Wearing spectacles is one of the easiest ways to appear well-educated without resorting to the usual tactic of toting 32 volumes of Encyclopedia Britannica on your head. Give your noggin a break with today's Groupon: for $50, you get $150 worth of eyewear at Optical Alternatives.

Optical Alternatives bedazzles sight organs with more than 1,200 frames starting at $99. After strolling inside, customers can stare in awe at designs from more than 13 countries, including France, Turkey, Germany, and Israel, and choose from brands such as Nike Vision, Coach, and Gucci to adorn their eyes in style. Sport a pulchritudinous pair from the Reptile line (averaging $210–$225) or fancy up a favorite mannequin head with stylish pairs by Bolle or Columbia ($99). The expert opticians craft all glasses, monocles, and frames with mustaches attached on the premises to ensure quality and comfortable fits for all facial façades and will happily answer all glasses-related inquiries.