Kids’ Eyeglasses: Combining Style and Durability
- BY Alyssa Buchanan
- IN Kids
When it comes to our children, we want to provide them with the best—especially in terms of eye care. It’s essential that their eyeglasses withstand the rigors of playground antics while also reflecting their burgeoning personal style. Understanding that, the perfect pair of kids’ eyeglasses balances durability and design, ensuring that children feel confident and parents are reassured of their investment.
Designing for Durability
Durability is a cornerstone when selecting eyewear for children. Active lifestyles demand frames that can bounce back from the occasional tumble. Here’s what to look for when browsing for resilient kids’ eyewear:
- Flexible Frames: Materials like acetate and silicone provide flexibility, reducing the risk of breakage.
- Spring Hinges: These allow the arms of the glasses to flex outward, enduring the rough-and-tumble without bending out of shape.
- Scratch-Resistant Lenses: Kids are not always gentle with their belongings. Scratch-resistant coatings help keep their vision clear despite the inevitable drops and scuffs.
The Style Factor
Children express themselves in many ways, and their glasses can be a key part of that expression. With a myriad of patterns, shapes, and colors, eyewear can be as unique as the child wearing them. Here are a few considerations for finding a pair as stylish as they are practical:
- Bold Colors: Vibrant hues can match your child’s colorful personality or favorite outfits.
- Themed Frames: From superheroes to princesses, themed glasses excite young imaginations.
- Modern Shapes: Whether it’s the classic round or trendy geometric, there’s a shape to match every face and fashion sense.
Protective Features
Beyond style and durability, the health aspect of children’s eyewear cannot be overlooked. Lenses that offer protection against digital eye strain and harmful UV rays are just as important as the frames that hold them. Consider these protective features:
- Blue Light Blocking: With increased screen time, blue light blocking lenses help protect young eyes from digital eye strain.
- UV Protection: Just like skin, children’s eyes need protection from the sun’s harmful rays, making UV-blocking lenses an essential feature.
- Impact Resistance: Polycarbonate lenses are recommended for children due to their high impact resistance, safeguarding against accidents and injuries.
As you navigate the intersection of style, durability, and protection in your child’s eyewear, remember that the perfect pair is a blend of all three. Embracing this trifecta ensures not just a wise investment, but a happy and healthy child ready to take on the world—one stylish, resilient look at a time.
About the Author: Dr. Alyssa Buchanan
Dr. Alyssa Buchanan is an optometrist based in Lubbock, Texas. She received her doctorate from Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, California, and has practiced in various settings including Fort Cavazos where she provided eye care for deploying soldiers. Dr. Buchanan has since received her Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration and continues to strive to provide top-notch eyecare and make a meaningful impact in the eyecare industry.
