Previously, I had a chance to review a pair of men's eyeglasses from EyeBuyDirect. Since then, I regretted not choosing to select a pair of new glasses for myself because I had been feeling tremendous eye strain. So when EyeBuyDirect offered me a second pair of prescription eyeglasses to review, I jumped at the chance.
Originally I was suppose to order and review glasses with progressive lenses, but after my visit to a new optometrist, I found out I've been wearing bifocals for the past 3 years needlessly. So I ended up ordering a pair of single vision women's glasses courtesy of EyeBuyDirect.
My previous glasses were a small black rimmed style and I wanted to find something similar. Something I did not notice the first time I shopped was that I can search by frame size. That saved me a lot of time. I ended up choosing this pair of black rimmed glasses called Canadian, which sells for $39.95 with prescription single vision lenses included.
What is shown below is the preview of what the glasses would look like on a photo I uploaded and a photo of me with the actual glasses on my face. (I know it looks like two different people. The photo on the left is four years old, but it was the only one I could find that was mostly front-facing.) 
What I thought about my EyeBuyDirect experience:
1) I was pleased that I was able to find a style I liked pretty quickly. The EyeBuyDirect website has many ways to filter and refine your searches.
2) I found having measurements for each style of glasses very helpful. I needed to find a bridge size that was about the same as my previous pair of glasses because my nose just doesn't hold glasses up well, especially if I opt for a non-metal frame.
3) When I was trying the glasses on my photo, I had to guess how large they would be by the size of the bridge. As you can see, I was a little off and the actually glasses are a bit larger than I had guessed.
4) I received the glasses in about two weeks after I ordered them. For this price, I think that is certainly an acceptable amount of time to wait.
5) My glasses sat a little crooked at first because my ears are probably not perfectly symmetrical. I had to adjust the earpieces myself. After a few tries I think I was able to get them to sit somewhat evenly.
6) You must go by the color of the actual product photos. As you can see the glasses appear to be much lighter in the preview photo than they actually are.
7) It was very helpful that I knew to ask my eye doctor to measure my pupillary distance. This is not a measurement that is normally included in your prescription, but you do need it to order your eyeglasses online.
8) I spent hundreds and hundreds of dollars on my previous pair of glasses at the local eyeglass store at the mall. This pair with a UV protective coating, an anti-reflective coating, and an upgrade to thinner lightweight lenses would have cost me under $100. This also included a hard eyeglass case and a microfiber cleaning cloth. I was very happy for all I got for that price.
I have to point out that I did have a chance to experience the level of customer service provided by EyeBuyDirect and I was extremely pleased. When I first received my glasses, the right lens was blurry when I tried them on. So I alerted EyeBuyDirect, who had one of their on-staff opticians call me by phone. We checked to make sure I entered my prescription correctly during the order process. When we agreed that I had, they started an order for a replacement pair of eyeglasses for me. All I had to do was ship the other pair back with delivery confirmation and email customer service with the confirmation number so that they knew the original glasses were on their way back. It took less than 2 weeks for the replacement glasses to arrive and they were perfect.
Overall, I am pleased with my EyeBuyDirect experience. I am glad that I was able to report good things about my product exchange. My glasses are slightly larger than I expected, but I still like them. Oh, and I can see more clearly than I have been able to for quite a few years. That's the important thing, right?
What you can win:
One person will win a pair of eyeglasses from EyeBuyDirect up to $100 (excluding sunglasses and designer frames).
Limitations:
This giveaway is open to U.S. addresses only. You do not need to be a blogger to enter, but you must have a valid email address. If you enter anonymously and do not include a valid email address in your comment entries, I will not be able to notify you should you win this random drawing.
How to Gain Entries:
Take a look at the EyeBuyDirect Wall of Fame. Choose one person's photo for which to leave a comment (nice comments only please). To do so you must login or register. Then leave a comment here with the link to the photo on which you left a comment. You must do this to be eligible to win this contest.
Extra Entries:
1) For an extra entry, leave a separate comment telling me what you (or your loved one) needs glasses for.
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3) Blog about this giveaway linking back to this post AND to EyeBuyDirect.com. Then come back here and leave a separate comment with the link to your blog post.
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5) Tweet about this giveaway linking back to this post. Then come back here and leave the link to your tweet in a separate comment.
