{"id":10267,"date":"2022-08-17T18:07:07","date_gmt":"2022-08-17T18:07:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.clearly.com.au\/thelook\/?p=10267"},"modified":"2022-08-17T18:32:55","modified_gmt":"2022-08-17T18:32:55","slug":"the-best-frames-for-progressive-lenses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.clearly.com.au\/thelook\/the-best-frames-for-progressive-lenses\/","title":{"rendered":"The best frames for progressive lenses"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>You wear distance glasses, but you&#8217;ve always been able to see things up close&#8230; Until now. Over the age of 40?&nbsp;It\u2019s likely presbyopia, a natural change in our eyes while we age. And that\u2019s where progressive lenses for your glasses can help!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fortunately, presbyopia shouldn\u2019t dramatically change your life. The best way to embrace this new challenge is to see your eye doctor, who will most likely recommend that you start wearing progressive lenses.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We brought in the pros. Find out which frames are best for progressive lenses with top tips from <a href=\"\/thelook\/contributor-justin-asgarpour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dr. Justin Asgarpour<\/a>, Optometrist and Chief Vision and Mission Officer, and Clearly opticians <a href=\"\/thelook\/contributor-christopher-day\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chris Day<\/a>, Megan Walsh, and Karl Chua.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-choose-the-best-frames\">How to choose the best frames for progressive lenses<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-be-sure-your-progressive-lenses-are-fitted-correctly\">How to be sure your progressive lenses are fitted correctly<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#five-signs-your-progressive-lenses-are-poorly-fitted\">Five tell-tale signs your progressive lenses are poorly fitted<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#multifocal-lenses-progressives-vs-bifocals\">Multifocal lenses: Progressives vs bifocals<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#shop-progressive-glasses\">Pick your progressive glasses<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"how-to-choose-the-best-frames\"><strong>How to choose the best frames for progressive lenses<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-32332\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/JM-alder_KD-spruce_0065.jpg\" alt=\"the best glasses frames for progressive lenses\" width=\"1280\" height=\"854\"><\/p>\n\n\n<p>Optometrists say that you need to find a frame shape that can accommodate a lens height to fit your entire range of vision (reading, intermediate, and distance prescriptions) within your progressive lenses.&nbsp;Does that mean certain frame styles won\u2019t work? More on that later.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe ideal lens height or frame depth that\u2019s required to experience clear and comfortable vision is at least 28mm,\u201d Chua says. Here\u2019s, how to find frames with the ideal lens height for your progressive lenses:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Shop our selection of <a href=\"\/glasses\/progressive-eligible-frames\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">progressive eligible frames<\/a> (with a minimum lens height of 28 mm)\u00a0<\/li><li>If you\u2019re faithful to a specific brand or frame shape, select \u2018Prescription Eligible\u2019 using the filter for features on our website menu to narrow down your frame choices\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Wondering which\u202fglasses\u202flook best\u202fon your face shape? Check out our <a href=\"\/thelook\/face-shape-guide-for-glasses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">face shape guide for glasses<\/a>. The best frame shapes for progressive lenses are:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#round-glasses-frames\">Round glasses frames<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#browline-glasses-frames\">Browline glasses frames<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#square-glasses-frames\">Square glasses frames<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#oval-glasses-frames\">Oval glasses frames<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#rectangle-glasses-frames\">Rectangle glasses frames<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"round-glasses-frames\"><a href=\"\/glasses\/round\"><strong>Round glasses frames<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/glasses\/round\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Round frames<\/a> offer a studious charm that brings style and personality. Walsh says they\u2019re ideal for people with a high prescription because \u201cround lenses can be surfaced thinner than any other shape.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"\/glasses\/clearly-basics\/clearly-basics-gander-51\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/clearly-basics-gander-51-dark-gunmetal-front-angle-1024x355.webp\" alt=\"Clearly Basics Gander-51 Glasses\" class=\"wp-image-32324\"\/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"\/glasses\/clearly-basics\/clearly-basics-gander-51\">Clearly Basics \u2013 Gander-51<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"\/glasses\/main-and-central\/main-and-central-campaspe-51\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/main-and-central-campaspe-51-silver-front-angle-1024x355.webp\" alt=\"Main And Central Campaspe-51 Glasses\" class=\"wp-image-32322\"\/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"\/glasses\/main-and-central\/main-and-central-campaspe-51\">Main And Central \u2013 Campaspe-51<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<h3 id=\"browline-glasses-frames\"><a href=\"\/glasses\/browline\"><strong>Browline glasses frames<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/glasses\/browline\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Browline glasses<\/a> never go out of style and the iconic design will go with everything in your wardrobe. Browline progressives have the perfect blend of retro and contemporary, with a hint of movie-star appeal.