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How to Understand Your Eyeglass Prescription
Reading your eyeglass prescription can seem confusing at first, but it’s actually quite simple once you understand the terms. Let's not waste any time and get right into it. Basic Components of an Eyeglass Prescription OD and OS: These are abbreviations...
Casa Batlló x Etnia Barcelona: Limited Edition Eyewear
Etnia Barcelona, renowned for its innovative eyewear designs, has unveiled a limited edition collection in collaboration with the iconic Casa Batlló. This exclusive range, inspired by Antoni GaudÃ's architectural marvel, seamlessly merges art with eyewear, offering a...
How Can a First-Time Wearer Adapt to Progressive Lenses?
Progressive lenses are an alternative to bifocal and trifocal lenses. They offer a seamless transition between different vision zones, leaving no visible lines on the lenses. Progressive lenses have three vision zones: Near, intermediate and far. Learn more about how...
What to Know When Adjusting to a New Prescription
Why Does It Take Time to Adjust to a New Prescription? When you receive a new prescription for eyeglasses or contact lenses, your eyes and brain need time to adapt to the changes in vision. Even a small adjustment in lens power or switching to a different lens...
What Are The Different Types of Eyeglass Lenses?
What Are Single Vision Lenses? Single vision lenses are designed to correct vision at one specific distance. They have a uniform lens power throughout, which makes them suitable for people who only need correction for either near vision, intermediate vision, or...
What’s the Difference Between Prescription Sunglasses, Clip-Ons and Photochromic Lenses?
If you have a prescription and are looking for sunglasses, you’ll have to decide between prescription sunglasses, clip-on lenses, or photochromic lenses. Each of these options offers unique benefits and can be tailored to fit your lifestyle. What Are...
What Are Lens Coatings, Tints and Treatments?
When choosing a new pair of glasses, it’s helpful to understand the different lens coatings and treatments available. Lens coatings are applied to the surfaces of eyeglass lenses to enhance visual performance, comfort, and appearance. These enhancements can greatly...
How Does The Human Eye Work?
What Are The Different Parts of Your Eye? The human eye is made up of many different parts that work together to create the sense of sight. The major components include the cornea, lens, iris, pupil, retina, and optic nerve. Cornea: The cornea is the...
What Causes Floaters in Your Vision and Should You Be Worried?
What Are Floaters? Floaters are small spots, lines, or shapes that appear to drift across your field of vision. Many people describe them as gray or black specks, cobweb-like strands, or blurry shadows that move as your eyes move. Floaters are especially...
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AHLEM and (RED) Collaborate on Eyewear to Combat AIDS
AHLEM has partnered with (RED) to create a limited-edition frame supporting the fight against AIDS. This collaboration aims to raise funds and awareness for (RED)’s mission to combat AIDS and strengthen global healthcare systems. AHLEM commits to contributing 40% of...

Best Places to Buy Independent Eyeglasses in New York City 2025
New York City is known for its mix of fashion and design, and the city’s eyeglass scene is no exception. For those who value high-quality, unique frames that reflect individual style, NYC offers an impressive selection of independent eyeglass retailers. Unlike...

Shwood’s Smokey Bear Shades Help Prevent Forest Fires
Shwood Eyewear has partnered with the U.S. Forest Service to create a limited edition collection of Smokey Bear sunglasses. This collaboration supports real-world conservation efforts. A portion of each sale directly contributes to forest fire prevention, reinforcing...
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