Choosing between glasses and contact lenses isn’t just about vision; it’s about how you live. In a place like Newport Beach, where your day might include early coffee at Herst, working remotely with back-to-back screen time, and finishing with a walk around Lido Marina, your eyewear needs to move with you.
At SALT. Optometry, we help you make choices based on your personal routine, guiding you toward the option, or combination, that fits your lifestyle, eyes, and day-to-day priorities.
Eyeglasses: Style, Simplicity & Protection
For many of our patients, glasses are a daily accessory, a low-maintenance choice, and a form of self-expression. They’re also incredibly practical, especially in a work-from-anywhere world where screen time is constant, and eye strain is real.
Why Glasses Might Work for You
- Effortless to wear and care for—no cleaning routines, no lens handling
- Ideal for those with dry, sensitive, or allergy-prone eyes
- Can incorporate blue light filters, photochromic lenses, and UV protection
- Great for creative professionals, students, or anyone who spends long hours at a desk
- A built-in style statement for everything from casual coffee runs to client meetings
SALT. Optometry’s Eyeglass Frame Brands
Our optical boutique features handcrafted, designer frames from brands that combine form and function, including:
- SALT. Optics: Timeless, handcrafted Japanese frames exclusive to our location.
- Celine: Bold silhouettes with a fashion-forward edge.
- Vuarnet: Prescription-ready mineral glass lenses with premium sun protection.
- Thierry Lasry, Randolph, and more: For those who want design that lasts.
Whether you’re dressing for a gallery opening, a walk on the marina, or a Zoom-heavy workday, we’ll help you find frames that feel comfortable and are built around your routine.
Contact Lenses: Flexibility, Freedom & Performance
If you’re always on the move or just prefer your vision to feel seamless, contact lenses may be your perfect match. They offer the freedom to go about your day without the visual barrier of frames, and for many patients, they’re a go-to for active mornings, long days, and nights out.
In Newport Beach, where you might go from a sunrise run along the coast to a dinner at Lido Bottle Works, contacts give you the flexibility to shift with your schedule.
Why Contacts Might Work for You
- Perfect for active lifestyles—running, cycling, water sports, and gym sessions
- No fogging or slipping (especially helpful in our coastal climate)
- Great for people who switch between prescription sunglasses and regular eyewear
- A clean look for photos, events, or minimal-style preferences
- Designed for all-day clarity with none of the weight of frames
Our Contact Lens Options at SALT. Optometry
- ACUVUE® daily disposable lenses from Johnson & Johnson
- Biweekly and monthly lenses for long-term wear with proper care
- Hard-to-fit lenses, including scleral, RGP, toric, and hybrid lenses
- Multifocal lenses for clear near and distance vision
- Myopia control lenses, like MiSight® and ortho-k
We don’t just hand you a box; we fit lenses based on the shape of your eye, your visual needs, and your daily habits. Comfort matters, and we make sure you feel good about what you wear.
Can I Wear Glasses and Contacts?
Absolutely. In fact, many of our Newport Beach patients wear glasses and contact lenses depending on the day, the activity, or even their mood. It’s not an either-or decision; it’s about giving your eyes what they need, when they need it.
You might start your day in glasses while working from home, switch to contacts for a workout or beach walk, and reach for prescription sunglasses before heading out for happy hour. It’s all about having options.
At SALT. Optometry, we help you build a vision routine that feels effortless and aligned with your lifestyle. We’ll guide you through how to make both work, so you never feel like you have to compromise.
Let’s Find the Right Fit for You
Whether you're ready to upgrade your frames, explore contact lenses, or create a vision routine that flexes with your lifestyle, we’re here to help. Schedule your eye exam or fitting at SALT. Optometry and let’s find the perfect balance between clarity, comfort, and style.