When you have a low nose bridge, standard frames may leave dents on your cheeks, make your lenses fog up or cause the frames to slide down. If this sounds like your experience, you might benefit from glasses with our Elevated Fit®.
Three elements help glasses fit securely — the nose pads, frame curvature and nose bridge. People with low nose bridges need specs that align with their facial structures for a secure, stylish fit. The ideal option is low bridge fit glasses.
What are low bridge fit glasses? Find out with Covry.
Low Bridge Fit Meaning
Low bridge fit is an alternative fit for people with a lower nose bridge. People with higher cheekbones also find low bridge fit glasses more secure and comfortable. These glasses are specially designed to sit higher on your nose without sliding down or hitting your face when you move, talk or smile wide — boosting your comfort and your confidence.
With low bridge fit frames, you can wear your glasses all day long and barely realize they're there.
How to Tell if You Have a Low Nose Bridge
Your nose bridge is the bony part of your nose. To see if you have a low nose bridge, place your finger horizontally across your nose bridge. If your finger sits below or in line with your pupils, you have a low nose bridge.
Factors to Consider When Shopping for a Low Bridge Fit
When shopping for low bridge fit specs, comfort should be your focus. Keep an eye out for the characteristics that separate comfortable low bridge frames from standard ones:
- Longer nose pads: Low bridge fit specs have larger nose mount pads, helping to lift the frames off your cheekbones and away from your eyelashes.
- Reduced frame curvature: A low bridge fit design should also have reduced frame curvature to keep frames from touching your cheeks.
- Narrowed nose bridge: Look for a narrower nose bridge to reduce the chances of your specs sliding down your nose.
Covry Tip: Your glasses should sit comfortably on your nose, not your cheeks. When your specs rest comfortably on your nose and don't move when you do, you've found the right pair.
How to Choose Low Bridge Fit Glasses
Your glasses form part of your style. They help you express yourself. While selecting a style based on what suits your features is a good idea, you should also love the frames you choose. Try on several pairs to see what designs appeal to you — you'll know the right pair when you see them!
Just make sure to check that your chosen pair also sits right. Your glasses should sit securely on either side of your nose and not on the slope. This position improves their stability and reduces red marks from skin contact. They shouldn't slide down when you move your head, and they shouldn't rest on your cheeks when you smile.
Covry Tip: Use our home try-on services to find your ideal frames from the comfort of your home. Simply choose five frames and test them out to see which ones feel the most you.
Styling Tips for Low Nose Bridges
Ready to individualize your specs? Here are some styling tips to follow while you select frames that speak to your unique style:
- Bold colors: Bold and vibrant colors draw attention to your eyes while adding a pop of personality to your specs.
- Clear frames: Translucent frames can match any outfit, giving you a chic, modern look.
- Patterned frames: For an added touch of style and sophistication, opt for frames with interesting patterns like stripes or tortoiseshell.
- Metal frames: Metal frames are timeless and elegant, complementing any attire.
- Unique shapes: From perfectly round to cat-eye designs, unique shapes can highlight your facial features. Oversized frames can help balance your facial proportions and give you a trendy, bold look.
You can also shop for frames that complement your face shape:
- Round face: Big, bold frames will balance out the soft features of a round face, drawing attention to your eyes.
- Square face: Soften a square face's sharp angles with curved frames, such as a classic cat-eye, round or oval pair of specs.
- Oval face: Nearly any frame shape suits an oval face, especially aviators or rectangular shapes.
- Heart face: Choose a frame wider than your forehead if you have a heart-shaped face. Cat eye or rectangular frames are good options for you.
Covry Tip: Low bridge fit frames can suit any face shape, so pick a style that speaks to you and frame colors that complement your skin tone. Warm-toned skin, for example, pairs wonderfully with browns and tortoiseshell frames.
Maintenance and Care
Low bridge glasses need the same care as regular frames. Handle them carefully by using both hands to take them on or off, and regularly check them for damage. Follow these tips to keep your specs in good shape:
- Clean regularly: Use lens cleaners and a microfiber cloth to keep dust and smudges off your lenses.
- Store properly: Protect your glasses by keeping them in a hard case when you are not using them.
- Avoid heat: High temperatures can warp your frames and damage lenses, so never leave your specs in hot places, like your car on a warm day.
Covry Tip: Avoid using paper towels or clothing to clean your lenses. These materials can cause micro-abrasions that damage your lenses.
Try Elevated Fit® Specs Designed for Comfort
If your frames slide down or hit your face when you smile, consider making the switch to low bridge fit frames, our take on Asian Fit eyewear. They'll sit higher and more securely on your nose — increasing your everyday eyewear comfort.
Covry manufactures inclusive specs and sunwear that celebrates faces of all shapes and sizes. We have the best glasses for a low nose bridge, and our signature Elevated Fit® eyewear offers longer nose pads, reduced frame curvature and a narrowed nose bridge. We are committed to your comfort because we know just how frustrating ill-fitting glasses can be.
All our prescription lenses go through a 10-step coating process to reduce glare, scratches, smudges and dust. You can upgrade your lenses further with blue light protection, photochromic lenses and polarization.
Discover our range of inclusive eyewear today. To find the right frames for you, take advantage of our try-on services at home or at our flagship store in Costa Mesa, CA.
