Mission Creek Optometry · Kelowna

Frames and Lenses

A good pair of frames is about more than how they look. The right frame fits your face, suits your style, and feels comfortable all day. Here is how to think about it — and what we will help you find in store.

Face shape & style

Hint: opposites are attractive — round faces need angles, and angular faces need round shapes.

Frames work best when they balance your face. As a general guide:

  • Round face — angular or rectangular frames add definition.
  • Oval face — most shapes work well; look for balanced proportions.
  • Square face — round or oval frames soften strong angles.
  • Heart-shaped face — frames that are wider at the bottom, or rimless styles, balance a narrower chin.

Style is personal. Classic, bold, minimal, colourful — the best frame is the one that feels like you, and that you will actually enjoy wearing every day. Trying frames on in person is the surest way to know.

Four types of frames

Plastic (acetate)

Bold colours and patterns, warm to the touch, and lightweight. Acetate is a plant-based plastic that holds rich colour well, so it is a good choice if you want a statement frame. It can be a little thicker than metal, and it does not have adjustable nose pads, so the fit is set by the frame shape itself.

Metal

Thin, light, and strong. Metal frames — often titanium or stainless steel — have a minimal, classic look and usually come with adjustable nose pads, so the fit can be fine-tuned. A good choice if you want a frame that feels light and looks understated.

Nylor (semi-rimless)

The lens is held along the top by a frame bar and along the bottom by a thin nylon cord, so there is no full rim around the lens. The result is lightweight and open, with a clean, professional look. A good middle ground if a full frame feels heavy but you still want some structure.

Asian fit (low bridge fit)

Designed for faces with a lower nose bridge and higher cheekbones. The bridge is wider and set lower, the nose pads are positioned to hold the frame at the right height, and the temple angle is adjusted so the frame does not slide down or rest on the cheeks. If ordinary frames slip, sit too low, or touch your cheeks, Asian fit is made for you.

How a good fit feels

Fit is what turns a nice frame into a pair of glasses you forget you are wearing. A few things we check when we fit frames for you:

  • Bridge — the bridge should rest comfortably on your nose without pinching or sliding. A large or wide bridge suits a wider nose; a narrow bridge suits a narrower nose. Asian fit frames have a wider, lower bridge for a lower nose bridge.
  • Width — the frame should be about as wide as your face, with your eyes roughly centred in the lenses. Too narrow and the temples pinch; too wide and the frame slides.
  • Temple arms — they should rest gently behind your ears without pressing, and the frame should stay put when you look down.
  • Comfort all day — no red marks on the nose or behind the ears, no slipping, and the lenses sitting at the right height for your vision.

Every frame we sell is fitted and adjusted in store, and we will adjust them again any time they need it.

Come in and try frames on — we will help you find the fit and the style that suits you.

250-717-0086 · 1820 Ambrosi Rd #101, Kelowna

Mon–Fri, 9–5