Sharing my experience with an online store

[GilbertmoP]

I am still learning and testing different brands and styles over time. For coats and blazers I usually go one size up if I want to layer sweaters under them. Bad lenses can cause eye strain, reflections and headache when you wear them for hours. If the first order is a disaster, I prefer to move on and not waste time with support.

If anyone is interested in real user experiences, I sometimes write short notes about the shops I test.
You can find one of the pages here:

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Some care only about style, others focus on comfort and durability. Loose hinges make the glasses slide down the nose again and again. Jewelry is another category where quality can be very different from photos. Sometimes I even measure an existing frame with a ruler before ordering anything new. Taking a few minutes to research before buying can save a lot of money and frustration. In the end it is all about finding what matches your own habits and lifestyle. The same is true for metal versus acetate frames for glasses.

Hope this helps someone.