Measuring your head for glasses primarily involves taking specific measurements of your face to find frames that fit comfortably and properly. One key measurement focuses on the width of your face across your temples.
Measuring Temple Width for Glasses
According to eyecarecenter.com, a crucial step to find your frame measurement is determining the distance between your temples.
Here's how to do it:
- Hold a ruler: Use a standard ruler with millimetre markings.
- Position the ruler: Hold the ruler horizontally across your face.
- Placement: Position the ruler just below your eyes.
- Measure: Note the distance between your left and right temples.
This distance gives you your temple measurement.
Why This Measurement Matters
The temple measurement you get by measuring horizontally across your face, just below your eyes and between your temples, is vital for selecting glasses. It helps determine the overall width of the frame needed to fit your face without being too tight or too wide. This measurement often correlates with the "frame width" or "temple-to-temple" measurement found on the inside of glasses frames.
| Measurement | Method | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Temple Width | Hold ruler horizontally below eyes, measure distance between temples | Determines appropriate frame width fit |
While temple width is an important factor derived from measuring your face, other measurements like bridge width (across your nose) and temple arm length (along the side of your head) also contribute significantly to a comfortable and well-fitting pair of glasses. However, the reference specifically outlines the method for finding the temple-to-temple distance across your face.
