussion => Topic started by: Cris on April 03, 2012, 03:44:24 AM
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I always thought that a pair of eye glasses, with circular shape, would combine great with my bald head.
Something like this (it's not me ^-^)
http://www.qaiser.net/88/resource/old/bald1.jpg
What do you guys think?
I find it very elegant, in a way.
Very "moody".
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interesting.
I'll soon buy a pair of sunglasses
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If you want some 'attitude' glasses, but don't need a prescription for vision correction, see www.zennioptical.com. You can order optical quality glasses or sunglasses at a very reasonable price.
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thanks, Mrzed, I can't wait to see your face without beard ;)
(Fantastic dome, anyway)
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thanks, Mrzed, I can't wait to see your face without beard ;)
(Fantastic dome, anyway)
The only way you are going to see my face without a beard is if I have surgery and they have to shave it off, or if it fall out naturally. I seriously doubt that I would voluntarily shave my beard. It's just part of me. I think that sly heads and beards were meant for each other.
By the way, fresh razor blades this morning. Wow! is the head smooth! Love it.
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Mr Zed
You are quite right: beards / goatees are perfect companions for the sky look. Now, I did think about goatee myself, too.
Glasses can be a good addition. Though, I have little choice. Can't even see myself properly in the mirror without my specs. Which is why I sometimes miss bits when face shaving !!
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Sure, why not? 8)
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I have a really hard time finding frames I like because the ones that are currently in style are all rectangular and they just don't look right on me. I got new frames a couple of weeks ago and could only find one pair in the entire store that I liked. I hope the fashion swings back toward oval and circular frames by the time I need to get new ones again.
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Yeah know what you mean Chris , i know of a guy looks really good who is sly with glasses
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Yeah Paul , sunlasses and a grey hoodie is cool
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Thank you zed for the link my optician reccommended glass sunglasses as my vision is not good in bright sunlight driving .
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I have a really hard time finding frames I like because the ones that are currently in style are all rectangular and they just don't look right on me. I got new frames a couple of weeks ago and could only find one pair in the entire store that I liked. I hope the fashion swings back toward oval and circular frames by the time I need to get new ones again.
Try one of the online eyeglasses places. They have more choices than the local eye-doctor or Walmart.
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I have to wear glasses - hate the thought of laser surgery to 'cure' my eyesight problems - and like the bald head, full beard combination. The glasses provide a good line where to make the transition from blad to beard.
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I have a really hard time finding frames I like because the ones that are currently in style are all rectangular and they just don't look right on me. I got new frames a couple of weeks ago and could only find one pair in the entire store that I liked. I hope the fashion swings back toward oval and circular frames by the time I need to get new ones again.
Try one of the online eyeglasses places. They have more choices than the local eye-doctor or Walmart.
The problem with that is you can't try them on and see how they look and feel before buying them. Or have someone adjust them for you.
I didn't know Walmart sold eyeglasses, but i suppose I shouldn't be surprised since they sell pretty much everything else.
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this is the guy, from the canadian series "Nikita".
http://www.cynbythesea.com/pictures/matthew/Mattf1.jpg
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I try to avoid appearing in public with my glasses:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FApr42012.jpg&hash=f18b9bac0f8db17312580c076ac1d57c445e5b16)
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The problem with that is you can't try them on and see how they look and feel before buying them. Or have someone adjust them for you.
I didn't know Walmart sold eyeglasses, but i suppose I shouldn't be surprised since they sell pretty much everything else.
Actually, at www.zennioptical.com you can upload your face photo (front view without glasses), they let you identify your eyes, and your PD, and then the scale an image of the glasses to fit the photo Pretty slick.
You can give it a try with some of their stock photos, or upload your own. what will they think of next.
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I would not go anywhere without my glasses. Every thing, close and far is blurry.
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I try to avoid appearing in public with my glasses:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FApr42012.jpg&hash=f18b9bac0f8db17312580c076ac1d57c445e5b16)
I do not understand why, man.
