Why You Should Have a Backup Pair of Glasses
If you need glasses to drive, work or read, a backup pair is cheap insurance. Here is why it makes sense and how to pick one.
Accidents happen
Glasses get sat on, dropped or lost. Without a spare pair you may be unable to drive or work until a replacement arrives.
Different glasses for different moments
Many people use their backup as a second style: a bolder color for weekends, prescription sunglasses, or a computer pair with a blue light filter.
How to choose a backup
Use the same prescription and PD. A simple, durable frame (TR-90 or acetate) with standard lenses keeps the cost low.
Frequently asked questions
Can my backup pair be cheaper?
Yes. A simple frame with single-vision standard lenses works well as a spare.
Where should I keep it?
In a hard case at home, in your car or at work, wherever losing your main pair would hurt most.
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This guide is for information only and does not replace an eye exam. If you have eye pain, sudden vision loss or flashes of light, see a doctor right away.