Contacts to Glasses: My Sizing Journey

After years of wearing contacts, I switched to glasses full-time. Finding the right frame size was challenging because I had no reference point for what fit properly.

Starting From Zero

I wore contacts for 15 years. When I decided to switch to glasses, I had no idea what frame size would work for me. My last glasses were from high school, and my face had changed completely.

My First Mistake

I bought frames based on style alone, ignoring measurements. They were 48-16-135 - too small for my adult face. They pinched my temples and looked tiny.

Learning About Measurements

I started researching frame sizing. I measured my face width, pupillary distance, and temple length. This gave me a starting point: 52-18-140 seemed right for my measurements.

Face Measurements I Took

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• Face width at temples: 140mm
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• Pupillary distance: 64mm
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• Temple to ear length: 140mm
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My Second Attempt

Armed with measurements, I tried 52-18-140 frames. Much better. They fit comfortably and looked proportional to my face. This became my baseline size.

Adjusting to Wearing Glasses

After contacts, glasses felt strange at first. The frames on my face were noticeable. Proper sizing made the adjustment easier - well-fitted frames are less intrusive.

Weight Sensitivity

Coming from contacts, I was sensitive to frame weight. I chose lightweight frames in my size. Heavier frames felt uncomfortable because I wasn't used to anything on my face.

Vision Differences

Glasses provide a different field of view than contacts. The frame size affects this. My 52mm lens width gives me good peripheral vision without the frames being too large.

The Result

Comfortable transition from contacts to glasses. The right frame size made all the difference in adapting to full-time glasses wear.