Frames

FRAME MATERIALS AND DESIGNS

Metal frames are made from non-allergenic titanium or stainless steel, or monel metal, a nickel based alloy with excellent properties for frame manufacture. New colourings are particularly attractive, with a choice of matching plastic temples (the sides, or arms) to set off a perfect design. Most metal frames can be repaired if broken.

Plastic frames are in vogue again, after years with the market dominated by metal. Modern plastic materials give properties to plastic frames that can't be found in metal frames. Softer colour blends and better comfort are attributes of many plastic frames.

Semi-rimless. By combining a transparent nylon cord around the lower rim, frames can be made with metal or plastic combinations to give a rimless appearance without the breakage so common with full rimless mounts.
Very current!

Rimless may not be the ideal choice if you want one pair of glasses. With more difficulty fitting, and a higher breakage rate, rimless is better used for dress wear. For evening, they are still very special, and make an excellent second pair.

We'll make sure that you look great with your new frames, chosen from over 500 in stock and as a special service we will bring others from our suppliers if you have special requests.
We're delighted to see fashions moving back towards larger frames. You'll get a much better field of vision when you don't see the rims of your frames.

We select the best from the ranges of the world's best designers and manufacturers. You know brands such as Adidas, Laura Ashley, FCUK, Dior, Gucci, La Font, Hugo Boss, Ted Baker, Diesel, and Nicole Miller but some of the most fashionable frames come from manufacturers who specialise in spectacle frame design. Silhouette, Rodenstock, Metzler, Charmant, Aristar, Stepper, Luxottica, Safilo, and Blue Bay are some of the brands well worth noting. For children, Barbie is popular. Come and visit our extensive upstairs display, where you have privacy to view in a relaxed environment. You'll be glad you did! Our stock is right up to date with international trends.

Fashions change from year to year. Our assistants will give you excellent support as you choose your own unique style from the new ranges to make you feel 'just right'.