Abstract: A multifocal trial frame system includes a trial frame shaped to engage the head of a wearer and which includes an adjustable nose bridge and a pair of downwardly-depending studs which are laterally adjustable relative to the nose bridge, a pair of lens brackets adjustably attachable to the studs, each including first and second lens rims; a pair of distance prescription lenses shaped to be retained by the first pair of rims; and a pair of multifocal lenses shaped to be received by the second pair of rims. The multifocal lenses each include a neutral portion and an insert portion having a close-viewing prescription. The insert portion is incorporated into the neutral portion to form a continuous, unitary lens with the neutral portion, so that the distance and the multifocal lenses cooperate to simulate multifocal eyeglasses of a predetermined prescription and configuration.