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#30 by Razor X on 03 Nov, 2012 07:55
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I can never decide whether contact lenses or conventional glasses are the bigger nuisance. Both have their plusses and minuses and how I would answer the question depends on the day. I usually wear contacts during the day but my eyes appreciate the occasional day off from them (like today). I know I'm going to need a new prescription soon and that will create a whole new set of issues.
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#31 by Razor X on 03 Nov, 2012 16:06
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These frames are not currently considered stylish but they are the only kind that suit me. I don't look good in rectangular frames at all:
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#32 by BillOnBass on 03 Nov, 2012 17:04
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Contacts can end up costing more in the long run when compared to a pair of prescription glasses of reasonable cost. My contacts cost anywhere from $3-500/ 6 months (depending on the source), but my glasses + lenses only cost that once (aside from lense upgrades, which I haven't needed in 2 years).
I prefer my daily contact lenses over my glasses and wear them about 90% of the time. The glasses provide slightly better vision but I'm constantly cleaning them and readjusting them. With contacts I can just put them in in the morning and forget about them. Contacts are better for most physical activities, too. -
#33 by TheSlyBear on 03 Nov, 2012 18:03
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These frames are not currently considered stylish but they are the only kind that suit me. I don't look good in rectangular frames at all:
Same here Razor. When I was picking out these frames, the optician said "Oh, you like the retro frames!"
You'd have thought I had picked out bell bottoms and tie-dye. -
#34 by Razor X on 03 Nov, 2012 19:24
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These frames are not currently considered stylish but they are the only kind that suit me. I don't look good in rectangular frames at all:
Same here Razor. When I was picking out these frames, the optician said "Oh, you like the retro frames!"
You'd have thought I had picked out bell bottoms and tie-dye.
It's everybody else that has the retro frames; the big bulky plastic ones that I hated wearing in the 70s seem to be back at the moment. -
#35 by Razor X on 03 Nov, 2012 19:26
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I prefer my daily contact lenses over my glasses and wear them about 90% of the time. The glasses provide slightly better vision but I'm constantly cleaning them and readjusting them. With contacts I can just put them in in the morning and forget about them. Contacts are better for most physical activities, too.
I find the contacts provide better vision, particularly for reading. I can't seem to read comfortably with my current glasses at all but the contacts aren't really a problem. I don't know why; the prescription is supposed to be the same.
And you're right, contacts are better for physical activities. -
#36 by theman on 04 Nov, 2012 06:35
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I think the reason being that the contacts are right against the eye. Which is why they are clearer. Some days my eyes get so dry which I use Systane Lube drops for , and then allgery season. Style of glass's, suits, etc. they saw will go out in in 10 years come back in again. Hair has not done that LOL !
Once it goes out been only growing on becoming SLY ! -
#37 by Mr Jules on 04 Nov, 2012 08:36
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And you're right, contacts are better for physical activities.
This is the only reason why I'd consider wearing contacts.
In the rain, I can either cycle and my glasses get covered with drops of water. Or I can cycle without my glasses. Either way, it's no fun. -
#38 by benlen on 24 Nov, 2012 18:51
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It's funny how some of the older guys here look at horn rimmed glasses and flinch, while younger men, women, and "hipsters" are looking back towards older/heavier styles of glasses.
I can say that I think personally that the right horn rimmed frames look great on a bald head...but not everyone can or should try the Ray Ban Wayfarers as precription glasses.
I myself compromised, and went with a pair of "brow line glasses" ala Malcolm X and G men and Mad Men of the 1940s, 50s, and 60s. I wanted to purchase a pair of Shurons, but instead went with the Ray Ban Clubmasters...extremely comfortable and great looking. Browline glasses are a classic style without being too pretentious.
Then again, as a writer/artist who likes plaid, that's sort of expected of me and the next generation of beat poet wannabes and liberal arts students :-p
It's a niche thing. -
#39 by Razor X on 24 Nov, 2012 21:27
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It's funny how some of the older guys here look at horn rimmed glasses and flinch, while younger men, women, and "hipsters" are looking back towards older/heavier styles of glasses.
Some of us older guys grew up wearing those heavier horn-rim styles. Some of us are even ancient enough to remember when the lenses were actually made of glass.
There was a time when there really wasn't anything else available. They weren't fashion accessories; they were a practical necessity that weren't considered to be particularly hip. So the memories attached to them generally are not fond ones. 
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#40 by Frontier Guy on 25 Nov, 2012 04:19
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So the memories attached to them generally are not fond ones.
So true ... being the only student in my second grade class wearing glasses was not an enjoyable distinction. -
#41 by Laser Man on 25 Nov, 2012 10:58
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Razor X is right - wearing horn-rimmed glasses as a kid was not fun and certainly wasn't a fashion statement. And thank goodness for high index plastic lenses that allow people like me with strong prescriptions to wear thin lenses. The old glass was thick, heavy and a dead giveaway that you had poor eyesight.
As to what glasses look good with a bald head, it depends on the individual and his face shape. I currently have a pair of Oakleys with a frame on the top of the lens only. They are gunmetal grey and look pretty good. -
#42 by MMArob on 25 Nov, 2012 11:34
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I can never decide whether contact lenses or conventional glasses are the bigger nuisance. Both have their plusses and minuses and how I would answer the question depends on the day. I usually wear contacts during the day but my eyes appreciate the occasional day off from them (like today). I know I'm going to need a new prescription soon and that will create a whole new set of issues.
Did you consider buying Oakleys?
They offer almost all their frames with subscription glasses (clear or tinted), and are imo a nice choice for the sly look. -
#43 by Mr Jules on 25 Nov, 2012 11:46
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Did you consider buying Oakleys?
They offer almost all their frames with subscription glasses (clear or tinted), and are imo a nice choice for the sly look.
Oh, you've got me thinking....
In Spring 2013, I'm having my eye sight test. My current glasses are 3 year old and were the cheapest frames. I've already glued them back together once (you can't see the join !). -
#44 by Razor X on 25 Nov, 2012 13:55
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I can never decide whether contact lenses or conventional glasses are the bigger nuisance. Both have their plusses and minuses and how I would answer the question depends on the day. I usually wear contacts during the day but my eyes appreciate the occasional day off from them (like today). I know I'm going to need a new prescription soon and that will create a whole new set of issues.
Did you consider buying Oakleys?
They offer almost all their frames with subscription glasses (clear or tinted), and are imo a nice choice for the sly look.
I have to schedule an eye exam for after the first of the year. I'm having a lot of problems with presbyopia but I'm not eliigble for an exam until the new year. I'm sure I'll need a new prescription and probably new frames then. I'll check out the Oakleys.