Modular spectacles that are assembled and disassembled without the use of tools are disclosed. The modular spectacles comprise a pair of lenses, a frame element including a pair of rims defining orifices for accepting the pair of lenses, and a slot located on each side of the frame element, and a pair of three-part hinge sets, each three-part hinge set comprising a first hinge part including an orifice on one end and a compressible end on the other end, a second hinge part including a cutout on one end and a compressible end on the other end, and a third hinge part including an orifice on one end and a compressible end on the other end, wherein the three-part hinge set fits securely within a slot in the frame element. The modular spectacles further comprise a pair of temples, that are inserted securely into the hinge sets.