You look great, really amazing.
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RazorX. You look very professorial with glasses.
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I try to avoid appearing in public with my glasses:
I do not understand why, man.
You look great, really amazing.
I'm not really sure why. I suppose it's a case of too much Clark Kent and not enough Superman. :D
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There is some glasseswhich do look good sly some do not , quite like the idea of gold rimmed ones , but yet to find ones which really suit me
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Late to the party. But I understand Razor's frustrations.
Rectangular frame don't suit me either, and when I got my most recent frames
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the optician referred to them as "retro" frames.
On the other hand, you're a really good-looking guy Razor, and the glasses don't detract from that one bit.
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And, like mrzed, I'm completely useless without my glasses so I'm wearing them every waking minute.
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Hey Razor, I reckon you could pull of some thicker frames no problem! I look way nerdier in thin frames. But in saying that, I like your frames, classy look.
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Hey Razor, I reckon you could pull of some thicker frames no problem! I look way nerdier in thin frames. But in saying that, I like your frames, classy look.
I guess I am too fussy about frames but I really have a hard time finding ones that I like. Glasses are not cheap and there's nothing worse than buying a new pair and then discovering afterwards that you don't really like them after all. I did end up returning another pair a couple of months ago; they were returnable within the first 90 days and I took them back on Day 89, but that was mostly because they were uncomfortable and not because of the way they looked.
I started wearing glasses when I was four years old. Thick frames were the only option in those days, considering that the lenses were still made of heavy glass and thinner frames weren't sturdy enough to stand up to handling by a young child. To this day I have an aversion to those kinds of frames. Some people look good in them but I don't like them for myself.
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The main issue for me, vis a vis glasses, is that frame glasses as compared with contacts--they're just too inconvenient--they get in the way. I have got my "glasses" and I use them to read after removing my contacts in the evening. On extremely rare instances I'll wear the glasses rather than put in the contacts, but I see better, I'm more comfortable, and I have less hassles with contacts.
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The main issue for me, vis a vis glasses, is that frame glasses as compared with contacts--they're just too inconvenient--they get in the way. I have got my "glasses" and I use them to read after removing my contacts in the evening. On extremely rare instances I'll wear the glasses rather than put in the contacts, but I see better, I'm more comfortable, and I have less hassles with contacts.
I agree. Contacts allow a wider range of vision and I wear them whenever possible. But I do go through periods when my eyes get too fatigued or irritated and I just can't handle them.
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I can totally understand not wanting thick frames for that reason. I only started wearing glasses a few months ago (I can't believe how long I went being blind) but I didn't even consider contacts because of the fact that glasses added to my facial contrast, and made me look a little more professional. I think both of you suit being free of glasses, but then it's nice to have the option I guess.
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I like the rimless frames or 1/2 rims as they block less vision. The rimless are also very light and comfortable.
Online glasses are much less expensive. I've had good success with them. www.zennioptical.com. When they are about 1/4 the price you pay at the eye doctor's place, the eye doctors price is just not competitive. I'm OK with "buy local" but only to a point. When there is a 4x markup to buy local. That's too much.
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I agree. Contacts allow a wider range of vision and I wear them whenever possible.
I started wearing glasses 4 years ago. Typical middle age stuff. Adjusting to a reduced range of vision was the tricky part, and why I occasionally consider contact lenses.
Now Razor X, have you considered thick black plastic frames ? Seem to think they go well with the a bald head. They might do with you.
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Now Razor X, have you considered thick black plastic frames ? Seem to think they go well with the a bald head. They might do with you.
No, I always thought they might be too overwhelming. Plus they would bring back some unpleasant childhood memories. It isn't easy being the only kid in class with glasses.
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Now Razor X, have you considered thick black plastic frames ? Seem to think they go well with the a bald head. They might do with you.
No, I always thought they might be too overwhelming. Plus they would bring back some unpleasant childhood memories. It isn't easy being the only kid in class with glasses.
