When I hit 40 things got blurry.

I started to struggle to read the menu in in a dimly-lit restaurant. I couldn't read the fine print anymore. At work and when reading my kindle I started getting headaches and the text started to blue after reading for a long period of time. Worst of all, I started to hold books at arm's length to see. A pair of over the counter reading glasses fixed my problems right away.

The problem - I couldn't find any readers at an affordable price point that I would be seen dead in!

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Reading glasses shouldn't have to look bad or cost the Earth!

I looked around everywhere and found a whole lot of:

  • daggy and depressing readers
  • long waits at opticians with pricey, awkward appointments
  • overdone optical glasses where you just need simple magnification
  • cheap and flimsy plastic reading glasses
  • expensive designer label readers

ENTER: Ministry of Sight reading glasses. I started sourcing reading glasses and that quickly turned into a quest for readers that were durable, cool and didn't break the bank.

Flat Lay black reading glasses, tortoiseshell hexagonal reading glasses, green vintage reading glasses with glasses case, glasses pouch and glasses wipe. Glasses chain.

A Clear-Sighted Success!

After countless real-world try-ons (and very honest feedback from friends and family), we refined the perfect pair of readers - designed to save your eyes and your style.

With a personal vendetta against flimsy, daggy readers that do nothing for your face, and expensive for no reason readers, we created frames that feel considered, flattering and genuinely good to wear. Thoughtful design, quality materials, and just the right amount of attitude.

The result? Reading glasses for men and women that you feel proud to wear.

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Beauty, Brains & Great Vision

Of course our reading glasses look good on your face, but they’re smart where it counts too. Thoughtfully designed for comfort, clarity and everyday wear, they help you see better without sacrificing style.

And don’t just take our word for it. Our five-star reviews from happy eyes say the same thing: comfortable, flattering, and surprisingly good-looking for reading glasses.

More good vision ahead.

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Ministry of Sight Glasses have got you covered

  • Free shipping Australia-wide when you join our mailing list
  • Easy returns and exchanges
  • Durable acetate frames (not plastic!)
  • Anti-glare lenses to reduce screen glare
  • Blue-light blocking lenses as standard
  • Actually stylish
  • Wear them all day without noticing, until you get a compliment
  • Tough enough for real life, dropping, sitting on them
  • For men, women and everyone
SHOP NOW
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FIT

Need a hand choosing your perfect fit for your new reading glasses? See our fit guide.

FIT GUIDE
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LENS POWER

Our reading glasses come in lens powers of +0.5 to +3.0. Need a hand choosing your perfect lens power? See our guide to choosing your perfect lens power.

GUIDE TO CHOOSING LENS POWER
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FRAME MATERIAL

All our frames are thick acetate, which are luxe, durable, lightweight and comfy. No plastic! Unlike cheap plastic frames, acetate is strong, flexible, and less likely to break or warp over time 💪

THE DEETS ON ACETATE