The Orbicularis Oculi is a strong muscle that covers the circumference of the outer orbit and provides the monocle with a nice relaxed tension to hold it comfortably and reasonably firmly in place. There is no need to over contract or squint the eyelids together for the monocle to stay in place.Mar 7, 2019
Are monocles comfortable?
Your monocle will feel comfortable and natural, you will wonder how you ever managed without it. The monocle should not be 'gripped' using the muscles around the eye, refrain from squeezing to hold it in place. The brain quickly compensates so no blurring will occur and your vision in both eyes will be correct.
Are monocles uncomfortable?
Wearing a monocle is generally not uncomfortable. If customised, monocles could be worn securely with little effort. However, periodic adjustment is common for monocle wearers to keep the monocle from popping, as can be seen in films featuring Erich von Stroheim.
Why would you wear a monocle?
The monocle is a corrective lens for a single eye, they're usually worn by people who are long-sighted and need help to see things close up. They're also used by people with a drooping eyelid, a condition known as ptosis, to keep their eye open.
How does a monocle stay in?
The galleries on your monocle fit horizontally between your cheekbone and your brow bone (usually right under your eyebrow). The muscles around your eye and the natural tension in your skin put gentle pressure on the galleries; this tension holds your monocle comfortably and securely in place.