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Dear Wirecutter,
I am constantly messing up or losing my sunglasses. The lenses are often scratched, and sometimes they end up broken because I have accidentally sat or stood on them. How can I take care of my sunglasses better?
A.G.
Dear A.G.,
I was once blissfully napping and woke up just as someone’s giant foot crunched on top of my glasses. Nightmare.
I hate that an item you’ve invested good money in—and helps you see properly—can be gone in an instant.
Some thoughtful planning is truly your best course of action, especially when it comes to ensuring that you don’t scratch up your sunglasses.
My colleagues and I have some tips that can help you keep track of your beloved sunglasses—or at least take the sting out of losing them.