Finding sunglasses that fit comfortably and stay in place can be a challenge, especially if you have a low nose bridge. While many brands offer "low nose bridge" or "Asian fit" sunglasses, these options often fall short, with common issues like slipping down your nose or sitting awkwardly on your face. Here’s how to determine if you have a low nose bridge.
The nose bridge is the bony part at the top of your nose, situated between your eyes. It’s where your sunglasses should naturally rest. If you have a low nose bridge, it sits at or below the level of your pupils. Many sunglasses aren’t designed with this in mind, leading to common issues like glasses slipping down your nose or resting too close to your cheeks, especially when you smile.
The fit of your sunglasses is crucial—not just for comfort, but for how well they protect your eyes and how stylish they look. If your sunglasses don’t fit properly, they can slide down, requiring constant adjustment, or sit too low, which can be uncomfortable, distracting, or even dangerous for athletes. Many brands market their sunglasses as "low nose bridge fit" or "Asian fit," but they often don’t fully address these issues, leaving you frustrated with eyewear that doesn’t stay in place.
Here’s a simple method to check if you have a low nose bridge:
1. Use a Mirror or Your Phone’s Camera
Stand in front of a mirror or use your phone’s front camera. Make sure you have good lighting so you can clearly see your face.
2. Focus on the Pupils of Your Eyes
Look straight ahead and locate the center of your eyes, where your pupils are.
3. Check the Position of Your Nose Bridge
Observe where the bridge of your nose sits in relation to your pupils. Your nose bridge is the upper bony part of your nose that is between your eyes. If your nose bridge is even with your pupils or slightly deeper set in the face than your pupils, than you have a low nose bridge.
If you have a hard time observing the height of your nose bridge from the front, you may want to take a picture of your side profile with your phone. Once you take a picture of your profile, look at the image and determine if the eye farther from the camera is obscured by your nose bridge. If it's not and you can see the farther eye, you likely have a low nose bridge.
4. Evaluate Your Current Sunglass Fit
Notice how your current sunglasses fit. Do they slip down your nose frequently or rest too low on your face? If so, you probably have a low nose bridge and need sunglasses designed to properly accommodate this common feature.
At Journey Optics, we understand the frustration of dealing with ill-fitting sunglasses, especially when you have a low nose bridge. Unlike other brands that claim to offer solutions but still leave you adjusting your glasses all day, our sunglasses are meticulously designed, tested, and proven to fit securely and comfortably on low nose bridges. We don’t just market a "fit"—we deliver on our promise, ensuring that your sunglasses stay in place and provide the comfort and protection you need.
Understanding whether you have a low nose bridge is key to finding sunglasses that actually fit and feel comfortable. While many brands claim to cater to low nose bridges, Journey Optics stands out as the only brand that has truly solved the common issues with fit. By following this simple self-test, you can determine your nose bridge type and choose sunglasses that won’t disappoint. With Journey Optics, you’re not just buying sunglasses—you’re investing in eyewear that’s designed to keep up with you, no matter where your journey takes you.
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