The arm length and bridge width will determine the fit and comfort of the frames. The frame width can determine comfort and pressure on the temples. As a general rule of thumb, people with wider faces suit wider frames. These 3 measurements do not need to match exactly, but if they are close to your current glasses, they will have a similar fit.

The frame depth and lens diameter can influence the style of the glasses. Accordingly reading glasses can be quite shallow as it is useful to be able to look over the glasses to view the distance clearly. As the distance can be very blurry through reading glasses.

If you follow our tips the vast majority of frames will fit well. If you need a minor adjustment (such as adjusting ear pieces), most optometrists will do this for you.

How it Works
Once you have a copy of your current prescription, you are ready to order your glasses with Only Specs.

Obtaining your prescription:

Most optometrists will offer FREE (bulk billed through Medicare) eye consultations to all eligible cardholders every 2 years. Simply visit your local optometrist for an eye test and obtain your prescription.
It is Law that the optometrist must provide you with a clear, readable copy of your prescription if you ask for it. Please ask them to include your pupillary distance (or PD) with your prescription.

Alternatively, you may use a previous prescription so long as it is not more than 2 years old.

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Please ensure that everything that is written on your prescription is relayed to us, either through the online form, fax, or over the phone. If you are unsure how to input the information or it is unclear please don’t hesitate to contact us via email or Ph 0400 715 846, Fax 07 5442 2154.

Choosing your frame
We have a wide selection of high quality glasses frames to choose from, including budget, stylish, semi-rimless, bendable, safety glasses and sunglasses (just click one of the images & then select Lens options).

Ensuring the comfort of your new glasses

If the frame you choose has similar dimensions to your current glasses, it will have a similar fit. Simply compare the frame measurements we provide with those written on your glasses. If you need a minor adjustment (such as the fit behind the ears), most optometrists will do this for you.

Lenses
Single Vision lenses can be made to correct either short-sightedness or long-sightedness.

Options: All our prescription glasses come with a free anti-scratch coating. Options include an anti-reflective coating, UV protection, sunglasses tint, photochromic lenses (darken with sunlight) and polarised lenses. Simply select these options as required.

Ordering

Order online: Once you have selected your frame and lenses, enter your prescription details and pay securely through Paypals’ payment service using your credit card, or by direct deposit.

Order by phone: Once you have chosen your frame and lenses, call us on Ph. 1300 855 210 and we can answer any questions you may have, talk you through the options and complete your order.

Frequently asked Questions:

Why are the prices so reasonable? While still providing a quality product, due to the lower overheads with not having to pay for a shop front we are happy to pass on the savings to you.

Are the lenses made of glass or plastic? Our lenses are made of plastic as this makes them lighter and safer as they don’t shatter when dropped.

Do you sell progressive/multifocal or bifocal lenses? No we do not as we do not believe that these lenses can be fitted correctly without measuring the fitting heights with the frame on a person’s face. Though in the future as different options are open to us this may change.

Can I use my contact lens prescription? No unfortunately optics come into play and a person’s contact lens prescription isn’t necessarily the same as the spectacle one.

What if I enter my details incorrectly? Then you need to advise us immediately, so that we can change your details before the lenses are manufactured. It is important to do this as lenses can not be altered once they enter the manufacture process and therefore can not be refunded.

Can I get my money back if there is a problem? Yes you can if the glasses are returned in good condition within a reasonable period of having received them, at the discretion of OnlySpecs.

What does the guarantee cover? There is one years manufacturing warranty on all of the frames and lenses.

Can you replace own lenses? (The old lenses within your own frame) We do provide a fitting service for new frames in perfect condition (photographic approval first) with a small fitting fee and lens price.

Do you make glasses for high prescriptions?  Only Specs only caters for the low to medium prescriptions as the higher prescriptions should be properly fitted for optical centre.  The range we cater for is +4.00 to -3.00 with up to     -3.00D cylinder.

Do you sell flip up adds for safety frames?  No unfortunately they have not been found to be available.

Do you make childrens glasses?  Only Specs does sell glasses that can fit children over approximately 8 yrs though the parent would have to place the order for them as they need to be 18+. 

Do you sell designer frames and sunglasses?  If you have found a particular frame that you want if we can source the frame, we can sell at 25% less than recommended retail.

Do you sell a glasses frame that has a clip that fits on the pocket?  There is a half eye frame that has the mteal clip on the temple (side of the frame), we are able to sell this particular frame for $70.  

Do your safety glasses meet Australian Standards?  All prescription safety glasses available on the site are manufactured to meet both Australian and New Zealand standards and come with a certificate of approval.