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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...
KALEOS Unveils SHAPES #002: Limited-Edition Futuristic Eyewear
Continuing its legacy of innovative eyewear, KALEOS introduces SHAPES #002, the second installment in its exclusive KALEOS SHAPES collection. This limited-edition release, with only 250 units available worldwide, exemplifies the brand's commitment to pushing the...
Best Places to Buy Independent Eyeglasses in The San Francisco Metro 2024
San Francisco’s unique styles extend to its independent eyewear boutiques, where quality craftsmanship and creative designs take center stage. Unlike larger chains, these boutiques offer a thoughtful selection of frames from independent designers dedicated to artistry...
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Best Places to Buy Independent Eyeglasses in Miami 2024
Miami’s vibrant culture and fashion-forward scene make it an ideal city for discovering unique, independent eyeglass boutiques. Beyond the standard, these shops offer curated collections featuring frames that blend high-quality craftsmanship with bold, distinctive...
AHLEM’s Limited-Edition Louxor Frames
In a celebration of its 10th anniversary, AHLEM introduces the Louxor frames—a limited-edition collection that exemplifies the brand's dedication to timeless design and meticulous craftsmanship. Available in both optical and sunglass versions, each offered in three...
Best Places to Buy Independent Eyeglasses in Los Angeles 2024
Los Angeles has a distinct style and creative spirit, and this vibrant city is no exception when it comes to independent eyewear. For those who appreciate high-quality frames that make a statement, LA is home to an array of independent eyeglass boutiques. In this...
New Hypercar Inspired Eyewear from T HENRI
T HENRI’s newest drop of eyewear is a tribute to cutting-edge hypercars, blending exceptional craftsmanship with inspiration drawn from some of the world’s most advanced vehicles. The collection, which includes Utopia, Taycan, Sian, and Estoque, offers exclusivity...
Embrace the Darkness: Woodys’ Limited Edition Halloween Sunglasses
In time for Halloween, Woodys Eyewear has introduced the Shadow collection, an exclusive release of limited edition sunglasses crafted for those who appreciate bold, mysterious designs. Only 300 pairs have been produced and each pair is numbered. Aesthetic...
Vasuma x Wingårdh & Wingårdh: A Fusion of Architectural Design and Eyewear
Vasuma Eyewear’s collaboration with architects Gert and Rasmus Wingårdh from Wingårdh & Wingårdh is a marriage of architecture and fashion. This limited-edition collection features three models as both glasses and sunglasses—VW1, VW2, and VW3—crafted with...
Best Places to Buy Independent Eyeglasses in New York City 2024
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...
Jacques Marie Mage x Velvet Underground: Platinum Box Set
The Jacques Marie Mage x Velvet Underground Platinum Box Set represents a tribute to the groundbreaking legacy of The Velvet Underground, blending iconic rock history with the refined craftsmanship of Jacques Marie Mage. This exclusive, limited-edition collection is...
AHLEM x GAUCHERE: Limited Edition Minimalist Eyewear
The limited edition AHLEM x GAUCHERE eyeglasses collection is a striking collaboration between two Paris-based brands that share a deep commitment to craftsmanship, minimalism, and architectural design. This exclusive partnership brings together the eyewear expertise...
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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...
KALEOS Unveils SHAPES #002: Limited-Edition Futuristic Eyewear
Continuing its legacy of innovative eyewear, KALEOS introduces SHAPES #002, the second installment in its exclusive KALEOS SHAPES collection. This limited-edition release, with only 250 units available worldwide, exemplifies the brand's commitment to pushing the...
Best Places to Buy Independent Eyeglasses in The San Francisco Metro 2024
San Francisco’s unique styles extend to its independent eyewear boutiques, where quality craftsmanship and creative designs take center stage. Unlike larger chains, these boutiques offer a thoughtful selection of frames from independent designers dedicated to artistry...
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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...