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(All entries will be verified prior to awarding this prize.)
Random Drawing:
This contest will be closed on Thursday, May 14th, 2009 at 11:59pm EST. A random number drawing will be held shortly after. The winner will be announced here and will be contact via email or through their blog. If the winner does not respond within 48 hours, a new number will be drawn.
Good luck in the drawing!
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I've ordered 3 pairs of glasses over the last year from online retailers. I've had no problem with the prescription - my vision is perfect with all the glasses. There are quite a few online retailers in addition to EyeBuyDirect. I have used these guys though, and they were good. Check out GlassyEyes http://www.glassyeyes.blogspot.com/ for reviews of various online retailers.
A note about fit. Admittedly, you are taking a bit of a risk with purchasing frames that you haven't tried on before hand. That's why accurate measurements on a frame that you already own that fits your face well is important. The sites will tell you how to do that. If the frame needs adjustment, just go to your Optometrist, who took your prescription, and they'll probably make the adjustments for you (noting of course, that they can't be responsible for the frame if they should happen to damage it though). You might be out of luck though if you got your prescription from a LensCrafters type store, where all their $$ is generated from selling really expensive frames/lenses.
Also, the pupilary distance measurement is important. I didn't have a problem getting it from my Optometrist, but I could imagine resistance from some places. Just be insistent about it. It's part of your prescription, and you have every right to it.
Posted on April 30, 2009 at 6:59 AM
My mom was saying how she needs a pair,so I would def send it to her if I won this.Perfect for a Mother's Day gift :D
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Posted on April 30, 2009 at 9:45 AM
I like Diana's. Her frames are invisible but still look great on her.
Posted on April 30, 2009 at 10:15 AM
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Posted on April 30, 2009 at 11:14 AM
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Posted on April 30, 2009 at 11:29 AM
I need glasses because I'm very nearsighted.
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Posted on April 30, 2009 at 11:43 AM
Since I need new glasses i decided to upload my own pic and try out some glasses. So far I like the pepper frame.
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Posted on April 30, 2009 at 2:57 PM
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Posted on April 30, 2009 at 5:40 PM
My husband is the one who needs new glasses. He liked the Duke
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Posted on May 1, 2009 at 6:00 AM
My husband needs them most for driving. His last pair were lost in a car fire and he really needs a new pair
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I commented on the wall of fame http://www.eyebuydirect.com/wall-of-frames-profile-16485.html
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Posted on May 1, 2009 at 6:10 AM
I am a subscriber.
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Posted on May 1, 2009 at 6:11 AM
I like the Mirabella!
Posted on May 1, 2009 at 8:06 AM
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Posted on May 1, 2009 at 8:22 AM
I need new glasses for the computer. I just had my exam this week.
Posted on May 1, 2009 at 8:23 AM
I like the frames on Diana. Here is the link to my post. Thank you
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Posted on May 1, 2009 at 11:28 AM
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Posted on May 1, 2009 at 2:21 PM
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Posted on May 2, 2009 at 1:30 AM
I need glasses so bad, I havent had my eyes checked in over 15 yrs, am diabetic, but our insurance changed and hardly anythings covered anymore fully including medical, dental or eye so this would be a fabulous win for me!
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Posted on May 2, 2009 at 2:03 AM
I need glasses for close up reading. (books, labels, etc.)
Posted on May 2, 2009 at 2:04 AM
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Posted on May 2, 2009 at 3:32 AM
I'M NEEDING A PAIR OF NEW GLASSES BECAUSE I SAT ON MINE AND THEY ARE OUT OF WHACK . IT'S WAY PAST TIME FOR A NEW PR SO HERE'S HOPING I WIN THIS VERY USEFUL AND WONDERFUL GIVEAWAY:)
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Posted on May 2, 2009 at 5:59 AM
I think Rita's frames look awesome on her.
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Posted on May 2, 2009 at 10:27 AM
i have had to wear my glasses after not wearing them for years because my eyes are really dry while pregnant and the glasses are almost shot.
Posted on May 3, 2009 at 6:39 PM
I voted for Cheryl's Eyetry Picture!!
Posted on May 3, 2009 at 10:13 PM
I'm so sorry I forgot to leave the link..
