7 Indispensible Reading Glasses
Stylish prints, patterns, and colors give these readers a modern point of view.
By Kelly L. Phillips
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Love these racy, checker-patterned readers? Send in your Rx to have a pair made for everyday wear too.
"Sherry" Checkered Arms handmade reading glasses, Corrine McCormack, $37; qvc.com, or 212/868-7919 for purchase
This half-eye reader is shatter-resistant, and comes with a matching durable neoprene case.
Perfect Vision "U" Pocket reading glasses, Cliff Weil, $14; 800/446-9345 or info@cliffweil.com for independent retailers
Pick up on the floral fad with these whimsical flower-studded readers.
"Tranquil Eyes" reading glasses, California Accessories, $19; 800/523-5567 for availability
This company's readers are modeled after high-fashion eyewear shapes -- like cat eyes -- in can't-miss-'em colors.
(Top) "Trendies 131" reading glasses, Cinzia Designs, $18; cinziadesigns.com. (Bottom) "Gossip" reading glasses, Cinzia Designs, $38; cinziadesigns.com
Go exotic with these subtle cheetah-print reading glasses.
"Cheetah Print" reader, Zoom Eyeworks, $20; at West Coast CVS and RiteAid stores only; similar styles at Wal-Mart stores nationwide
