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How to Choose the Best Browline Glasses for Women?
Choosing the best browline glasses for women is a similar process to choosing other glasses shapes. You should browse women's browline frames, consider your face shape, factor in your personal style and try it on for fit. Read on for how to get the best glasses for women in browline shapes below.
- Browse Women's Browline Frames: Browse for women's browline frames online or in person. At Oscar Wylee, there are various browline frames in men's, women's and unisex frames. Women may like to opt for women's browline frames for more feminine designs however unisex frames provide a more neutral option you may prefer.
- Consider Face Shape and Size: Consider your face shape and size when choosing the best browline frames for women. Typically, browline frames are square round lenses, which are relatively versatile in suiting many face shapes. Their sizes can be varied, with narrow, medium or wide fitting frames. Think about how you want the frame to look on your face.
- Factor in your Personal Style: Factor in your personal style when choosing the best browline glasses for women. Browline glasses have differing shapes, colours and sizes which can accommodate many styles.
- Try it on for Fit: Try the browline glasses for fit. Are the temples long enough to sit securely over the ears? Does the bottom rim comfortably rub against your cheeks? See how it fits on your face and if it would be comfortable for long term wear.
How to Choose the Best Browline Glasses for Men?
To choose the best browline glasses for men, you should browse men's browline glasses, consider face size and shape, consider personal style preferences, and try it on for comfort. Read more on how to choose the best lightweight glasses for men below.
- Browse Men's Browline Glasses: Browse for men's browline frames online or in store. At Oscar Wylee, there are various browline frames in men's and unisex frames. Men may like to opt for a men's browline frame as these often have broader frames with typically masculine aesthetics, however unisex ones are also viable options.
- Consider Face Shape and Size: Consider your face shape and size when choosing the best browline frames for men. Typically, browline frames are square round lenses, which are relatively versatile in suiting many face shapes. Their sizes can be varied. Medium and wide width frames will likely suit men's faces the most.
- Consider Personal Style Preferences: Consider personal style preferences when selecting the best browline frames for men. Think about material, colour, frame thickness and shape, and if you prefer a patterned frame.
- Try the Glasses on for Comfort: Try the glasses on for comfort. Consider factors such as the length of the temples, and if they fit securely over your ears, and if the bottom part of the rim rubs against your cheeks.
How to Choose the Best Browline Glasses According to Face Shape?
The face shapes that suit browline glasses are square and round faces. For square faces, browline frames complement them well as the browline frame helps to balance out strong facial features, particularly if the frame is a circular or oval shape. Square face shapes are typically characterised by a wide forehead and a jawline, with these strong features well offset by the browline frame. Contrastingly, round glasses can also benefit from the pronounced angles of the browline glasses, as it can bring more definition and depth to the natural curves of round faces.
Which Material is Best for Browline Glasses?
The best material for browline glasses are a combination of metal and acetate or solely acetate, the most common materials used. Metal and acetate glasses provide a visually appealing contrast alongside durability for wear. The metal is typically titanium, for a thin, sleek profile offset by a thick acetate browline. Alternatively, purely acetate browline glasses provide a more thick-rimmed frame for a more bold eyewear choice.
What are Browline Glasses?
Browline glasses refer to a glasses style that feature a thicker upper part of the frame in contrast to a thinner lower portion of the frame. This thicker upper frame is made to resemble the appearance of eyebrows. Browline glasses were first invented in 1947 by Jack Rohrbach, Vice President of Shuron Ltd. eyeglass company. By 1960, their popularity had skyrocketed as half of all eyeglass frames being worn in America were browlines according to 20/20 Mag. The browline, which is the thicker upper part of the frame, is purely aesthetic for a more bold eyewear option.
How to Buy Browline Glasses According to Bridge Width?
Oscar Wylee has a variety of browline glasses in varying widths to accommodate a range of face sizes. These width sizes include Narrow, Medium or Wide. Read on for the various browline glasses widths to consider before purchasing.
- Narrow: Narrow width browline frames are available at Oscar Wylee. Our narrow frames are good for petite and thinner faces who want to wear striking browline frames.
- Medium: Medium browline frames are available at Oscar Wylee, suited to those with average, or medium sized faces.
- Wide: Wide browline frames are available at Oscar Wylee. Wide frames are good for those with wider, larger faces, often classified as men's glasses.
Which Colour Pattern is Best for Browline Glasses?
There is no best colour pattern for browline glasses, it ultimately comes down to personal preferences. Some glasses colour patterns include matte, transparent and two-toned. Read on for the various colour patterns that could be the best for browline glasses.
