The Best Safety Glasses for Comfort, Style, and Protection

Turns out stylish and comfortable safety glasses and goggles do exist! Whether you mountain bike or work in a research lab or on a construction site, we have options for you. 

Wearing protective eye wear when working with hazardous chemicals or materials is crucial to prevent serious and possibly permanent damage to your eyes, but it isn’t always pleasant. If you are reading this blog post you have probably worn safety glasses that repeatedly slip down your nose, or have experienced the annoyance of layering safety glasses over regular glasses. Or perhaps you feel like your PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) looks like an eyesore, pun intended. At View Optical we carry several work-safe glasses options that are functional and comfortable, but still stylish and cute! Additionally, we can customize them with your prescription, additional coatings, and more. You’ll never have to layer a pair of chunky safety glasses over your regular glasses again. Scroll further to check out some of our most popular safety glasses options.

Important Things to Consider When Choosing Safety Glasses:

  • Do they fit comfortably and correctly? The best safety glasses for you are ones that you will actually wear, and safety glasses can’t protect your eyes if they are not securely on your face. 

  • Determine the risks you are exposed to and select frames accordingly. Consider potential projectiles, exposure to chemicals, etc. and narrow down your options by the safety standards you need and the type of coverage you want. Wrap around frames and frames with top and side shields will provide you with more protection. 

  • Consider your environment. If you are outdoors a lot, consider options like tinted/transition lenses and anti-glare coatings to protect your eyes from the UV rays while improving visibility. If you use the computer a lot, consider blue blocking coatings to reduce eye fatigue. If you will experience humid conditions or temperature fluctuations, consider getting glasses with an anti-fog coating. 

  • Ensure that your selected safety glasses adhere to any regulations and safety standards your workplace requires. 

Our Favourite Safety Glasses:

Stoggles in round, colour moss

Stoggles in Round

Popular with:
Healthcare professionals, lab researchers

Features: 

  • Polycarbonate frames that are light weight and shatterproof

  • Blue light blocking lenses

  • Integrated top and side shields to provide 360 degree protection.

  • Anti-fog coating

  • Stoggles craftsmanship warranty

Also available in:

  • Over 12 colour options, from neutral shades to fun pastels

  • Other classic shapes like cat-eye and square

  • A low nose bridge fit option

Safety Standard/Certification:

  • ANSI Z87.1 certified

Wylie x Gravity

Wylie x Gravity

Popular with:
People with active lifestyles and extreme hobbies. Tradespeople, mountain bikers, motorcyclists, and outdoor enthusiasts.

Features:

  • The Wylie X Climate Control series features a removable soft foam eye cup creating a seal around your eyes to provide extra protection from wind, dust, and debris

  • Anti-fog and hydrophobic coating on lenses to prevent fog and wick away moisture 

  • Wrap around frame style with rubberized nose pads and temples, and an included temple strap to ensure glasses stay in place for every activity

  • Polycarbonate lenses in Triloid™ Nylon Frames

  • 100% UV protection, and glare protection

  • Wylie X lifetime warranty

Also available in:

  • Frames in neutral solid colours, or subtle prints.

  • Clear, grey, and vibrant mirrored lens options

Safety Standards/Certifications: 

  • ANSI Z87.2 certified

  • CSA Z94.3 certified


OnGaurd Eyesafe OG 225s

Popular with:
Anyone looking for an upgraded version of the classic safety glasses style

Features:

  • No metal components, making these frames non-conductive

  • Full rim frames made from TR-Nylon

  • Includes side shields and an adjustable toecap for extra protection and 

  • Includes a cord, and an dustdam is available for additional purchase

  • 1 year warranty on manufacturing defects

Also available in:

  • Multiple neutral frame options with bright accent colours

  • Available in medium and large sizes

Safety Standard/Certifications:

  • ANSI Z87.1 certified

  • CSA Z94.3 certified

You can try on these safety glasses options and more in store!

If you would like to try on these safety glasses or check out any of the other safety glasses options we carry like ArmourRX, please drop in to View Optometry at any time! We are always happy to help you select glasses and lenses that suit your needs and preferences.






Teri Hines