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"\/glasses\/derek-cardigan\/derek-cardigan-heze-50\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/derek-cardigan-heze-50-satin-blue-silver-front-angle-1024x355.webp\" alt=\"Derek Cardigan Heze-50 Glasses\" class=\"wp-image-32318\" width=\"840\" height=\"291\"\/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"\/glasses\/derek-cardigan\/derek-cardigan-heze-50\">Derek Cardigan \u2013 Heze-50<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"\/glasses\/michael-kors\/michael-kors-adrianna-iv-mk3012-51\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/michael-kors-mk3012-51-black-rose-gold-front-angle-1024x355.webp\" alt=\"Michael Kors Adrianna IV MK3012-51 Glasses\" class=\"wp-image-32320\"\/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"\/glasses\/michael-kors\/michael-kors-adrianna-iv-mk3012-51\">Michael Kors \u2013 Adrianna IV MK3012-51<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<h3 id=\"square-glasses-frames\"><a href=\"\/glasses\/square\"><strong>Square glasses frames<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>Looking for progressive glasses with a little bit of throwback flair? <a href=\"\/glasses\/square\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Square glasses<\/a> can be understated and versatile, or ramped up to a statement-maker 1970s look if that\u2019s your vibe.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"\/glasses\/arnette\/arnette-an7176-53\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/arnette-an7176-53-black-front-angle-1024x355.webp\" alt=\"Arnette AN7176-53 Glasses\" class=\"wp-image-32316\"\/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"\/glasses\/arnette\/arnette-an7176-53\">Arnette \u2013 AN7176-53<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"\/glasses\/kam-dhillon\/kam-dhillon-heather-bio007-53\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/kam-dhillon-heather-bio007-53-crystal-dark-raspberry-front-angle-1024x384.webp\" alt=\"Kam Dhillon Heather-BIO007-53 Glasses\" class=\"wp-image-32314\"\/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"\/glasses\/kam-dhillon\/kam-dhillon-heather-bio007-53\">Kam Dhillon \u2013 Heather-BIO007-53<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<h3 id=\"oval-glasses-frames\"><a href=\"\/glasses\/oval\"><strong>Oval glasses frames<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/glasses\/oval\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Oval glasses<\/a> soften sharp, angular facial features. They can provide an understated look while adding a modern twist to a timeless design.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"\/glasses\/clearly-basics\/clearly-basics-kensington-50-mod363-49\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/clearly-basics-mod363-49-tortoise-front-angle-1024x384.webp\" alt=\"Clearly Basics Kensington-50 glasses\" class=\"wp-image-32312\"\/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"\/glasses\/clearly-basics\/clearly-basics-kensington-50-mod363-49\">Clearly Basics \u2013 Kensington-50<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"\/glasses\/main-and-central\/main-and-central-mount-pleasant-48\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/main-and-central-mount-pleasant-48-ice-front-angle-1024x384.webp\" alt=\"Main And Central Mount Pleasant-48 glasses\" class=\"wp-image-32310\"\/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"\/glasses\/main-and-central\/main-and-central-mount-pleasant-48\">Main And Central \u2013 Mount Pleasant-48<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<h3 id=\"rectangle-glasses-frames\"><a href=\"\/glasses\/rectangle\"><strong>Rectangle glasses frames<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>A classic frame shape, <a href=\"\/glasses\/rectangle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">rectangle glasses<\/a> are a perfect choice for your everyday routine, with plenty of style options to bring vintage vibes or a contemporary update to your look.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"\/glasses\/reincarnate\/reincarnate-curlew-55\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/reincarnate-curlew-55-cypress-crystal-green-front-angle-1024x355.webp\" alt=\"Reincarnate Curlew-55 \" class=\"wp-image-32308\"\/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"\/glasses\/reincarnate\/reincarnate-curlew-55\">Reincarnate \u2013 Curlew-55<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"\/glasses\/ray-ban\/ray-ban-rb5228-50\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/ray-ban-rb5228-50-black-white-texture-front-angle-1024x355.webp\" alt=\"Ray-Ban RB5228-50\" class=\"wp-image-32306\"\/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"\/glasses\/ray-ban\/ray-ban-rb5228-50\">Ray-Ban \u2013 RB5228-50<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-progressive-glasses-frame-styles-that-you-want-to-avoid\"><strong>Progressive glasses frame styles&nbsp;that&nbsp;you want to&nbsp;avoid<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>According to <a href=\"\/thelook\/contributor-justin-asgarpour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dr. Asgarpour<\/a>, <a href=\"\/thelook\/contributor-christopher-day\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Day<\/a>, Walsh, and Chua, the most common frame shapes and styles that aren\u2019t recommended are:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Extreme cat-eyes and aviators, because the design can cut off some of the reading portion of the lens&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/derek-cardigan-callisto-54-matte-black-front-angle-1024x355.