- Matte: Matte browline glasses refer to a low-gloss, flat-looking finish for a classically stylish frame.
- Transparent: Transparent browline glasses are popular due to their minimalist, modern look, offering a more subtle take on the bold brow line frame.
- Two-toned: Two-toned browline glasses create a striking colour scheme for those who prefer a mix of colour for their eyewear.
What Types of Nose Shapes Complement Browline Glasses Best?
There is no particular type of nose shape that complements browline glasses best. Any nose shape can enjoy the striking charm of the browline frame. Browline glasses usually come with adjustable nose pads to accommodate many nose types, particularly those with low nose bridges, as adjustable nose pads provide a more snug fit on the nose.
Are Browline Glasses Good for People with Big Noses?
Browline glasses can be good for people with big noses. The pronounced top rim edge draws attention to the eyes and eyebrows as opposed to the nose. This can allow for your facial features to appear more balanced across the face.
Are Browline Glasses Suitable for Reading Glasses?
Yes, browline glasses are suitable for reading glasses. Reading glasses refer to eyewear with lenses that act as a magnifying glass, enlarging objects close to your eyes to eliminate blurred vision. Browline reading glasses can be very beneficial for close up activities such as reading, knitting and computer work.
Can You Use Browline Prescription Glasses for Sports and Active Lifestyles?
No, browline prescription glasses are not typically used for sports and active lifestyles. For those who regularly participate in physical activity, active sunglasses are a good option. This is because active sunglasses are made from flexible, highly durable materials such as TR90 that can withstand the rough and tumble of physical activity.
What are the Price Factors for Browline Glasses?
The price factors for browline glasses at Oscar Wylee will vary depending on elements such as frame material, add-ons and lens types. One pair of browline glasses in our core range starts from $169, 2 pairs from $199 and 3 pairs from $249. It should be noted that lens thickness and other add-ons will affect overall pricing. For a full price guide, read here.
How to Adjust Browline Glasses for a Comfortable Fit?
To adjust your browline glasses for a comfortable fit, you should bring your frame to an optical retailer to have them done professionally. It is always best to have any repairs or adjustments done at your optical retailer, as making alterations yourself or at other establishments may not be covered by warranty.
What Lens Types Work Best with Browline Frames?
There is no singular lens type that works best with browline frames. Any type of lens can work with a browline frame, including various lens thicknesses and add-ons such as polarized lenses or blue light filter lenses. Like other frame shapes, any lens can be compatible with browline frames.
Who Should Avoid Wearing Browline Glasses?
Generally, those with heart shaped faces should avoid wearing browline glasses. Heart shaped faces refer to a shape wherein the chin is narrow and pointed while the forehead is the widest part of the face. The browline frame, with its pronounced top frame rim may emphasize the wideness of the heart shaped face's forehead. If those with a heart-shaped face choose to opt with a browline frame, they may want to select one with a more narrow width to offset their wider forehead.
How to Care for and Maintain Browline Glasses for Longevity?
To care for and maintain browline glasses for longevity you should clean the lenses regularly, use both hands to handle them, and store them in a protective case. These tips to care for and maintain browline glasses for longevity are listed in detail below:
- Clean the Lenses Regularly: You should clean the lenses of your browline glasses regularly. This will ensure cleanliness and clear lenses for optimal vision.
- Use Both Hands to Handle Them: Use both hands to handle your browline glasses, such as when you're taking them on and off. This will ensure they are properly supported by both hands. Don't forget to handle them carefully when moving the temples so the hinges do not become loose.
- Store Glasses in Protective Case: Store your glasses in a protective case when they are not in use. This will ensure your browline frame doesn't scratch against other objects when they are placed in bags or pants pockets.
Are Browline Glasses Suitable for Progressive Lenses?
Yes, browline glasses are suitable for progressive lenses. Like other frame shapes, browline glasses can accommodate progressive lenses, also known as multifocal lenses, which provide vision correction for distance, intermediate, and near vision.
Do Browline Prescription Glasses Make Your Face Look Smaller?
No, browline prescription glasses are not typically known for making your face look smaller. However, they can bring more attention to and uplift the upper part of your face. Browline prescription glasses can balance out your features and potentially elongate your face if you have a square face, which is more broader.
What is the Duration of Shipment for Browline Glasses?
The average duration of shipment for browline glasses at Oscar Wylee is within a time frame of 7-10 business days. You'll receive an order confirmation email as well as a tracking link. For delivery to your home address, you should expect up to 3 weeks depending on your location