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6 New Styles from Ultra Limited
Ultra Limited has released six new eyewear designs, each handmade in Italy and crafted through a detailed production process that can take up to 71 days. The name frames are original and strikingly vibrant. A Production Process Built Around Time and Precision ...
LAST FRONTIER VI by Jacques Marie Mage
Jacques Marie Mage, presents the Last Frontier VI Collection. This series draws inspiration from the American West and Native American artistry, reflecting a deep appreciation for cultural heritage and natural beauty. ​ The Inspiration and Story Behind the Collection...
Chrome Hearts: Distinctive Gothic Eyeglasses
Chrome Hearts eyeglasses stand out for their unique design. With a rebellious style influenced by gothic and rock-and-roll aesthetics, these frames appeal to those looking for something different. Chrome Hearts has cultivated a cult following among those who seek...
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6 New Styles from Ultra Limited
Ultra Limited has released six new eyewear designs, each handmade in Italy and crafted through a detailed production process that can take up to 71 days. The name frames are original and strikingly vibrant. A Production Process Built Around Time and Precision ...
LAST FRONTIER VI by Jacques Marie Mage
Jacques Marie Mage, presents the Last Frontier VI Collection. This series draws inspiration from the American West and Native American artistry, reflecting a deep appreciation for cultural heritage and natural beauty. ​ The Inspiration and Story Behind the Collection...
Chrome Hearts: Distinctive Gothic Eyeglasses
Chrome Hearts eyeglasses stand out for their unique design. With a rebellious style influenced by gothic and rock-and-roll aesthetics, these frames appeal to those looking for something different. Chrome Hearts has cultivated a cult following among those who seek...
EMBRACE by VANNI Named Women’s Sunglasses Frame of The Year
VANNI Eyewear has received the Women’s Sunglasses Frame of the Year award for its EMBRACE Collection at the 2025 Love Eyewear Awards, held during 100% Optical in London. What is 100% Optical? 100% Optical is the UK’s largest optical event, bringing together...
Lucas de Staël: Unique Leather Eyeglasses
Lucas de Staël, has carved a unique niche in the eyewear industry by blending handmade craftsmanship with leather. After gaining experience with various French eyewear companies, Lucas launched his own brand in 2012, establishing a workshop in a converted printing...
The DECADE Collection by Jacques Marie Mage: Celebrating 10 years
In honor of its 10-year anniversary, luxury eyewear brand Jacques Marie Mage introduces the DECADE Collection, a curated series of ten distinctive frames that encapsulate the brand's commitment to artistry, heritage, and craftsmanship. Each model in this...
About DITA: Detail in Every Frame
Founded in 1995 by lifelong friends John Juniper and Jeff Solorio, DITA emerged from a shared passion for design, photography, and filmmaking. Dissatisfied with the uninspired eyewear options of the time, they sought to create a brand that embodied innovation,...
MAISON GALACTIQUE by T HENRI
T HENRI, has just released the MAISON GALACTIQUE collection. This groundbreaking collection features four distinct frame styles, each incorporating a fragment of the Muonionalusta meteorite, offering wearers a tangible connection to the cosmos. The Muonionalusta...
DITA INOVATI: New Customizable Eyewear
DITA, has launched the INOVATI collection, offering customers a new level of personalization. This collection allows you to design your eyewear by selecting frame styles, colors, lens options, and embellishments, including precious stones. Utilizing advanced 3D...
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6 New Styles from Ultra Limited
Ultra Limited has released six new eyewear designs, each handmade in Italy and crafted through a detailed production process that can take up to 71 days. The name frames are original and strikingly vibrant. A Production Process Built Around Time and Precision ...
LAST FRONTIER VI by Jacques Marie Mage
Jacques Marie Mage, presents the Last Frontier VI Collection. This series draws inspiration from the American West and Native American artistry, reflecting a deep appreciation for cultural heritage and natural beauty. ​ The Inspiration and Story Behind the Collection...
Chrome Hearts: Distinctive Gothic Eyeglasses
Chrome Hearts eyeglasses stand out for their unique design. With a rebellious style influenced by gothic and rock-and-roll aesthetics, these frames appeal to those looking for something different. Chrome Hearts has cultivated a cult following among those who seek...
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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...