Glasses are great! Though you could always get contacts if you don't like them. I have always gone to Specsavers and got the two-for-one deal where I've got two pairs for about £80. So I have a spare pair if I break them or lose them. However, despite being very clumsy and forgetful, this almost never happens - my glasses are either on my face or beside my bed. I did break one pair by dancing too enthusiastically at Poptimism once, mind.

As for what type to buy, you just try them all on and decide which ones look best. The optician or someone in the shop should be able to point out a few which go well with the shape of your face. I was pretty sure last time that I wanted ones with chunky, colourful frames, but then I tried some on and I looked like Su Pollard.