Prescription Eyeglasses, Frames & Eyewear

It may be time for new glasses if your vision feels blurry, you are squinting more often, your eyes feel tired, or you are getting frequent headaches while reading, driving, or working on screens. You may also need new glasses if your frames are loose, bent, scratched, uncomfortable, or no longer sit properly on your face. Even if your prescription has not changed, updated lenses, coatings, or better-fitting frames can make a big difference in everyday comfort and clarity.

In many cases, yes — but it depends on the condition Fritz & Hawley Guild Opticians offers lens replacement and in-house lens edging at our New Haven and Hamden locations, which allows us to fit new prescription lenses into many existing frames without sending them off-site. If your frames are cracked, warped, too delicate, or no longer able to hold lenses securely, our opticians may recommend choosing a new frame to protect your investment and ensure the best fit.

Yes. We offer eyeglass repair at our New Haven and Hamden locations. Depending on the condition of your frames, we may be able to help with adjustments, replacement parts, minor repairs, or recommendations for lens or frame replacement.

Yes. We provide professional frame adjustments to help your eyeglasses fit more securely and comfortably. Proper adjustments can improve how your glasses sit on your face and may also help with lens alignment and overall visual comfort.

No. A contact lens evaluation is separate from a regular eye exam because it includes additional fitting, prescription, and comfort checks specific to contact lenses. The cost is $150 for established contact lens wearers and $200 for first-time wearers. New wearer pricing includes training on how to safely insert and remove lenses, plus follow-up visits.

Whenever possible, our team will try to help customers submit insurance claims to reduce out-of-pocket stress. We can also help you review possible reimbursement options, including HSA and FSA benefits.

Quality eye care does not stop with your eye exam. The right prescription eyeglasses depend on accurate measurements, proper lens selection, comfortable frame fit, and guidance from experienced opticians. At Fritz & Hawley Guild Opticians, our licensed opticians help you choose glasses that support clear vision, everyday comfort, and your personal style.

Pupillary distance, often called PD, is the measurement between the centers of your pupils. It helps ensure your prescription lenses are properly aligned with your eyes. An accurate pupillary distance is especially important for progressive lenses, high prescriptions, prism lenses, and custom eyewear because even small measurement differences can affect clarity, comfort, and how your glasses perform.

Yes. We offer progressive lenses for patients who need clear vision at multiple distances without the visible line found in traditional bifocals. Our opticians can help ensure your progressive lenses are properly measured, fitted, and adjusted for comfortable everyday use.

Yes. Fritz & Hawley Guild Opticians works with patients who have high prescriptions, complex prescriptions, prism lenses, and custom lens needs. Our experienced opticians can help you choose lens options that support clearer vision, comfort, and proper frame fit.

Yes. We provide prism lenses for patients whose prescriptions require them. Prism lenses must be measured and fitted carefully, and our licensed opticians can help ensure your eyeglasses are made with precision.

Yes. We offer anti-reflective coatings for eyeglasses. Anti-reflective coating can help reduce glare, improve visual comfort, and make your lenses look clearer, especially when driving at night, working on screens, or spending time under bright indoor lighting.

Blue-violet light is part of the visible light spectrum and is commonly associated with sunlight, screens, LED lighting, and other modern light sources. Some people find that lenses designed to filter certain wavelengths of blue-violet light help improve visual comfort, especially during long hours on computers, phones, or tablets. Fritz & Hawley Guild Opticians can help you choose lens options based on your daily screen use, lighting sensitivity, and prescription needs.

Yes. Fritz & Hawley Guild Opticians offers FL-41 tinted lenses, which are often chosen by people who experience light sensitivity, migraines, or discomfort from certain types of lighting. Our team can help you determine whether FL-41 tint is an option worth considering for your eyewear.

Yes. We can help you create prescription sunglasses using quality frames, sunglass lenses, mirror coatings, tints, and other custom options. We also offer custom sunglass clips for select eyewear needs.

Yes. Fritz & Hawley Guild Opticians makes it easy to shop in-store and personalize your prescription sunglasses at our New Haven and Hamden locations. Our licensed opticians can help you choose the right frame, lens color, tint, mirror coating, and custom lens options based on your prescription, lifestyle, and how you plan to use your sunglasses.

Yes. We specialize in custom eyeglasses designed around your prescription, lifestyle, frame preferences, and visual needs. Our licensed opticians can help you choose lenses, coatings, tints, and frames that work well for your everyday routine.

In-house lens edging means we can cut and shape lenses at our own optical shop to fit your selected or existing frames. This helps keep your eyewear in trusted hands and can make the lens replacement process more convenient.

Choosing eyeglasses for your face shape can help your frames feel balanced, flattering, and comfortable. Round faces often pair well with more angular frames, while square faces may soften nicely with rounder or oval styles. Oval faces can usually wear a wide range of frame shapes, and heart-shaped faces often look great with lighter or more balanced frame designs. At Fritz & Hawley Guild Opticians, our licensed opticians can help you find frames that suit your face shape, prescription, fit, and personal style.

Yes. Our frame selection includes curated, distinctive eyewear styles made with quality materials. Whether you prefer bold, classic, vintage-inspired, or unexpected frames, our opticians can help you find eyeglasses that fit your style and prescription needs.

Yes. Fritz & Hawley Guild Opticians offers support for certain vintage frame parts and specialty eyewear needs. If you have a vintage frame you want to repair or reuse, bring it to one of our locations so our team can evaluate your options.

Yes. Fritz & Hawley Guild Opticians offers a curated selection of Designer Frames at our New Haven and Hamden optical locations. Our frame collection includes high-quality, distinctive styles for patients who want eyewear that feels polished, durable, and personal—not mass-produced. Our licensed opticians can help you find designer eyeglasses that match your prescription, lifestyle, and personal style.

You may be able to use your benefits toward prescription glasses, lenses, frames, lens enhancements, or contact lenses, depending on your vision insurance plan. Fritz & Hawley Guild Opticians works with most major vision insurance providers for eyewear materials, including many plans for glasses and contact lenses. Call our New Haven or Hamden location, and our team can help confirm your benefits before your visit.