Happy Friday, friends! 🙂
Well, I got my second set of at-home try-on glasses from Warby Parker, but before I show them to you, here’s another look at the glasses I own and wear every day:
(Glasses: Vogue #2787 53/16/140)
I am not getting rid of them (I love, love, LOVE them!), but I would like to get a second pair that looks totally different at some point, so I can switch up my look from time to time. And like I mentioned in my previous glasses-related post, a friend of mine suggested I try out some of Warby Parker’s frames because you can try on 5 pairs at a time for free. If you missed it, here are the ones I tried on a few weeks ago: My Eyeglasses
…and here are the ones I got the other day:
1. Haskell in Crystal & Maple:
2. Lyle in Beach Glass:
3. Anders in Crystal:
4. Simone in Tea Rose Fade:
5. Welty in Rose Fog:
The only ones I *sort of* liked were the last ones, and that’s really just because they were my favorite shape. I don’t love the color on me.
So, after trying on 10 pairs of Warby Parkers, I don’t think I’ll be ordering any of their frames, but trying them on did help me figure out what I would like to find. I’d like to find a pair that is the same shape as my current glasses, but that are clear, like #3 above. I noticed my current glasses do come in several other colors, but clear is not one of them. 🙁
I’ll keep looking around. I’m not in a rush. Some of you recommended EyeBuyDirect.com, and I did find these: Uptown Clear Eyeglasses that might work.
And while I was there, I had fun using their computerized try-on feature too. Check it out:
(Miyoshi)
I just found an old photo of me that was shot straight on, selected another pair of frames that looked cute and boom! Didn’t even have to wait for them to show up on my doorstep! 😀
I really would like to try each of those pairs on *before* I buy them though (maybe that second pair wouldn’t cover my eyebrows in real life?), so I don’t know if I’ll ever be brave enough to just purchase them with lenses. You can send them back for a full refund within 14 days if you don’t like them though, so who knows! 🙂
Enjoy your weekend, friend!
Layla
I think these all look good on you.
I am still shopping for frames, too. It’s a big deal choosing something that’s on your face all day every day. Comfort, appearance, durability–they all matter.
I want something edgy, but not heavy. Hard to find.
I really like the first pair of this new batch on you. It’s so difficult choosing glasses that the last time I needed my lenses changed I I didn’t buy new frames and just reused my old ones.
You have a face for glasses, you suite them all! I do love Haskell in Crystal & Maple on you though – they’re so cute! Kinda steampunk-ish.
Layla – I still like your original glasses too! Try the glasses.com app, I had a lot of fun with it.
The tortoise looks great on you.
I just got two new pairs of glasses after I LOST!! my everyday pair in a strange bathroom event. (Autoflush is the devil, I tell you.) I got tortoise shell and a pair of red for a different look. I think the last pair – the red ones – are a go for you! I searched for a while to find the right red frames. Some of them were too “Sally Jessie” if you remember her – ? GO FOR IT~
I liked #1 a lot on you. I’m also currently looking but also planning to keep my old ones. Found a pair at Costco I like a lot.
Totally agree. Of the ones you posted, I like those blush ones best. You can totally pull off a larger frame. I got some clear frames from Zenni last month and LOVE them. I thought they would be weird and that I’d feel self-conscious but for $35 for bifocals, it was worth the risk.
I love the first pair on you!! Those are my favorite! But honestly, they all look great. Not all fit your fun personality, some look a bit too studious/serious! 😉
I thought 1, 2 and 3 looked good.
Have you looked at Zenni Optical? They are really reasonable and have clear frames.
We use Zenni Optical online at our house. Lots of choices and very affordable.
I think the first pair looks really good on you and they’re different than the ones you wear now. There are so many frames out there – you’ll find one you love! Enjoy your weekend with your sweet family!
Love your existing everyday glasses! Those are by far my favorite on you! You look gorgeous in them! What about looking for that frame shape in another color option, if you want some variety? You always look good, so I’m sure you could pull off almost anything! 🙂
Hi Lisa!
Yes, that’s what I mentioned doing at the end of my post. 😉
Hopefully I’ll bump into them at some point!
Remember (or are you too young?)Sally Jessy Raphael? She had a talk show ans was famous for her Red glasses. They’d look great on you. I wear cheaters for reading. I buy them by the handfull at the dollar store, or better yet Michael’s or Target (in their dollar aisle) when they have them. All shapes, and colors. They lasted longer than my ONE pair of pricey prescription ones. I have floral, black and white Houndstooth, Red eye rims with green and black plaid sides, lots of fun varieties. I dont bother trying to match my outfits, although with a little effort I could. Oh yes, and they serve as a great headband…..sometimes without knowing it, I might have one pair on my face and two on top of my head. It’s a “Look”
Yes! (I’m 42) And I’d loved her cute red glasses! 😀 I wish I could wear those “cheaters” too. Sounds like you have a lot of pretty pairs!
