Question 1

Can I order prescription lenses for wide-face frames?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Wide frames on Eyebuydirect can be customized with your prescription, single vision, bifocal, progressive. When you enter your prescription and pupillary distance (PD), they’ll make lenses to fit those wider dimensions.

Question 2

How do I find glasses that fit a wide face?

Accepted Answer

Look for frames with a lens width of 52 mm or more, bridges of 18 mm+, and temples of 140 mm or more. Also aim for frames labeled “wide” or “large.” These ensure your glasses sit well without squeezing your head.

Question 3

What should I watch out for when adjusting wide frames?

Accepted Answer

The nose bridge and temples need proper alignment. If temples are too tight or nose pads dig in, the fit will feel off. An optician can tweak those. And use a hard case when not wearing them, so they don’t get bent out of shape.

Question 4

Do wide-face glasses limit frame styles?

Accepted Answer

Not much. You can choose rimless, semi-rimless, full-rim, metal, or acetate. Just ensure the frame width and structural support match your face. The style choices remain broad; fit is the key filter.

Question 5

What qualifies as “wide face” when picking glasses?

Accepted Answer

A “wide face” usually means your face width from temple to temple is larger than average. In glasses terms, you’ll want a frame that’s wider than your cheekbones, with broader bridges and temple arms to avoid pinching or pressure.

Glasses for Wide Faces

FAQ

Can I order prescription lenses for wide-face frames?

How do I find glasses that fit a wide face?

What should I watch out for when adjusting wide frames?

Do wide-face glasses limit frame styles?

What qualifies as “wide face” when picking glasses?