FLEXIBLE FRAME ASSEMBLY FOR EYEGLASSES

摘要

A novel frame construction for eyeglasses (10) is provided wherein the upper frame member (12) is formed to have greatly enhanced flexibility to increase the overall adjustability, comfort and fit of the eyeglasses (10). The upper frame member (12) includes areas wherein the material is selectively weakene d to create predetermined flex points (23) periodically within the frame membe r (12). Additionally, the weakened areas may be filled and/or covered with a second material that is more flexible than the base material used to form th e frame member (129. The enhanced flexibility allows the upper frame member (1 2) to flex as the temple members (18) of the eyeglasses (10) are stretched outwardly providing a comfortable fit for a wide range of wearers. Further, the top edge of the eyeglass lens (14) may include formations (34) that provide clearance for the deflection of the top frame member (12).