You have a good face for glasses, so they all look good but with your blonde hair I like the dark glasses, #2 is my favorite. The ones you own and wear every day are really nice as well.
I need new glasses too but I have dark hair and silver frames or frameless look better on me, but that’s what I think, it’s so much better to get the opinion of others so putting a post on your blog is a great idea, we all get to contribute 🙂
Oh my gosh Layla I LOVE LOVE LOVE #1 on you!!!
Just want to say this … You are stunning – both inside and out! Happy weekend friend!
There’s something about that Haskell Crystal & Maple on you that I just loved.
I thought pair #1 were both different and flattering. Of course, I thought you looked good in all the pairs including the first group.
Really? This is no help, but the ones you are currently wearing are the cutest on your pretty face!! They make your eyes pop and I think you should stay with that color. The pale/clear ones make your face washed out. But girl, anything you put on will be okay on that beautiful face!!
I like the last ones best too but I do think I like a contrast a bit more (like the ones you usually wear). 🙂
I’m in the market. Maybe I will check them out too?
Thanks for the reminder.
It’s been fun to see the different options, but the ones you already use seem to fit you perfectly! All of the others seem to pale in comparison. Have a blessed day!
I like the Miyoshi glasses – think the color looks good on you. I like your current glasses the best. Just sayin’ 😉
Just joining in to say I thought #1 and #2 looked FANTASTIC on you–especially #2!! But you have to like whatever you choose. Good luck with the search! As others have said, you look great in most frames.
Try coastal.com, too! We’ve used them several times and have been 100% pleased every time.
Number 4 is cute for something different and sorta retro! 😉
I like the Haskell on you ….. agreed they all look great!
Lovin’ the Lyle!
Try Zenni Optical! So inexpensive and tons of styles.
I thought #1 and 2 looked really really good on you.! Like REALLY good
I really really like the last ones you tried using your computer. Those are adorable on you. Not too heavy but a perfect contrast I think. Your handy tortoise ones frame your face perfectly as does the computerized ones.
I’m not sure what your prescription is so this might not be of use to you. But I ordered a larger frame that I fell in love with, but once I started wearing them… oh the headaches 🙁 Turns out that because my prescription is so strong and my lenses are thicker (even with the more expensive thinner lens), any frames that are bigger make for a heavier set of glasses. They continually slip and then I eventually get the headaches. Whomp whomp. I was totally bummed out.
I love #2 on you and it would be interesting to see the last ones in a different color.
Hi Layla,
I only know you via your website, and even though I love your style and your posts on the new love of your life (Steevenson!), we’re not best friends, and I feel funny telling you that the clear-type glasses are not flattering unless you’re a 25 yr old brunette. The contrast is what makes those look good, and on you with your beautiful blond hair, they disappear. The reason why your current tortoiseshell glasses look so good on your is because of the contrast to your coloring.
Now I’ve done it – crossed over the line of propriety, and surely we’re good friends by now….
In any case, I believe red or black are your best bets. Here are some two-tone glasses that made me think of you …
https://www.eyebuydirect.com/prescription-glasses/plastic-eyeglasses-clover-black-p-18865
Ha! Thank you for your honesty, friend! 😀 But that’s *exactly* why I want a clear pair. I want them to disappear sometimes! 😀
Hi Layla,
I’ve read your blog for years and love yours, Kevin’s, and now Sweet P’s creativity. Just wanted to suggest Bon Look glasses and 39 Dollar Glasses as possibilities for you. My husband and I have bought 3 pairs of glasses over the years from 39dollarglasses.com and have been very happy. I bought 2 pairs of glasses from bonlook.com in the last year and love them! You can’t try on like warby but you can do the computer try-on-top-of-your-photo thing. You can print to-size pdfs from 39dollarglasses.com, trim them out, scotch tape them to your face and look totally silly (but it works!). Hope that helps and thank you for all the beauty your family adds to this crazy world! -Sandra
Lyle in beach glass looked awesome on you Layla.
Of course you aire gorgeous and everything looks great.
I love Warby Parker for their in home try ons, but I didn’t find any I loved either, but both my husband and I have Fetch eyewear that we love and they are similarly priced and offer in-home-try-ons as well. https://www.fetcheyewear.com Maybe worth a shot? ❤