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What are rimless glasses?

On rimless glasses, the lens itself is the frame.

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How they are made

The bridge and the temples attach directly to the lenses, usually with tiny screws through small drilled holes. That is why rimless styles are often called drill mounts.

The lens has a shape

Rimless does not mean shapeless. Each lens is cut to a chosen outline with a polished edge, and that cut gives the glasses their character.

Who they suit

Rimless works well on heart-shaped faces because there is no heavy line across the brow. It also suits square faces by adding no hard edges.

Ask about your lenses

Drilling is precise work, and not every lens suits it. Your optometrist can tell you if rimless will work with your prescription.

Put it into practice

Pick your face and season, then style yourself.

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Questions people ask

Are rimless glasses still in style?

They stay popular for anyone who wants their eyewear to almost disappear.

Can any lens be rimless?

Not always. Your optometrist can advise based on your prescription.