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-32328\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Oversized or really narrow and shallow frames, because they can change the way that distance, intermediate, and near vision correction are fitted into the lens (affecting where you look through within the lens)&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/main-and-central-wilbon-57-black-gold-front-angle-1024x355.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-32330\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Wraparound frames like sports glasses: because the design is stretched, it can interfere with the dynamic of a progressive lens&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/oakley-oo9406-137-black-ink-prizm-trail-torch-front-angle-sun-1024x461.webp\" alt=\"Oakley Sutro OO9406-137 sunglasses\" class=\"wp-image-32326\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"how-to-be-sure-your-progressive-lenses-are-fitted-correctly\"><strong>How to be sure your progressive lenses are fitted correctly<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-24802\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/2021-01_2021-01_LOVE-LIFESTYLE-1-0281-1-1-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"How to be sure your progressive lenses are fitted correctly\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1708\"><\/p>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/thelook\/how-to-adapt-to-wearing-progressive-glasses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Adjusting to progressive glasses<\/a>\u00a0normally takes a bit of time \u2013 anywhere between a few days to two weeks. If you notice that you\u2019re able to maintain your natural posture when looking through your new progressives without having to tip your head up and down to see properly (when reading a book or walking down the stairs), that means they\u2019re perfectly fitted: your prescription is centred in the lens and the lens matches up with your pupil.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before ordering a pair of progressives, your eye care professional will take these two measurements:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"\/thelook\/measure-pupillary-distance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pupillary distance (PD):<\/a> the distance between the centre of your pupils determines where your pupils sit behind the lens before the lens is cut to fit the frame, to ensure that the prescription is centred on your pupils\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Segment height: the height between the centre of your pupil and the bottom of the lens for each eye (where extra magnification for nearer viewing begins and increases as your eye travels downward through the lens)\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re ordering your new pair of <a href=\"\/glasses\/progressive-eligible-frames\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">progressives<\/a> online, make sure to enter the details from your most recent multifocal prescription (including your PD). Our system will automatically calculate your segment height.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Usually, once your progressive glasses have been made with your prescription, your optician or eye doctor will ensure they fit well for you and make any final adjustments if needed.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if <a href=\"\/eyewear\/need-your-eyes-checked\">visiting an eye doctor near you<\/a>\u202fis not possible or if you ordered online, <a href=\"\/help#contact-and-hours\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">contact us<\/a>\u202fby giving us a call at 1-800-639-478.\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 id=\"five-signs-your-progressive-lenses-are-poorly-fitted\"><strong>Five tell-tale signs your progressive lenses are poorly fitted<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-25202\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/2016-07-29_staff-feature-eugenie_094.jpeg\" alt=\"signs your progressive lenses are poorly fitted\" width=\"1280\" height=\"854\" \/><\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. <strong>You\u2019re having trouble finding the reading area of the lens while maintaining a normal posture<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/how-to-measure-segment-height\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">segment height<\/a> or PD measurements could be different than your actual measurements, or they might have been mounted incorrectly. If that\u2019s the case, <a href=\"\/help#contact-and-hours\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">contact us<\/a>\u202fby giving us a call at 1-800-639-478.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s <a href=\"\/thelook\/measure-pupillary-distance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">how to measure your PD<\/a> at home. Be sure to take your time and do it a few times to ensure accuracy. Whenever possible, we recommend getting those measurements from your <a href=\"\/eyewear\/need-your-eyes-checked\">eye care professional<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. <strong>The peripheral areas are blurry.