The fall and holiday seasons have a way of making us want to elevate our style or switch things up. You're probably pulling your favorite sweaters back into rotation, trading sandals for boots and leaning into the richer colors that come with the season. But one accessory that's easy to overlook is also one you probably wear every day: Your eyeglasses.
Unlike adding a new sweater or pair of shoes to your closet, updating prescription eyewear can feel like a much bigger investment. Glasses can get expensive fast, so it's understandable to hang onto the same frames for a few years. But fall often brings a return to classrooms, offices and evenings spent indoors staring at a screen, which puts quality everyday glasses firmly back in the spotlight.
Eyebuydirect offers more than 3,000 frames starting at just $6, which makes experimenting with a new look or updating a prescription much more affordable.
And through Oct. 31, Eyebuydirect frames are an additional 45% off with the code USA45.
Whether your current pair has seen better days, your prescription needs an update or you're simply ready for a different shape or color, a new pair can be both a practical purchase and an easy style refresh.
Save 45% on frames at Eyebuydirect with code USA45
Mullen Glasses
Available in black and purple colors, the Mullen is an everyday square frame with unmatched versatility.
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Eyebuydirect makes it easier to shop for prescription glasses online
Buying glasses without trying them on in a store can feel like a complete gamble. Eyebuydirect aims to take that uncertainty out of the process with a virtual try-on feature, which allows someone to preview frames on their face before ordering. You can browse styles from slim metal frames and cat-eye shapes to chunkier silhouettes and richer colors that fit neatly into a fall wardrobe.
Because frames can be configured with different lens options, the same basic style can also work for prescription needs or preferences add-ons like blue light filtering. A prescription scanner for transferring prescription information can be used while shopping from home, but current prescription should still come from an eye care professional based on routine eye exams.
And for add assurance, Eyebuydirect offers two-day shipping, free shipping on orders over $119, a 14-day free return period and a 365-day product guarantee.
Fenwick Glasses
The Fenwick frames feature a blend of tortoiseshell, bio-based acetate and recycled metal, with adjustable nose pads for added comfort.
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Graham Sunglasses
Tiny oval sunnies are one of the biggest trends among both celebrities and everyday shoppers, and you can get this pair at Eyebuydirect for less than $50.
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Uptown Glasses
A timeless style option, these clear frames are a staple pair to rely on.
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St. Michel Glasses
If wire-rim glasses are more your preference, opt for this pair that comes in eight colors.
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Illuma Glasses
These mossy-green, rounded square frames are a seasonal winner and a structurally modern style.
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Vision insurance can help with the cost of new glasses
One noteworthy caveat is the ability to use certain vision insurance benefits directly with Eyebuydirect. Accepted vision insurance now includes major providers like EyeMed, Aetna, Humana and Cigna, and eligible shoppers can apply their benefits at checkout. HSA and FSA funds are also accepted.
That added payment flexibility may be particularly vital if you're already planning to replace an outdated prescription or add a backup pair to the rotation. Coverage and eligibility can vary, so make sure to check individual benefits before ordering.
Blue light glasses and other lens options
Eyebuydirect's customization extends beyond standard prescription lenses. Blue light filtering, anti-glare coatings and Transitions lenses are among the available options, meaning there are multiple ways to configure a pair around any routine or personal preference. And for fall, that flexibility can make sense as everyday schedules move toward classrooms, remote offices and evenings spent watching TV or using other screens.
Eyebuydirect also offers SunRx and polarized options for shoppers looking for prescription sunglasses or additional sun protection.
Eyebuydirect's Buy 1 Give 1 program
It feels good to purchase with power, and through Eyebuydirect's Buy 1 Give 1 program, one pair of prescription glasses is donated for every order placed. In fact, more than 2 million pairs have been donated through the program.
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This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Refresh your Rx glasses for fall with frames starting at $6
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