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The interpretation here varies greatly depending on the circumstances. In your dream, to notice glasses on someone who normally doesn't wear them signifies a need on your part to take firm action in ending a relationship you no longer want. To find spectacles or try them on predicts unexpected profit through a friend or a successful gamble. Dark (or sun) glasses in a dream indicate a need for a change from routine; try a new hobby.

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We don't sell eye glasses, but we do have the information you need to make educated decisions about purchasing eye glasses -- both eyeglass frames and lenses. Let us help you...

All About eye glasses puts you in touch with the resources you need to demystify the process of buying eyeglass frames and eyeglass lenses. We'll help you understand the perils and benefits of online eyewear purchasing; the differences in eyeglass frame prices; how to choose frames that complement your facial features; what's new and current in eyewear fashion including designer eye glasses; the differences in eyeglass lenses such as multifocals, progressives, polycarbonate and high-index; types of lens coatings such as antireflective and UV-blocking. We'll also put you in touch with manufacturers of eyeglass frames and eyeglass lenses, so you may learn more about their products.

Lenses for eye glasses

Buying eyeglass lenses requires making decisions about the design of the lenses, the lens material, and any coatings you may want applied to the lens. A good place to start is an overview of eyeglass lens options from the Opticians Association of America.

Lens Designs

Lens design is a decision that's probably made for you. Most people get either single-vision lenses (to correct nearsightedness, for example) or bifocal lenses. Bifocals and other multifocals correct more than one vision problem, such as nearsightedness and presbyopia (an age-related inability to focus on close work).

Many people who require bifocals or multifocals opt for progressive lenses. Progressives have a smooth progression of optical power, enabling you to see at intermediate distances as well as near and far. Another advantage is that they don't have bifocal lines, which can be unattractive and a tell-tale sign of age! Still others prefer reading glasses; the market has grown in leaps and bounds now that baby-boomers are wearing them and a wide variety of styles is available.

Lens Materials

Three factors will drive your decision on eyeglass lens materials: appearance, function and safety.

To look good, you'll want your lenses as thin as possible. An excellent choice is high-index lenses. People with strong prescriptions love them because not only do they get rid of the hated "Coke-bottle" appearance, but they're also lighter to wear. No more sore nose!

Tired of the hassle of switching between your eye glasses and your sunglasses? Maybe you wrestle with sunglass clip-ons instead. You might want to look into photochromic lenses, which automatically darken when you go outdoors and return to normal when you go back in. Think they don't work quickly enough? Actually, today's photochromic lenses are way faster than the ones from years back.

When safety is an issue, you must use polycarbonate: it is an extremely impact-resistant material, so it's ideal for sports and for kids' eye glasses. Read why polycarbonate is the safest eyeglass lens material. The American Academy of Ophthalmology has information about the best ways to prevent eye injuries during sports. You can also get information from Prevent Blindness America.

Lens Coatings

Coatings can be for fashion and/or function. Antireflective coatings are both: they help you to see through the lenses better and keep glare from obscuring your beautiful eyes from others. Scratch-resistant coatings are particularly handy for plastic lenses: while plastic is nice and light, it's more scratch-prone than glass. UV coating protects your eyes from the sun's harmful rays; you can get it in both tinted and clear lenses. Fashionable mirror coatings come in many colors and prevent people from seeing your eyes.