Reading glasses used to mean one plain black frame you hid in a drawer. Not any more. Today many women keep two or three pairs: a stylish one for work and outings, a light one for the phone, and a spare in the handbag.
This guide shows how to choose reading glasses for women: the right power, a frame that suits your face, and our favourite styles from ₹649.
Step 1: Get the power right
Power matters more than anything else. Most women first notice they need readers between 40 and 45, when small print on a phone or a medicine strip starts to blur.
- 40 to 45: usually +1.00 to +1.25
- 45 to 50: usually +1.25 to +1.75
- 50 to 55: usually +1.75 to +2.25
- 55 and above: usually +2.25 to +3.00
If you already wear readers and they still work well, buy the same power. See our full reading glasses power chart by age for more detail.
Step 2: Pick a frame shape that suits your face
A simple rule: choose a frame that contrasts with your face shape.
- Round face: angular or upswept frames add definition. A cat-eye frame is a classic choice.
- Square face: soft, rounded or oval frames balance a strong jawline.
- Oval face: lucky you. Most shapes suit, so go with the style you love.
- Heart-shaped face: light, rimless or half-rim frames, or frames that are slightly wider at the bottom.
Not sure? Rimless and half-rim frames are the safest bet. They are light and flattering on almost everyone.
Step 3: Think about how you will use them
- Lots of phone and laptop time? Choose blue cut lenses with anti-reflection coating to cut screen glare.
- Always misplacing your glasses? A pair you wear around your neck, or a slim folding pair for your handbag, solves this.
- Want a spare pair for home or the kitchen? A light, low-cost frame under ₹700 is perfect.
Our favourite reading glasses for women
All of these are Esperto Readers frames in powers +1.00 to +3.00, each with a carrying case.
- Esperto Catty (₹799): our most popular women's frame. A flattering cat-eye shape with blue cut lenses, in red, purple, blue and black.
- Esperto Birdie (₹945): a soft, modern frame with blue cut lenses, in pink, olive green and black.
- Esperto Rainy (₹845): translucent crystal colours in pink, blue and grey. Light and pretty for everyday use.
- Esperto Martina (₹649): ultra-light and great value, in pink and red. An ideal spare pair.
- Esperto Necky (₹779): rests around your neck, so it is always with you. The wine colour is a favourite.
- Esperto Jupiter (₹1,645): rimless and very light, with blue cut lenses. Elegant for work and functions.
- Esperto Slimfold (₹1,645): folds flat into a slim case that fits any handbag or clutch.
See all styles in our women's reading glasses collection.
Tip: build a small collection
One pair rarely fits every moment. Many of our customers keep a blue cut pair by the laptop, a stylish pair in the handbag and a budget pair in the kitchen. Buy any 2 pairs on our website and save 10% automatically at checkout.
Frequently asked questions
Are women's reading glasses different from men's?
The lenses are the same. The difference is the frame: shape, size and colour. Women's frames are often slightly smaller and come in more colours.
Can I wear reading glasses all day?
Wear them for close work like reading, phone use and sewing. Take them off when you walk around, because they make things further away look blurry.
What if my two eyes need different powers?
Ready-made readers have the same power in both lenses. If your eyes differ, you have astigmatism, or you get headaches, please get a full eye test.
Need help choosing a style or power? Message our opticians on WhatsApp +91 88795 11150. We have been helping Mumbai see clearly since 1968.