Could be worse....you could be the only bald kid in class because your dad shaved your head as punishment...happened to a classmate of mine in sixth grade....on the day we took yearbook pictures!
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Now Razor X, have you considered thick black plastic frames ? Seem to think they go well with the a bald head. They might do with you.
No, I always thought they might be too overwhelming. Plus they would bring back some unpleasant childhood memories. It isn't easy being the only kid in class with glasses.
Could be worse....you could be the only bald kid in class because your dad shaved your head as punishment...happened to a classmate of mine in sixth grade....on the day we took yearbook pictures!
Sounds like his dad needed to brush up on the parenting skills. That's a lousy thing to do a kid. Bald with glasses I can deal with now, but at age 12 it would have been a huge source of humiliation.
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RazorX,
I like the look of your eye glasses. I wear thin framed glasses myself. I like them because they are light weight. I tried contacts awhile back but they did not work out too well because of my astigmatism.
You look great with and without glasses.
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mrzed,
I really like the look of your glasses. They are classy.
I also like your beard. Wish I could grow one that looks that good.
O0 O0 O0
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No, I always thought they might be too overwhelming.
That's the main reason why I like those thick frames.
Oh, we've all got different tastes. Expect for when it comes to hair cuts.
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Now Razor X, have you considered thick black plastic frames ? Seem to think they go well with the a bald head. They might do with you.
No, I always thought they might be too overwhelming. Plus they would bring back some unpleasant childhood memories. It isn't easy being the only kid in class with glasses.
Could be worse....you could be the only bald kid in class because your dad shaved your head as punishment...happened to a classmate of mine in sixth grade....on the day we took yearbook pictures!
Sounds like his dad needed to brush up on the parenting skills. That's a lousy thing to do a kid. Bald with glasses I can deal with now, but at age 12 it would have been a huge source of humiliation.
I do agree that no 12 year old should have to go through that against his will....However, he was the class bully and one day the principal reported this to the parents so I guess it may have been karma, but still wrong....I guess daddy wanted to teach him a lesson, though there were better alternatives. FWIW, he was a good sport about it but he got teased, and after his hair grew back, he changed...BTW, I ran into this guy in February, and we had a good laugh (We're both sly now, BTW) Thinking back, I was experimenting with dad's clippers in 8th grade and was forced to shave it all off because I made a mistake. I was grounded for two weeks, I think I would have rathered the belt whipping myself
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thanks, Mrzed, I can't wait to see your face without beard ;)
(Fantastic dome, anyway)
The only way you are going to see my face without a beard is if I have surgery and they have to shave it off, or if it fall out naturally. I seriously doubt that I would voluntarily shave my beard. It's just part of me.
I totally agree. I shaved my beard into a van dyke a few months ago, and although I enjoyed it, went back to being bearded. Curiously, I have no problem passing a razor to my head, but I have a problem passing a razor to my face.
Onto the topic, I'm a combination glasses/contact lens wearer. Oddly, I found myself gravitating toward contact lens more with the bald/beard look. I don't know why, but I feel awkward with the glasses on then. During the van dyke period mentioned earlier, I wore my glasses more often. I have a pair of these:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.opticsfast.com%2Feyeglasses%2Fyves-saint-laurent-eyeglasses%2Fyves-saint-laurent-2047-t30-1.jpg&hash=89d1a9f6a5064d7012c45dcaac9c74592753fae0)
I may post a picture of myself with them on. Come to think of it, I had a difficult time transitioning from my old glasses to these when I bought them in 2008.
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Last week, had my eye test. Finally caved in and opted for varifocals: for distance and reading in one frame. Bit apprehensive - never worn varifocals.
Chosen ray-ban black frames - like to think they suit my bald and beard face.
Will collect new glasses around Sat 2 March. So I'll update my profile pic.
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You can't go wrong with Ray-Ban.
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You can't go wrong with Ray-Ban.
That was my thinking, Tom.
