Are Designer Eyeglasses Right for Me?

by Oct 31, 2016

If you are someone who loves designer brands but also loves to save money, you may be wondering if you should pay a higher price for designer eyeglasses. If you are considering designer eyeglasses, make sure they are the right choice for you.

Consider Your Line of Work

If you work in a highly physical job — or if you have a very physical hobby — purchasing designer glasses may not be the best option. They typically cost hundreds of dollars and usually aren’t covered by insurance, so if you break them, you’ll be the one paying for a new pair. On the other hand, if you hold a job where you are expected to look fashionable at all times, it may be beneficial for you to purchase designer frames.

Look at Different Designers

If you have a favorite designer, your choice in eyeglasses may depend on whether that designer even offers glasses frames. Many well-known names in the fashion world do provide frames for glasses, but if your favorite doesn’t, sticking to the basics ensures you save money.

  • Jimmy Choo
  • BCBG
  • Juicy
  • Cole Haan
  • Dolce 

 

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Dr. Brett Neal

Dr. Brett Neal

Optometrist, Owner

Dr. Brett Neal is an optometrist specializing in cornea and external disease and specialty contact lenses. He earned his Doctor of Optometry from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University and completed extensive clinical training at The Eye Institute, YKHC Hospital (Alaska), and multiple private practices, gaining experience in ocular disease, pediatrics, and low vision.

He completed a residency at The Eye Institute with clinical honors in cornea and specialty contact lenses, where he also provided pre- and post-operative care for cataract, corneal transplant, and refractive surgery patients. Dr. Neal has advanced expertise in fitting specialty lenses—including scleral, gas-permeable, toric, and multifocal lenses—and has taught advanced contact lens workshops.

He previously served as Chief of Contact Lens Services and Director of Glaucoma Services, managing complex cases such as keratoconus and post-surgical patients.

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