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The New Fastback Collection by Brett Eyewear
The Fastback collection from Brett Eyewear is inspired by the 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback. This car is known for its sleek design and powerful performance. Brett Eyewear captures the essence of this classic vehicle in six eyewear styles. Each frame reflects the...
Best Places to Buy Independent Eyeglasses in The Atlanta Metro 2024
Atlanta’s culture and creativity make it an excellent city to explore independent eyeglass boutiques. These stores offer carefully selected frames that showcase quality craftsmanship and unique designs. Each boutique focuses on personalized service, ensuring customers...
Suggestioni Urbane: Piero Massaro’s Latest Collection
Italian eyewear designer Piero Massaro has introduced his newest collection, Suggestioni Urbane. The collection highlights the energy and creativity of urban life. Each frame is handmade in Italy and produced in a limited run of only 100 pieces per color. These frames...
DITA x Jenna Lyons: Limited-Edition LYONS Frames Re-Released
DITA Eyewear has teamed up with Jenna Lyons to re-release the LYONS frames. This collaboration brings back the classic rounded silhouette in two styles: sun and optical. Each frame is crafted in a limited run of 500 units, combining exclusivity and elegant design....
T Henri Releases New Limited Edition Rimless Eyewear
T Henri, known for its luxury eyewear, has released a new collection that blends high-end craftsmanship with minimalist design. This exclusive range introduces three distinct rimless frames: Spektre, Trofeo, and Evija. Each style offers a unique aesthetic in three...
Sospiri Eyewear: Limited Edition Italian Craftsmanship
Sospiri Eyewear, the luxury branch of Ottica Veneta, brings a unique blend of Italian craftsmanship and artistic elegance to their frames. Each pair of glasses is crafted with meticulous attention to detail, capturing the essence of Venice’s rich heritage and...
Best Places to Buy Independent Eyeglasses in Portland 2024
Portland’s creativity and focus on sustainability make it an excellent city to explore independent eyewear boutiques. The city offers a range of shops featuring frames that combine quality craftsmanship with unique designs. These boutiques provide an opportunity to...
Six Reasons to Collect Eyewear
Collecting eyewear is a pursuit that blends style, practicality, and even a touch of legacy. More than just functional accessories, glasses are a form of self-expression and artistry. Whether you’re drawn to rare designs, need a variety for different daily activities,...
Morel and Jean Nouvel: Renewing A Five Year Collaboration
Morel has unveiled its latest release bridging architecture and eyewear. The french brand has renewed its partnership with esteemed architect Jean Nouvel to create new frames for their limited-edition collection. These frames exemplify minimalist design and meticulous...
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T HENRI’s Birdcage Sunglasses: New Colorways Released
T HENRI has introduced four new colorways for the Birdcage frame, one of the brand’s best-selling styles. Inspired by the Maserati Tipo 61, famously known as the "Birdcage," these sunglasses celebrate the intersection of luxury eyewear and legendary automotive design....
Best Places to Buy Independent Eyeglasses in Washington DC 2024
Washington, DC, is a city where sophistication meets individuality, making it a great destination for finding unique, independent eyewear. From the historic streets of Georgetown to the bustling corridors of downtown, D.C. offers a variety of boutique optical shops...
New GTO Sunglasses by T Henri
T Henri has released new sunglasses, inspired by the Ferrari 250 GTO. Known for its sleek curves and racing history, the Ferrari 250 GTO is one of the most famous cars of the 1960s. This eyewear release transforms the car’s design into a modern, luxurious accessory....
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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...