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The Jacques Marie Mage SERGEANT Collection
Jacques Marie Mage introduces the SERGEANT collection, a unique reinterpretation of five signature frame shapes adorned with military camouflage patterns. Each frame is limited to just 50 pieces. This limited release offers eyewear enthusiasts and collectors a rare...
Best Places to Buy Independent Eyeglasses in The San Francisco Metro 2025
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...
Introducing T HENRI’s New GTB Sunglasses
T HENRI, known for its ultra-luxury, micro-production eyewear, has unveiled the GTB, an exclusive frame inspired by the iconic Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano. This frame embodies a fusion of high-performance automotive design and meticulous craftsmanship, offering a unique...
Best Places to Buy Independent Eyeglasses in The Atlanta Metro 2025
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...
Limited-Edition 007 Sunglasses by Barton Perreira
In honor of the 50th anniversary of the James Bond film The Man With The Golden Gun, Barton Perreira has introduced the exclusive 007 Scaramanga sunglasses. These limited-edition frames pay tribute to the film's antagonist, Francisco Scaramanga, and are meticulously...
Best Places to Buy Independent Eyeglasses in The Denver Metro 2025
The Denver Metro area has a mix of urban vibrancy and outdoor lifestyles, the region offers a variety of eyewear boutiques catering to diverse tastes and needs. From modern styles to timeless designs, these stores focus on quality craftsmanship and unique frames that...
WALALAND A Limited-Edition Collab by Anne & Valentin
Anne & Valentin, has partnered with French artist Camille Walala to introduce the limited-edition WALALAND collection. This exclusive series features three distinct frames—LALA1, LALA2, and LALA3—each available in three unique colorways. The WALALAND...
Best Places to Buy Independent Eyeglasses in Chicago 2025
Chicago’s thriving culture and diverse neighborhoods make it an ideal city for discovering unique, independent eyeglass boutiques. These stores focus on craftsmanship, individuality, and exceptional customer service, ensuring an experience tailored to your style and...
Tuatara by T HENRI: Four New Colorways
T HENRI has unveiled four new colorways for its Tuatara sunglasses. Drawing inspiration from the SSC Tuatara hypercar, these sunglasses capture the essence of speed, precision, and exclusivity in wearable form, with production limited to less than a couple hundred...
Eyewear

Limited Edition Eyeglasses for Spring 2025 by Sospiri Eyewear
The new collection features four new styles—RINA, ROSALBA, PAOLA, and PACE—each limited to just 100 individually numbered pairs. With this release, Sospiri reaffirms its identity as a brand that views eyewear as more than a utility. Every frame is a personal...

6 New Styles from Ultra Limited
Ultra Limited has released six new eyewear designs, each handmade in Italy and crafted through a detailed production process that can take up to 71 days. The name frames are original and strikingly vibrant. A Production Process Built Around Time and Precision ...

LAST FRONTIER VI by Jacques Marie Mage
Jacques Marie Mage, presents the Last Frontier VI Collection. This series draws inspiration from the American West and Native American artistry, reflecting a deep appreciation for cultural heritage and natural beauty. ​ The Inspiration and Story Behind the Collection...
Lenses

Can Glasses Help With Color Blindness?
The short answer is yes, there are in fact specialized lenses that can help correct color blindness. What’s even better? You don’t have to buy specific glasses for color blindness. Lenses that correct color blindness can be fitted into any pair of glasses, allowing...

What’s the Difference Between UV Protected and Polarized Sunglasses?
While out shopping for sunglasses you might have seen UV protection and polarization listed as features. While both are a good idea to have in your sunglasses, they serve different purposes. Understanding the difference between UV and polarized sunglasses is helpful...

Is Blue Light Really Something to Worry About?
What is Blue Light? Blue light is a type of visible light that sits on the spectrum just before ultraviolet (UV) light. It's a high-energy, short-wavelength light that makes up part of natural sunlight, as well as the light emitted from digital screens like...