How to Choose the Right Sunglasses?
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Whether it’s winter or summer, sunglasses are our allies! Under a bright blue sunny sky or a gloomy gray one, we never forget to take care of our eyes!
In addition to choosing them to our taste, we pay special attention to UV resistance because our eyes are fragile and need to be protected both on the ski slopes and at the beach. This shows that all seasons are good for buying sunglasses.
Here’s a quick overview of the best sunglasses at the historic optician Optic2000.
How to properly protect your eyes with the best sunglasses?
Admit it, you think more about your style when choosing your pair of sunglasses than about your eyes. However, it is essential to know which protection index to choose according to your needs.
- UV Protection
There are four protection indices ranging from 0 to 4.
Avoid index 0, which, as you guessed, offers no protection at all. Index 1 lets most UV rays through, and while it provides some protection, it’s better to opt for a minimum of index 2 for everyday sunglasses for city outings. Index 3 is highly recommended for the beach and skiing because it blocks harmful UV rays for the eyes. Index 4, the highest, is necessary for high mountain guides or professionals working at sea.
If in doubt, I always recommend UV protection index 3.
- Adapt your sunglasses to your vision
Do you wear prescription glasses? It is entirely possible at Optic2000 to adapt your sunglasses to your vision so that you are comfortable wherever you go. To do this, it’s quite simple; you can either go directly to the store or visit the Optic2000 website to try your next sunglasses from home. You will always find what you love among the wide range of glasses, from the most luxurious to the most affordable.
What style of sunglasses should you choose?
There are two parameters to consider when choosing your sunglasses with style: color and shape.
- The Color
It is well known that black suits everyone, and indeed, it is a safe bet. But why not look at tortoiseshell or colored models? Shades of brown are always interesting because they allow you to harmonize your frames with the color of your eyes or hair.
Another safe bet: aviator sunglasses with their timeless golden frame.
A black frame accompanied by gold gives a slightly more feminine and mysterious touch.
You can also choose a glass tint that is more or less dark for a completely opaque or more transparent effect.
- The Shape
You choose the shape of your sunglasses based on your face. Do you have a square face with a well-defined jawline? I recommend round glasses or aviator sunglasses that will both soften your face and highlight, by principle of opposition, your lovely defined lines.
Do people often say you have a baby face or an oval face? Go for rectangular glasses that will suit you beautifully. If you like originality, go ahead and try a hexagonal pair which, in addition to bringing a unique touch, will give character to your face.
The best thing is to go to the store and try on several pairs. Don’t be shy and ask for advice until you find the rare gem that will accompany you everywhere!
