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The Other Glasses: Approaching One Year of Exclusivity
In fall of 2024 The Other Glasses made its debut with a collection that captured attention for its limited nature, craftsmanship and design. Now, approaching its first anniversary, the brand has stuck to its principles: understated luxury, meticulous craftsmanship,...
Vinylize Launches CYKLO: A New Spin on Sustainable Eyewear
Vinylize Eyewear, long known for its iconic use of upcycled vinyl records in frame design, has taken a bold new leap in sustainability with the launch of the CYKLO collection. This new line introduces not only a fresh design direction but also a new material...
Cazal Marks 50 Years with the 050 Anniversary Edition
To celebrate half a century of bold, visionary design, Cazal has unveiled the 050 Anniversary Edition—a limited-edition frame that honors the legacy of Cazal's founder Cari Zalloni. This commemorative release embodies the creativity and elegance that have defined...
Masunaga Celebrates 120 Years with Collectable Eyeglasses from Edition 120
For its 120th anniversary, Masunaga has launched a new limited-edition collection, Edition 120, introducing five commemorative frames—two of which have now been revealed. Edition 120: Radio City & Lex Radio City Radio City is a refined, round model crafted...
Jacques Marie Mage Launches The Marianne Faithfull Collection
Jacques Marie Mage has unveiled its latest limited-edition release: the Marianne Faithfull by JMM collection. This tribute honors the enduring influence of singer, actress, and cultural icon Marianne Faithfull through the introduction of a single new...
Tejesta Partners with DBD Racing to Equip Riders with Collectable Eyewear
American eyewear brand Tejesta has officially partnered with motocross team DBD Racing to outfit every rider on the team with Tejesta sunglasses. The partnership brings together two groups with a shared appreciation for performance, individuality, and gear that’s...
T HENRI x Rêve: Collectable Sunglasses With Retro Style
T HENRI, has partnered with fashion label Rêve to release a new capsule collection that feels more like an architectural fantasy than a seasonal drop. The T HENRI x Rêve Collection introduces three distinct sunglass silhouettes—DINO, SKYLINE, and VALKYRIE II—each...
KREWE x LoveShackFancy: Collectable Sunglasses with Soft-spoken Flair
KREWE, the New Orleans-based eyewear label, has teamed up with LoveShackFancy, the fashion brand behind some of today’s most nostalgic, floral-filled aesthetics. The result is a limited-edition capsule of sunglasses that blends old-world romanticism with bold,...
DITA Honors Elvis Presley with a Limited Edition Grand-Decade Release
To mark what would have been Elvis Presley’s 90th birthday, DITA has reimagined one of its most celebrated frames—the Grand-Decade—with a distinct tribute to the King of Rock & Roll. Released as a limited edition, the Grand-Decade x Elvis Presley blends iconic...
Eyewear

The Other Glasses: Approaching One Year of Exclusivity
In fall of 2024 The Other Glasses made its debut with a collection that captured attention for its limited nature, craftsmanship and design. Now, approaching its first anniversary, the brand has stuck to its principles: understated luxury, meticulous craftsmanship,...

Vinylize Launches CYKLO: A New Spin on Sustainable Eyewear
Vinylize Eyewear, long known for its iconic use of upcycled vinyl records in frame design, has taken a bold new leap in sustainability with the launch of the CYKLO collection. This new line introduces not only a fresh design direction but also a new material...

Cazal Marks 50 Years with the 050 Anniversary Edition
To celebrate half a century of bold, visionary design, Cazal has unveiled the 050 Anniversary Edition—a limited-edition frame that honors the legacy of Cazal's founder Cari Zalloni. This commemorative release embodies the creativity and elegance that have defined...
Lenses

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...