How to Wear Sunglasses When You’re Not Wearing Them…

September 22, 2016September 22, 2016 Mags (SelectSpecs) Leave a comment

It seems like a rhetorical question but actually it’s a valid point. Where does one place his/her sunglasses when they no longer need to wear them? Whilst you’re out and about, not having anywhere to place your sunglasses safely or easily can be extremely inconvenient.

So we’ve tried and tested all the different ways to hang, prop and pocket our shades so you don’t ever have to lose yours again. Read on for 4 savvy ways of styling your sunglasses when they’re not on your face; how to wear sunglasses when you’re not wearing them.

1. Secure them On Your Head

Keeping your sunglasses on... read more

A Guide to Reglazing Your Glasses

August 23, 2016 Mags (SelectSpecs) Leave a comment

Reglazing your glasses is great if you’re trying to save money on your eyewear. Whilst glasses are an important part of everyday life and you should always choose a pair that looks and feels good for you, we also appreciate that specs can be a big cost, especially if you change prescriptions every two years.

But if you’re already happy with the frames that you have, you can save money by using a reglazing service. Not only will reglazing your prescription glasses help you save money on a new pair of specs, but it also comes in pretty handy if you’re a clumsy spectacle wearer... read more

5 Life Hacks You Have to Know for Fixing Scratched Lenses!

June 2, 2016May 26, 2016 Mags (SelectSpecs) 1 Comment

We’ve all been there. From one glasses wearer to another, I know your trouble. There are fewer things in life more annoying than the pesky distraction of a scratched lens. It may only be small, it may only be minor but one little scratch can cause big problems.

Especially when it’s right in your eye line or when it detracts you from concentrating on the task at hand. Even worse, is when it obstructs your vision at a crucial moment in time, like when you’re trying to parallel park under pressure or when you’re trying to make out whether it’s your ex who has just... read more

Back to Work: The Kit that Every Glasses Wearer Needs at the Office

January 25, 2016January 19, 2016 Mags (SelectSpecs) Leave a comment

Being back at work in January often means playing catch up after the long break and getting back into the swing of it all. If you’re finding the back-to-the-office ritual tough to handle, the last thing you need is your glasses steaming up, going all wonky and lopsided, or causing you headaches because they don’t fit your face properly. I’m sure that all glasses wearers will be able to agree that when you’re having one of those days where everything that could go wrong does go wrong, a pair of glasses slipping down your face or breaking in the middle of an important... read more

Why Don’t My Glasses Fit My Face?

January 17, 2016January 19, 2016 Mags (SelectSpecs) Leave a comment

It’s one of the most common problems for glasses wearers everywhere. I’ve suffered with it for many years and I’m sure there are plenty of others out there who feel exactly the same.

Whether your nose is too big / too small / too stick outy / not sticky outy enough or your ears are too high / too low / too far away / too close, there are so many different contributing factors as to why your glasses don’t fit your face.

And whilst I’m forever thankful for all those vloggers, bloggers and internet writers who are out there sharing their tips on how to make their glasses fit better, I can’t... read more

5 Storage Hacks for Your Sunglasses

January 10, 2016January 5, 2016 Mags (SelectSpecs) Leave a comment

2016 is here; it’s time to put an end to those excuses, stop that procrastination, and roll out those New Year’s Resolutions to military precision. If you’ve promised yourself that you’re going to clean out your clutter and tidy up your wardrobe, you’ll need some modern day storage hacks to help you on your way.

If you’re a lover of shades and don’t have protective cases for all of your specs (some of us are guilty of losing them), then finding a safe place to store your sunglasses can be an organisational nightmare. And whilst you may enjoy collecting designer sunglasses... read more

5 Easy Ways to Avoid Losing Your Glasses

December 30, 2015December 18, 2015 Michaela (SelectSpecs) 1 Comment

Are you a regular prescription glasses wearer? Then we bet you’ve lost your specs at least once. Go on…admit it. We’ve all done it. You take them off for a minute and the next thing you know, they’re nowhere to be seen.

Losing your glasses can be stressful and a huge waste of time, especially when you need them to see what you’re looking for in the first place. If you’re lucky, they’ll turn up eventually but if not, you’ll have no choice but to fork out for a new pair, which can be expensive.

If you’re always losing your glasses, don’t worry, it happens! But do take our tips... read more