Well, readers, the time has come. After nearly 28 years of living glasses-free, my most recent eye doctor appointment resulted in a necessary prescription. Not to be totally dramatic, but it feels as if a whole new world has opened up for me. I have one shot at picking the glasses that I will wear daily and the pressure is on to find a pair that represents my style. The options at my doctor's office were both expensive and not up to par sartorially, so I've reached out to my fellow editors and content creators to see where they're picking up stylish eyewear for fall. The answer was none other than Walmart, where the styles are fashionable and the online ordering process is seamless. Thanks to the online experience with the virtual try-on feature, getting new glasses is easier than ever—all you have to do is choose your frames, upload your prescription, and hit purchase. Gone are the days of glasses hindering your personal style. Now, they're enhancing it. Shop editors' and content creators' top picks for new prescription eyewear just in time for the new season ahead.
"I've been wearing prescription glasses for about 15 years now, so I know firsthand how daunting shopping for a new pair can be. Which style do I pick? Do I go for a print? Should I stick to the basics? The questions never end, but right now I'm sold on oversize frames that pack a punch. These tortoise shell frames tap into the animal print trend in a subtle and wearable way. I have a round face so I tend to go for square-shaped frames to balance out my features. I love that I can use my prescription glasses to spice up my looks instead of taking away from them. Now that academic dressing is in, I feel especially on-trend in these." — Aniyah Morinia, branded content editor
"Prescription glasses are a necessity for me, so it's important that this accessory reflects who I am. Purchasing new frames can be quite expensive (and even limiting in some instances). Walmart provides accessible, brand-name frames that still match my personal style. The ability to shop from home with the virtual try-on [feature] brings the gift of vision to so many who, without this service, [might not get] the prescription eyewear they need." — Stephany Faublas, content creator
"As someone who wears prescription glasses almost every day, I don't even think of them as being a function-only accessory. Yes, they do their job, but more than that, eyeglasses are yet another opportunity to show off my personal style. The sheer number of classic and chic options through Walmart cannot be underestimated. From rosy frames like mine to tortoiseshell and wire-frame pairs, [these styles] have all the bases covered." — Anna LaPlaca, senior fashion editor
"My style can best be described as traditional with a twist, and these frames from Walmart exemplify this in that they are both classic and fun. Glasses, though a necessity, are still an accessory that needs to be a reflection of your personal style. Whether [your style is] traditional or funky, retro or romantic, Walmart has something for everyone." — Meeghan Mullin, content creator