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Posted on May 3, 2009 at 10:16 PM
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Posted on May 4, 2009 at 7:41 AM
I like the Duchess
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Posted on May 4, 2009 at 11:55 AM
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Posted on May 4, 2009 at 10:46 PM
I like the pepper frame. If I win, then I'll send prescribtion. I was in singapore for 9 yrs and came to US one year back.
I need glass badly as I've short-sight and I can be comfortable to read my pc at late nights and wear it when I travel or shop.
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Posted on May 5, 2009 at 11:24 AM
the pic of diana is nice.
Posted on May 7, 2009 at 7:38 AM
Terrific
Posted on May 8, 2009 at 9:51 AM
I left a comment for Margaret, They looked good.. Thanks!
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Posted on May 8, 2009 at 1:15 PM
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Posted on May 8, 2009 at 7:51 PM
I commented here:
http://www.eyebuydirect.com/wall-of-frames-profile-16644.html
I hope I can find frames that are as flattering to me! Right now I'm wearing a really old pair because my DD broke my most current pair so I could really put this to good use!
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Posted on May 11, 2009 at 11:11 PM
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Posted on May 13, 2009 at 6:52 AM
I left a comment on Tracee try on at http://www.eyebuydirect.com/share/DAqilPOrbi7Y7t2
Thanks
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Posted on May 13, 2009 at 7:14 AM
I need to read ,my eyes get tired . I don't have prescription glasses ,I just need for reading
I love the style Gaynor
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Posted on May 13, 2009 at 7:18 AM
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Posted on May 13, 2009 at 3:39 PM
I'm so glad you reviewed this site as I REALLY need some new glasses. A couple months ago I dropped one pair on the floor at work and one of the temples broke off. Luckily, it's a plastic frame and made a clean break so I Super Glued it. But they're now kinda freaky looking. Then, this past weekend, I had my back-up pair on top of my head while working on something (I only need them for distance, not close-up). When I put them back on my eyes, one of the lenses was gone! I've looked all over the house, but who knows where that darned thing fell out!
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Posted on May 13, 2009 at 3:42 PM
I really like: Merlin - Green - Rimless Eyeglasses.
Posted on May 13, 2009 at 10:17 PM
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Posted on May 13, 2009 at 10:20 PM
I posted a photo on Luis' photo here:
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Posted on May 13, 2009 at 11:11 PM
I left a comment on this photo on the Wall of Frames (as Geoff): http://www.eyebuydirect.com/wall-of-frames-profile-11253.html
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Posted on May 14, 2009 at 9:57 AM
My dad really needs glasses to read and drive at night, but I know he's been reluctant to take that step -- if I'm lucky enough to win, I bet I could use free glasses as an incentive for him to finally get them!
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Posted on May 14, 2009 at 9:58 AM
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Posted on May 14, 2009 at 10:13 AM
I left a comment on Amy's Eyetry Picture
http://www.eyebuydirect.com/wall-of-frames-profile-16819.html
my comment is under the name Tammy
These really look great on you bring out the color in your eyes
Thank you
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Posted on May 14, 2009 at 11:47 AM
I have been wearing coke bottle lenses since I was 5 years old, I've prayed my whole life for a cure. Sadly my eyes are to bad for Lasik, my only cure would be lenses implants. Also sadly I have had to deal with horrid remarks about how bad my eyes are. I need a new pair of glasses so bad, I'm so afraid of getting the news that my eyes have even gotten worse and the cost to buy my glasses averages around 400.00 a pair, being unemployed I just can't afford so this would be a godsend to win the prize. I liked the Leaf Old Rose Metal Eyeglasses, since my lenses are so heavy the smaller the lenses the lighter, and metal last longer then plastic frames.
Thank you so much..
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Posted on May 14, 2009 at 11:54 AM
I commented on this picture.
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Posted on May 14, 2009 at 3:20 PM
I need glasses for reading and for the computer because I work at one for 8 hours a day.
Posted on May 14, 2009 at 3:21 PM
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Posted on May 14, 2009 at 3:25 PM
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Posted on May 14, 2009 at 3:45 PM
My glasses are very outdated and the prescription is old, but I haven't had the money to go ahead and get them changed.
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Posted on May 14, 2009 at 3:47 PM
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Posted on May 14, 2009 at 3:58 PM
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