6 Websites for Buying Eyeglasses

By Leslie Barrie
January 16, 2015
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The best online stores for scoring cute, affordable eyewear.
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Shop smart for your specs

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Ordering a pair of glasses online isn't a foolhardy move. Our four-eyed staffers tested the latest sites and found six that deliver the perfect pair on the cheap. See for yourself!

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Zenni Optical

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Nab Rx glasses for as little as $7. "I've always wanted an extra pair but wouldn't pay hundreds for it," our tester said.

Eyeglasses No. 677525, $30 (with single-vision prescription lenses);

zennioptical.com.

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Frameri

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Your specs clash with your outfit? Frameri pairs come with poppable lenses; you can snap 'em into other frames!

Tidal Drebbel, $200 (with single-vision prescription lenses);

frameri.com.

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Warby Parker

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Believe the hype: They offer quality specs in hot styles, "like geek-chic," a tester said. Try on five pairs for free at home before you buy.

Duval, $95 (with single-vision prescription lenses);

warbyparker.com.

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39dollarglasses.com

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What a combo: tons of frames and prices that are just as advertised. "I can't tell them apart from my old $400 glasses," a tester raved. Upload your photo for virtual try-ons.

Warhol, $49 (with single-vision prescription lenses);

39dollarglasses.com.

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Coastal

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Crave name-brand frames, like Kate Spade? This is your hub. If you'd prefer a total deal, Coastal has a $49 frame collection.

Joseph Marc 4031, $88 (with single-vision prescription lenses);

coastal.com.

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Classic Specs

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All frames are retro-inspired—think Diane Keaton in Annie Hall—so liking horn-rimmed glasses is almost a must," a tester noted. The free home try-on kit comes with five pairs.

Warwick, $89 (with single-vision prescription lenses);

classicspecs.com.

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