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DITA Releases MM.100 Sunglasses to Celebrate 100 Years of Marilyn Monroe
To mark what would have been Marilyn Monroe’s 100th birthday, DITA has introduced the MM.100—a limited-edition sunglasses frame designed to honor her legacy. The frame draws on Monroe’s lasting influence on fashion and film, combining familiar elements of old...
MULSANNE by T HENRI: Sunglasses Inspired by Bentley Elegance
T HENRI has introduced a new sunglass style: the MULSANNE. A collector-grade frame inspired by the Bentley Mulsanne, Bentley’s luxury flagship from 2010–2020. From its commanding presence to its precision-engineered details, the MULSANNE captures the quiet authority...
New Collectable Buffalo Horn Eyeglasses by Akoni
Akoni has introduced a new level of refinement to its eyewear offerings with the release of the Crafted Cosmo a frame that reimagines Akoni's classic Wellington through the unique texture, warmth, and depth of buffalo horn. A Unique Look With Every Frame Unlike...
Speedtail by T HENRI: McLaren Inspired Collectable Sunglasses
T HENRI’s latest release, the Speedtail, is a frame inspired by one of the most sophisticated and aerodynamic road cars ever created—the McLaren Speedtail. Known for its streamlined silhouette, futuristic engineering, and limited production, the McLaren Speedtail set...
Jacques Marie Mage Introduces Éditions Pliables: Collectable Folding Eyeglasses
Jacques Marie Mage launches Éditions Pliables, an all-new limited-edition series that introduces two elegant, foldable titanium frames: the Archibald and the Koenig. Designed with the spirit of modernism and precision, these frames combine Japanese craftsmanship with...
T HENRI Unveils The C2: New Limited Edition Sunglasses
T HENRI’s newest release, the C2, channels the sculptural aggression and sleek performance of the Nazca C2 supercar into a highly collectible piece of eyewear. Bold, refined, and unmistakable in silhouette, this new sunglass frame embodies the balance between design...
A Study in Simplicity: MOREL and Jean Nouvel Collaborate Once More
In their sixth collaboration, French eyewear house MOREL and celebrated architect Jean Nouvel return with a new edition of minimalist sunglasses. The partnership continues to blur the lines between industrial design and wearable object. These latest frames build upon...
LOOK Joins Forces With FM Factory Racing Team to Launch the TRI-X Sunglasses
In a bold fusion of speed, vision, and innovation, LOOK Eyewear has announced its official technical partnership with the FM Factory Racing Team, one of the most promising new entrants to the Enduro World Championship. This dynamic collaboration marks the debut of the...
Pastel Toned Collectable Eyeglasses: Suede by Jacques Marie Mage
This ultra-limited capsule breathes soft-spoken vibrancy into five of the brand’s most celebrated silhouettes, each reimagined in sun-faded matte pastel hues. Crafted in plant-based acetate and produced in just 50 pieces per colorway, the Suede collection presents a...
Eyewear

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...
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How Do UV Rays Affect Your Eyes?
What Are UV Rays? Ultraviolet (UV) rays are a type of electromagnetic radiation that comes from the sun. There are three main types of UV rays: UVA, UVB, and UVC. While UVC rays are blocked by the Earth's atmosphere and don’t reach us, both UVA and UVB rays...

When Should I Update My Prescription
Keeping your vision sharp is important, but regular eye exams do more than just ensure you can see clearly. An eye exam can also serve as a window into your overall health. Eye doctors can detect various health conditions that may not show other obvious symptoms,...

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...