They weren't cheap. But I'll be wearing most of the time and I paid a bit extra for those transitional lenses which go dark in daylight. Got them on my current pair - a feature which I rather like.
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I have the transitional lenses which go from clear to dark grey in the sun. They work well, but there are two drawbacks: 1) they don't darken in a car - car windshields block the UV rays needed to cause the darkening, and 2) cold weather slows the process. The latter is noticeable when you come inside after being out in the cold for a while. The lenses stay dark for a longer period than you would expect. Other than that, I like them.
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they don't darken in a car - car windshields block the UV rays needed to cause the darkening,
Funny you should say that - I know somebody else who says exactly the same thing, as you ! Don't drive myself, so don't notice that drawback.
Agree with you - they take ages to go back to normal when coming indoors. Still, other than that, I do like transition lenses.
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Chosen ray-ban black frames - like to think they suit my bald and beard face.
Agreed! I'm a huge fan of my Ray-Ban Clubmasters (seen in my profile picture). I chose them specifically when I was thinking about going with the shaved head. I like these particular frames because they're very much of a 40s-50s-60s style that is really coming back right now (in large part due to Mad Men fame).
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Agreed! I'm a huge fan of my Ray-Ban Clubmasters (seen in my profile picture). I chose them specifically when I was thinking about going with the shaved head. I like these particular frames because they're very much of a 40s-50s-60s style that is really coming back right now (in large part due to Mad Men fame).
Snap ! I have chosen a very similar pair of Ray Bans. I liked their retro look.
They should be ready for collection during the next week.
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they don't darken in a car - car windshields block the UV rays needed to cause the darkening,
Funny you should say that - I know somebody else who says exactly the same thing, as you ! Don't drive myself, so don't notice that drawback.
Agree with you - they take ages to go back to normal when coming indoors. Still, other than that, I do like transition lenses.
It's a big drawback for me partly because my daily commute has me driving into the sun at various times of the year either going to or coming from work (sometimes both ways!) I had to get a pair of prescription sunglasses anyway.
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It's a big drawback for me partly because my daily commute has me driving into the sun at various times of the year either going to or coming from work (sometimes both ways!) I had to get a pair of prescription sunglasses anyway.
I tried them years ago but they were next to useless in the car. I looked into it again not too long ago thinking that they might have resolved that problem but apparently not.
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Prescription sunglasses are the way to go for driving or similar outside/inside activity. I had a pair of prescription Ray Bans that I got at a Lenscrafters store. Loved 'em. However, they got bent up and I tried to get another pair, but the stores stopped carrying that model. Pity.
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I have an old car with no UV film in the windscreen and my transitions darken up pretty well, and I've found that if they get really dark outside, then you get in the car, there's enough to keep them dark. But I've also heard from new car drivers that the superior UV protection in their windscreens affects the transition.
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I use a pair of lightweight prescription glasses on Nike frames for reading (got them on right now), sometimes I wear them to work or when I'm out and about as they balance out my look somewhat... more professional or more geeky depending on what I'm wearing. Never looked into getting contacts because I'm unbelievably squeamish about getting stuff in my eyes, plus glasses are lower maintenance all round.
Funny though, now you reminded me how my dad - who's been wearing transition lenses as far back as I can remember - started complaining about them "no longer working properly" just after buying a new car a few years ago ;D
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I use a pair of lightweight prescription glasses on Nike frames for reading (got them on right now), sometimes I wear them to work or when I'm out and about as they balance out my look somewhat... more professional or more geeky depending on what I'm wearing. Never looked into getting contacts because I'm unbelievably squeamish about getting stuff in my eyes, plus glasses are lower maintenance all round.
Funny though, now you reminded me how my dad - who's been wearing transition lenses as far back as I can remember - started complaining about them "no longer working properly" just after buying a new car a few years ago ;D
Lol, indeed . This happens to all of us as we mature get the wisdom and go blind ! I wear contacts for the most part and carry my readers along. When out in the sun wear my Ray Ban's which are valued at $160.00 over amazon , I paid $27.55 with tax at a Wear it Again Sam, store. Also have a pair of Rx glasses with photo gray ! Keep my head shinny and with sunscreen , and look good.
