Our Editorial Mission

Just My Glasses exists to help you find the right pair. Whether that means reviewing a new release, calling out a brand that overpromises, explaining the difference between two frame materials, or digging up a brand that nobody talks about anymore, the goal is always the same: honest, informed, and useful content from someone who genuinely cares about this stuff.

I am James, the founder, sole writer, and editor of this site. I have been reviewing eyewear, mainly sunglasses, since 2021 and own a collection of more than 100 pairs. That experience is the foundation of everything published here.

Editorial Standards

Just My Glasses is fully independent. No brand is permitted to view, edit, or approve any review or article before it is published. Sending me a pair does not buy a positive review. It buys an honest one.

• I test products myself. Every pair reviewed on this site has been handled and worn by me personally. I do not publish reviews based on spec sheets or press releases alone. If I have not had a product in my hands, I will say so clearly.
• I am transparent about how products are obtained. Some pairs are purchased by me at full retail price. Others are sent by brands free of charge for review purposes. I will always disclose which is the case. Neither arrangement influences the outcome of a review.
• I correct mistakes. If I get something wrong, I fix it and note the correction in the article. If you spot an error, contact me directly.
• I disclose affiliate relationships. Some links on this site are affiliate links, meaning I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through them. This never influences which products I recommend or what I say about them. I would rather lose an affiliate payment than recommend something I do not believe in.

Eyewear Is Subjective. Here Is How I Handle That.

There are certain things about a pair of glasses that are not a matter of opinion. The quality of the acetate or metal, how well the hinges are made and how they hold up to repeated use, how cleanly the frame is finished, and whether the lenses deliver the clarity and protection the brand claims. These are things that can be assessed objectively, and I do.

But a significant part of what makes a pair great is deeply personal. A frame that fits one face perfectly can pinch or slip on another. A bold, oversized shape that one person loves might feel completely wrong to someone who has worn slim metal frames their whole life. A tortoiseshell acetate with real depth and character is exactly what some buyers are looking for and completely irrelevant to someone who just wants a lightweight pair for running.

I try to be clear throughout my reviews about which part of my assessment is objective and which is personal preference. When I say I do not like how a frame looks, that is my taste. When I say the hinges are poor quality, that is a fact. I will always try to tell you which is which, and I will always try to give you enough information to make your own call even if you and I would reach different conclusions.

The Review Process

A review on Just My Glasses is not written quickly. By the time an article or video goes live, a significant amount of time and effort has gone into producing it.

The starting point is always use. I wear every pair I review as my everyday glasses, which means they go everywhere with me: driving, walking, working, and everything in between. I do not consider myself ready to write a review until I have worn a pair for a minimum of four weeks. Most reviews are based on six weeks of use. For frames where longer wear is particularly relevant, such as acetate that needs time to settle to the shape of your face, I will wear them for up to eight weeks before forming a final verdict.

During that period I also draw on a group of friends who have, over the years, become an invaluable part of my process. These are people with different face shapes, different prescriptions, different priorities, and different tastes to me. Passing a pair around that group regularly surfaces observations I would not have arrived at on my own, and those perspectives find their way into my reviews even when they contradict my own initial impressions.

A meaningful portion of the research phase is spent verifying material and lens claims. Where the acetate comes from, what the frame is really made of, and whether claims like polarization, UV400 protection, or a lens coating stand up are not always easy to pin down, and brands do not always make them transparent. I spend considerable time tracking down accurate information. Where I cannot verify something, I will say so rather than repeat a claim I cannot confirm.

It is only once that process is complete, the wearing period, the additional feedback, and the research, that I sit down to write the article or film the video. The goal is to produce something that is genuinely useful rather than something that is simply timely.

How I Review Eyewear

Every review on Just My Glasses follows a consistent structure, though the specific sections may vary depending on the type of eyewear being reviewed.

• First impressions and unboxing. Packaging matters and I cover it where relevant, including the case and cloth, particularly for premium products where the unboxing experience is part of the brand's proposition.
• Look and design. I describe the frame's aesthetic honestly, including when I do not personally like how it looks. Design is subjective and I try to make that clear.
• Materials and build quality. I assess the frame material, hinges, finish, and lenses in detail. Where possible I note where the materials come from and any relevant certifications.
• Fit and daily wear. I wear the glasses as my everyday pair for a meaningful period before forming a verdict. For most reviews this means a minimum of several weeks.
• Durability. Where I have worn a pair over a longer period, I will provide an update on how it has held up. Some of my reviews cover pairs I have owned for years.
• Verdict and value. I give a clear, honest assessment of whether the pair is worth buying at its price point. I try to avoid sitting on the fence.

How I Source Products

Glasses come to me in one of three ways. I purchase them myself, a brand sends them as a loan for review purposes, or a brand sends them as a gift to keep. All three arrangements are disclosed in the relevant article or review. In all cases, the review remains entirely my own.

If a brand has reached out proactively and supplied a product, that will be stated. If I bought it with my own money, that will be stated too.

Kickstarter and Crowdfunding Coverage

I cover crowdfunding campaigns, particularly from Kickstarter. When covering a campaign that has not yet delivered its product, I make that clear and form only a preliminary opinion based on what is available. I will follow up with a full review once the product arrives. Backing a campaign myself does not prevent me from giving an honest assessment when it does.

A Note on Impartiality

I have strong opinions about eyewear. I will not pretend to be neutral when I am not. What I will always do is separate personal taste from objective quality, be clear about which is which, and give every product a fair hearing regardless of the brand's size or reputation.

Old Reviews

Some reviews on this website are in need of updating. Back when I first started Just My Glasses I was a lot less concerned about quality and breadth of analysis. It was just a hobby. Now in 2026, I am working my way back through the articles, re-reviewing anything that does not currently meet my own standards.