Top 5 Questions to Ask When Choosing Your Next Pair of Glasses

Selecting the right pair of glasses is about more than just vision correction. It’s about expressing your personality, lifestyle, and comfort. We guide each guest through a personalized experience that blends design, craftsmanship, and clarity here at MEGANE Elevated Optical in Costa Mesa. Whether you live in Newport Beach, work in Irvine, or stroll through the boutiques of Paseo 17, these five questions will help you choose eyewear that truly fits you.

1. What Does My Day-to-Day Look Like?

Your daily routine plays a big role in choosing frames and lenses. Do you spend long hours in front of screens? You may benefit from super lightweight titanium frames or lenses that ease digital eye strain. Drive frequently or enjoy the beach? Then we'd recommend Frames that don't slide down your nose, or polarized/photochromic lenses to reduce glare and enhance outdoor comfort. At MEGANE, we start by understanding your lifestyle before we ever talk about style.

2. How Do I Want My Frames to Feel and Look?

The best eyewear is so comfortable, it feels like you are not wearing anything - light, balanced, and naturally flattering. Japanese eyewear brands like EYEVAN and YUICHI TOYAMA focus on invisible comfort through fine adjustments and handcrafted balance, while independent labels like NYBK, Garrett Leight, Moscot, Celine, and Loewe bring creative expression and modern personality into your style. We’ll help you find a frame that matches and elevates your style.

3. Does the Fit Match My Face Shape and Bridge Height?

Easy guide: if you have angular features, go for softer frame shapes, Unless you want to emphasize your strong features. If you have rounder features, introduce more angles to add balance. Think about if you would like to hide or show certain things like your eyebrows, eyebags, or freckles. Bolder frames may hide more, but they can also draw more attention to certain areas. Proper fit changes everything. Many of our Japanese eyewear and NYBK frames include adjustable nose pads for a perfect custom fit - crafted to match diverse face shapes found throughout Orange county. If you struggle with sliding frames or have a Low-bridge, adjustable nosepads or different molded bridge size options ensure frames sit comfortably without sliding, pinching, or touching your cheeks. If Your have a larger head and need "bigger frames" - we can help with that, too - larger & more comfortable bridges and temples are available. We’ll help you find a frame that complements your features and feels effortless to wear.

4. Am I Choosing Quality That Lasts?

A beautifully handmade frame is an investment that will last. Look for independent brands that use premium acetates, titanium, and sustainable materials. Every handcrafted frame goes through hundreds of manual steps, often taking up to six months from concept to completion - ensuring durability, precision, and artistry that mass-produced frames simply can’t match. Frames that are tired after a few month of wearing aren't good quality. Quality eyewear will maintain the same form for years.

5. What Lens Options Are Right for Me?

Not all lenses are created equally. Ask about quality, clarity, coatings, and durability. We offer customizable options in each tier, starting from Standard, Premium, up to Elite Lenses, using the best of the best Lens Brands - HOYA, Zeiss, & Seiko Lenses. Having a good anti-reflective coatings to protect against glare, reflections, dust, smudges, and UV rays also makes a big difference in your visual clarity. If you need to update your prescription lenses or replaced scratched lenses, our in-house lab provides same-day service whenever possible, so you can see clearly without waiting weeks.

Experience Eyewear That Feels Personal

At MEGANE Elevated Optical, every fitting is a dialogue - not a transaction. We’ll walk you through the brand stories, best frame for you, lens options, and make any fitting adjustments, to help you find glasses that enhance your vision, feel great and reflect your individuality.

Visit us in Costa Mesa’s Paseo 17 and discover why locals from Newport Beach to Irvine trust MEGANE for their eyewear and lens replacement needs.

- Josh & Ash
MEGANE Elevated Optical