Can you help me find glasses that fit my head? I've only been able to find a fit with the widest frames available, and finding them has been a matter of trial and error, mostly the latter. [more inside]
posted by tellumo on Dec 2, 2009 - 7 answers

In "A Scanner Darkly," Robert Downey Jr. wears a pair of interesting spectacles. Who makes the frames, or who makes a similar version? [more inside]
posted by Lownotes on Sep 2, 2009 - 5 answers

So, apparently I need glasses. Where can this Canadian get the best deal on some designer frames? [more inside]
posted by synecdoche on Jun 25, 2009 - 11 answers

Where in Los Angeles can I get eyeglasses lenses (a fairly difficult perscription, at that) in an hour, or a day? [more inside]
posted by seeka on Apr 7, 2009 - 3 answers

My glasses have black plastic frames and they turn white when wet from water or sweat, how can I get them clean? [more inside]
posted by BugsPotter on Mar 23, 2009 - 2 answers

Is there any way for me to paint my titanium glass frames? (And be somewhat durable and look decent.) [more inside]
posted by Ookseer on Nov 4, 2008 - 4 answers

How do I get used to these new glasses? [more inside]
posted by odi.et.amo on Sep 8, 2008 - 6 answers

In Possiblities, among other places, Herbie Hancock wears these slightly tinted, curved glasses, which come to a bit of a point right over his nose. My question, is where can I find a pair? [more inside]
posted by paisley henosis on Aug 17, 2008 - 2 answers

Classic 50's scientist: I'm trying to find a pair of eyeglass frames just like #6 on this page. I don't care if they're vintage or new, but they have to be able to handle contemporary prescription lenses.
posted by Robson on Jun 19, 2008 - 14 answers

Is it possible to undo 'clouding' on cellulose acetate and plastic eyeglass frames? [more inside]
posted by j-dawg on Dec 2, 2007 - 3 answers

I saw the most beautiful pair of glasses today. They looked great on me and were a perfect fit when I tried them on. The only problem was they belonged to a stranger on the street. [more inside]
posted by fiTs on Oct 1, 2007 - 10 answers

Where should I go to buy cool glasses (optical, not beverage) in NYC without breaking the bank?
posted by sonofslim on Mar 6, 2007 - 8 answers

(eyeglassfilter) my frames broke in half! Where can I find low cost replacements to put my lenses into? [more inside]
posted by jtoth on Feb 9, 2007 - 16 answers

Optometrists and awesome frames in San Francisco: Recommendations? Ever been to Rims and Goggles in Pacific Heights? [more inside]
posted by otherwordlyglow on Dec 5, 2006 - 10 answers

What brand are my glasses frames and where can I get some more? [more inside]
posted by msbrauer on Aug 28, 2006 - 6 answers

Can just swapping out the lenses multiple times damage glasses frames if done properly? [more inside]
posted by Caviar on Jul 26, 2006 - 10 answers

A question for the female four-eyed hipsters among us. Which eyeglasses are considered cool this spring? [more inside]
posted by cior on Apr 11, 2006 - 19 answers

What's meant by, and/or where to get 'em: Steel-Rimmed Glasses. I see them mentioned in older books -- a usual reference is, frames issued to GIs during WWII. [more inside]
posted by Rash on Oct 29, 2005 - 5 answers