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Collecting Eyewear
Collecting eyewear is an underrated niche yet to be explored by many, blending practicality with art, craftsmanship and luxury. For some, it’s about finding rare and exclusive pieces that stand out, while for others, it’s about expressing personal style in an...
Anna-Karin Karlsson’s Into the Night Collection
Anna-Karin Karlsson, a brand known for its avant-garde luxury eyewear, continues to push the boundaries of craftsmanship with the exclusive Into the Night collection. Known for her ability to blend high fashion with artistic expression, Karlsson delivers a truly...
AHLEM’s Custom Eyewear Service: Exclusive Frames First Made for Lebron James
AHLEM, the French eyewear brand known for its sophisticated designs and Parisian flair, has a bespoke eyewear service. This made-to-measure service guarantees a completely unique experience for each client, stemming from a special set of frames made for NBA legend...
Handcrafted Elegance: AHLEM’s Exclusive Frames
Founded in 2014 by Paris-born, Los Angeles-based designer Ahlem Manai-Platt, AHLEM Eyewear has become synonymous with precision craftsmanship and timeless design. Each pair of AHLEM frames is more than just an accessory; it’s a work of art, meticulously handcrafted in...
Limited Edition Charitable Eyewear for The edCFDA’s 10th Anniversary
The eyewear designers of the CFDA (Council of Fashion Designers of America), known as the edCFDA, have come together to mark their 10th anniversary by launching a dedicated limited-edition eyewear collection. This milestone project not only celebrates a decade of...
FACE A FACE’s IM PERFECT Sunglasses
The IM PERFECT sunglasses are a standout release from FACE A FACE, in collaboration with Design Eyewear Group. Drawing inspiration from the Japanese philosophy of Wabi-Sabi, which finds beauty in imperfection, these limited-edition sunglasses are more than just...
The Other Glasses: A New Wave in Limited Edition Eyewear
The Other Glasses is an independent luxury eyewear brand designed in Italy and handcrafted in Europe. The company prides itself on creating frames that merge art and science, offering durable, stylish, and highly functional eyewear. With a focus on high-quality...
DAIDO Sunglasses: A Limited Edition Masterpiece by Jacques Marie Mage
The DAIDO sunglasses, part of the KYOSHO collection by Jacques Marie Mage, offer an extraordinary blend of artistry, craftsmanship, and collectible exclusivity. This limited-edition release pays homage to timeless style and cultural richness, with just 500 pieces made...
DITA Lancier x OWNDAYS: A Limited-Edition Eyewear Collaboration
The collaboration between DITA Lancier and OWNDAYS brings together two distinct eyewear brands for a limited-edition collection that combines luxury craftsmanship with modern design. This partnership has resulted in a series of exclusive high-quality frames with an...
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Collecting Eyewear
Collecting eyewear is an underrated niche yet to be explored by many, blending practicality with art, craftsmanship and luxury. For some, it’s about finding rare and exclusive pieces that stand out, while for others, it’s about expressing personal style in an...
Anna-Karin Karlsson’s Into the Night Collection
Anna-Karin Karlsson, a brand known for its avant-garde luxury eyewear, continues to push the boundaries of craftsmanship with the exclusive Into the Night collection. Known for her ability to blend high fashion with artistic expression, Karlsson delivers a truly...
AHLEM’s Custom Eyewear Service: Exclusive Frames First Made for Lebron James
AHLEM, the French eyewear brand known for its sophisticated designs and Parisian flair, has a bespoke eyewear service. This made-to-measure service guarantees a completely unique experience for each client, stemming from a special set of frames made for NBA legend...
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Comparing Handmade and Machine Made Eyeglasses
 When it comes to curating a collection of eyewear, the choice between handmade and machine-made frames offers an exploration of craft, technology, and personal expression. Independent eyewear brands, in particular, bring this choice to life, offering frames that...
How Glasses Correct Vision
What Are Vision Problems? Before learning about how glasses work, it's important to know the different kinds of vision problems. These occur when the eye is unable to properly focus light on the retina, (the layer of light-sensitive cells at the back of the...
What Are Driving Glasses?
Driving glasses are specialized glasses designed to enhance vision and improve clarity while driving. They are made to address specific visual challenges drivers face, such as glare from sunlight or headlights and poor visibility in low-light conditions. Driving...