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OK, so I'm wearing the new glasses....
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Very distinguished looking!
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OK, so I'm wearing the new glasses....
They look good. O0
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Thanks guys. Wanted dark frames to compliment the beard.
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Those are some killer new frames, Mr. Jules! I'll certainly look into Ray-Bans if/when my prescription changes and I need some new frames.
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Great new glasses! You look suave.
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The colour in your beard is so nice!
Glasses suit it too!
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The colour in your beard is so nice!
Glasses suit it too!
Thanks Lynchy. Like the transition effect of the lenses when in daylight. And to think that I'd never grown any facial hair before joining SBG. So another thanks to the forum. :)
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I selected the glasses that I did because I thought they would go well with a bald head. :)
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Jules––significant improvement over your old frames. Those look more comfy and more stylish and provide a contrast to your shaved dome. Good choice!
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I try to avoid appearing in public with my glasses:
(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi318.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fmm407%2Frhorgan68%2FApr42012.jpg&hash=f18b9bac0f8db17312580c076ac1d57c445e5b16)
Razor X I think you look just fine with the specs! They PERFECTLY match the color of your goat which is totally awesome and they even bring out your colorful eyes. So you get thumbs up from me! :-)
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Jules––significant improvement over your old frames. Those look more comfy and more stylish and provide a contrast to your shaved dome. Good choice!
Thanks, Benlen.
Like you, I think black retro frames look good with a shaved head.
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Razor X I think you look just fine with the specs! They PERFECTLY match the color of your goat which is totally awesome and they even bring out your colorful eyes. So you get thumbs up from me! :-)
Thank you. O:O
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The new glasses look great Mr Jules. They really compliment your great looking beard.
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Razor, your specs look great. They do match your Van Dyke well.
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Razor, your specs look great. They do match your Van Dyke well.
I've been "bald with glasses" for a couple of days now. My eyes are very dry at the moment and I can't wear my contacts. I tried today but had to take then out around 10the am and give my co-workers a rare glimpse at my specs.
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give my co-workers a rare glimpse at my specs.
and their reaction ?
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give my co-workers a rare glimpse at my specs.
and their reaction ?
Favorable.
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Apparently I have a defective contact lens. The problems started when I opened a fresh pair on Friday, which was the first of the month. The problem was with the right lens. I opened up another one tonight and wore it for a while with no problems. So I won't have to wear the specs again tomorrow. It's been a long time since I wore my glasses all day long and it's been surprisingly difficult to get used to. After a few hours they really start hurting my ears. Guess I need to take a trip to the optician's this weekend and get them adjusted.
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It's been a long time since I wore my glasses all day long and it's been surprisingly difficult to get used to. After a few hours they really start hurting my ears. Guess I need to take a trip to the optician's this weekend and get them adjusted.
At least your colleagues in the office are favourable to the "bald with glasses" look. Certainly worth a trip to the optician's at the weekend to adjust your specs.
I'll be doing the same. Adjusted fine now to the multi-viewing experience of wearing varifocals. But, I want the frames adjusting slightly as the glasses tend to slip down the nose. Other than that, all fine with new glasses. I'm tending to wear them all day long, which I think is the generally idea.
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Jules and Razor, you both wear the glasses well.....but ultimately, Razor, it's what you want and what you feel most comfortable wearing.
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A bad part about me wearing glasses to work is resisting the urge to spoof an old manager. His look of intimidation was to bring down the glasses from the bridge and look at you from above the frame.
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I wore my glasses to work on Monday and Tuesday. got a few comments, all favorable, no big deal. But on Wednesday when I went back to wearing my contacts, several people told me, "You look different today." ???
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Glad to hear that you got favorable comments on your glasses.