What Are Optical Frames?

Optical frames are glasses frames designed to hold prescription or non-prescription optical lenses. Once you have selected your preferred frame, an optometrist or optical dispenser can fit the appropriate lenses according to your prescription.

When searching for prescription glasses frames, it is worth considering much more than just your prescription. Frame shape, size, colour, material and overall design can all influence how your glasses look and feel.

Because glasses are often worn every day, choosing a frame that reflects your personal style can be just as important as choosing any other fashion accessory.

Choosing the Right Optical Glasses for Your Face

There is no single frame shape that everyone needs to follow. Personal style should always come first. However, different frame shapes can create very different looks.

Round Optical Glasses

Round optical glasses offer a distinctive, creative appearance and work particularly well for people looking for something different from conventional eyewear.

Round frames can soften more angular facial features while also creating a vintage-inspired or contemporary European look depending on the colour and thickness of the frame.

Rectangular Optical Frames

Rectangular optical frames are one of the most versatile eyewear styles. Their defined lines provide a clean and structured appearance that can easily transition between professional and casual settings.

If you prefer eyewear that feels contemporary but is still easy to wear every day, rectangular frames are an excellent style to consider.

Oval Optical Frames

Oval optical frames sit between round and rectangular designs. Their softer curves provide a balanced appearance and can be a great option for anyone who wants something subtle without choosing a completely traditional frame shape.

Big Frame Optical Glasses: Make Your Eyewear a Feature

Eyewear does not have to disappear into your face. One of the strongest trends in modern eyewear is using glasses as a statement accessory.

Big frame optical glasses create a bold silhouette and allow colour, shape and frame design to become much more noticeable. Oversized frames can work especially well if you want your prescription glasses to become part of your overall outfit rather than simply serving a functional purpose.

Larger frames are available across round, square and rectangular shapes, so choosing a bigger frame does not necessarily mean committing to one particular aesthetic.

Wide Optical Frames and Finding the Right Fit

Style is important, but your glasses also need to fit properly. Wide optical frames can provide a more comfortable option for people who find standard frames too narrow around the temples.

When trying on a frame, pay attention to how it sits across your nose and temples. The frame should feel secure without creating excessive pressure.

Frame measurements can differ considerably between styles, which is why it is worth comparing the dimensions of a new frame with a pair of glasses that already fits you comfortably.

Men's Optical Glasses: Moving Beyond Traditional Frames

Men's eyewear has traditionally centred around simple black, brown or metal frames. Today, however, there is far greater choice.

Modern men's optical glasses can incorporate distinctive acetate colours, transparent finishes, oversized silhouettes and unusual frame shapes while remaining suitable for everyday wear.

For those searching for designer optical frames for men, European eyewear can be particularly appealing because it combines fashion-led design with practical everyday styling.

Whether you prefer subtle rectangular glasses or colourful statement frames, men's optical eyewear is increasingly becoming an opportunity to express individual style.

Why Choose Cellulose Acetate Optical Frames?

Material can make a significant difference to the appearance and feel of your glasses. MR.BOHO frames use cellulose acetate, a material widely used within quality eyewear design.

Acetate allows eyewear designers to create distinctive colours, patterns, transparencies and thicker frame profiles that are difficult to achieve with simple metal frames.

This makes acetate particularly suited to people looking for cool optical frames that offer something more distinctive than conventional eyewear.

Choosing Prescription Glasses Frames

If you need prescription glasses, your first consideration should be making sure your selected frame is suitable for your required lenses. Your optometrist or optical dispenser can advise you on lens compatibility based on your prescription.

Once those practical requirements are considered, you can focus on finding prescription glasses frames that suit your style.

When comparing frames, consider:

• The overall width of the frame
• The shape of the lenses
• How the bridge sits on your nose
• The length and fit of the temples
• The colour of the frame against your complexion
• Whether you prefer subtle or statement eyewear
• How the frame works with your everyday wardrobe

Your glasses may be one of the accessories you wear most frequently, so it is worth choosing a frame you genuinely enjoy wearing.

Designer Optical Frames Created in Spain

MR.BOHO was founded in Madrid in 2013 with a focus on creating accessible, contemporary European eyewear.

Our optical collection combines Spanish design with distinctive colours and shapes for people who want their glasses to have personality.

Rather than treating eyewear purely as a necessity, MR.BOHO approaches optical glasses as a fashion accessory that can complement the rest of your wardrobe.

From clean rectangular designs to oversized, round and colourful acetate frames, our collections offer an alternative to traditional optical eyewear.

Optical Frames in Australia: Dare to Choose Something Different

Australians looking for optical frames in Australia now have access to a much broader range of international eyewear styles.

MR.BOHO brings Spanish-designed eyewear to Australia and New Zealand, offering customers the opportunity to discover European frame designs without needing to shop overseas.

Whether you are looking for round optical glasses, oval optical frames, rectangular optical frames or a bold oversized design, choosing a distinctive frame can transform prescription eyewear into part of your personal style.

Dare to be different and discover optical frames designed to be seen.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Optical Frames

What is the difference between optical frames and prescription glasses?

Optical frames are the physical frames designed to hold optical lenses. Prescription glasses combine an optical frame with lenses manufactured according to an individual's prescription.

Can optical frames be fitted with prescription lenses?

Many optical frames can be fitted with prescription lenses. Lens suitability depends on factors including your prescription and the frame design, so your optometrist or optical dispenser should confirm compatibility.

What optical frame shape should I choose?

The best frame depends on your preferred style, facial proportions and fit. Round, oval and rectangular optical frames all create different looks, so trying several shapes can help you find the style you prefer.

Are large optical frames fashionable?

Oversized and big frame optical glasses have become a popular way to make eyewear a more noticeable part of an outfit. Larger frames are available in many different shapes and colours.

Where can I find designer optical frames in Australia?

MR.BOHO offers a collection of Spanish-designed optical frames in Australia and New Zealand, including contemporary acetate frames in a variety of shapes, colours and sizes.