&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your frames might be too far away from your eyes. Move your frames closer to sit higher on your nose by <a href=\"\/thelook\/how-to-adjust-glasses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">adjusting the height of your frames<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Avoid moving your eyes to look left or right. Instead, move your head or use your nose like a camera and point at what you want to look at. Learn <a href=\"\/thelook\/how-to-adapt-to-wearing-progressive-glasses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">how to adapt to wearing progressive glasses<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. <strong>You tilt your head up and look through the lower part of lens to read.<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cYour lenses might be sitting too low on your face and your frames need to be raised,\u201d Day says. Tighten the temples of your glasses (for plastic frames) or move the nose pads closer (for metal frames). Then, test them out: look down the lens and point your nose at your reading materials until the text comes into focus.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn <a href=\"\/thelook\/how-to-adjust-glasses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">how to adjust glasses<\/a>. If necessary, visit your\u202f<a href=\"\/eyewear\/need-your-eyes-checked\">nearest eye care professional<\/a>\u202fwith your glasses: your lenses might need to be refitted.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. <strong>You tip your head or glasses down for distance vision.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your frames might be sitting too high on your nose and your frames need to be lowered.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Loosen the temples of your glasses (for plastic frames) or push the nose pads apart (for metal frames). Then, look straight ahead and make sure your vision is clear while looking into the distance. Pro tip: point your nose toward or look at an object at least 20 feet away until it comes into focus.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn <a href=\"\/thelook\/how-to-adjust-glasses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">how to adjust glasses<\/a>. If necessary, visit your\u202f<a href=\"\/eyewear\/need-your-eyes-checked\">nearest eye care professional<\/a>\u202fwith your glasses: your lenses might need to be refitted.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. <strong>Your distance vision is blurry and you\u2019re having trouble finding the distance vision area of the lens while maintaining your normal posture.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When you lower your chin to look through the upper part of the lens, you\u2019re looking through the beginning peripheral areas of the lens. If that\u2019s the case, your frames need to be lowered.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"multifocal-lenses-progressives-vs-bifocals\"><strong>Multifocal lenses: Progressives vs bifocals<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-32334\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clearly.ca\/thelook\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/progressive_premium_ca.jpeg\" alt=\"progressive lenses vs bifocals\" width=\"540\" height=\"360\"><\/p>\n\n\n<p>Progressive lenses, such as <a href=\"\/lens-type\/multifocal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Standard Progressive and Premium Progressive lenses<\/a>, offer more benefits than bifocals (which only allow for distance and near vision correction, without intermediate vision).\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With progressive lenses, you\u2019ll be able to see at all distances, including the intermediate vision that you need to clearly see things within an arm\u2019s length, like your car dashboard, computer screen, kitchen counter top, or grocery store shelves.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Progressive lenses don\u2019t have a visible line across the lens like bifocals (that separate the two different prescriptions, which causes \u201cimage jump\u201d\u202fwhen you switch focus between near and far). This means you can expect a seamless transition when you switch focus between various distances. Of course, the subtle, stylish finish of progressives is a huge perk, too&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 id=\"shop-progressive-glasses\"><strong>Ready to choose your progressive glasses?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll enjoy the advantages of progressive lenses when they are correctly fitted to your frames \u2013 and of course, when you also have the right frames to fit your face, and <a href=\"\/thelook\/how-to-adapt-to-wearing-progressive-glasses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">you&#8217;re well-adjusted to wearing them<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re unsure how to find the right frames or lenses, <a href=\"\/help#contact-and-hours\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">contact us<\/a>\u202fby giving us a call at 1-800-639-478.\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"\/glasses\/progressive-eligible-frames\">Shop progressive glasses<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"\/lens-type\/multifocal\">Multifocal lens guide<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read more:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"\/thelook\/measure-pupillary-distance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to measure pupillary distance (PD)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"\/thelook\/how-to-adapt-to-wearing-progressive-glasses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to adapt to wearing progressive glasses<\/a>\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You wear distance glasses, but you&#8217;ve always been able to see things up close&#8230; Until now. 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