Millions of people through out the world wear prescription eyeglasses. Thankfully for them fashion is no longer out of their reach. Several clothing designers are now catering to eyeglass wearers everywhere. For those of us who remember when eyeglass frames were made in basic black, these new frames are a wonderful addition to the showroom choices. However, with all of these great choices come some questions that need to be answered. What color, shape, style is best for you? Some answers to these important questions can be found below.

1- When you are in the beginning stages of choosing your next pair of glasses, it is important to first check with your insurance company's policies. You need to know the amount that they will cover and if anything is not covered under your particular plan.

2- After you have had your initial eye exam, it is time to choose your new frames. There are several types of materials to choose from, all with their own attributes. For example, titanium and aluminum frames are lightweight, durable and can be custom fit, but they are also on the expensive side. While plastic frames are also durable and lightweight, they do not offer the same fitting options, but are less expensive.

3- Another important element to choosing the right prescription eyeglasses for you is the type of lenses that you choose. A general rule is that the smaller the lens the better, this is because a smaller lens tends to be lighter weight. There are also several choices of materials from which lenses can be made; again, they all have pros and cons attached to them. Lenses made of glass are heavy, but tend to be naturally scratch resistant. While plastic (polycarbonate) lenses are lighter, they do require extra care to prevent scratching. Thankfully, there are an array of options that can be added to the lighter weight plastic lenses to make them more user friendly.

4- It is a good idea to bring a friend along with you. The doctor's office will generally have someone there to help you pick the right frames for your facial shape and coloring, but a friend will be able to help you choose the right frames to fit your personality.

5- Ask for your prescription if you do not see the right pair of frames in your doctors' showroom. You can take the prescription to other stores and choose your glasses there. This is also helpful if you want to have your eye exam performed at a local doctor, but would like to take advantage of a sale at a larger national store.