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Lucas de Staël: Unique Leather Eyeglasses
Lucas de Staël, has carved a unique niche in the eyewear industry by blending handmade craftsmanship with leather. After gaining experience with various French eyewear companies, Lucas launched his own brand in 2012, establishing a workshop in a converted printing...
The DECADE Collection by Jacques Marie Mage: Celebrating 10 years
In honor of its 10-year anniversary, luxury eyewear brand Jacques Marie Mage introduces the DECADE Collection, a curated series of ten distinctive frames that encapsulate the brand's commitment to artistry, heritage, and craftsmanship. Each model in this...
About DITA: Detail in Every Frame
Founded in 1995 by lifelong friends John Juniper and Jeff Solorio, DITA emerged from a shared passion for design, photography, and filmmaking. Dissatisfied with the uninspired eyewear options of the time, they sought to create a brand that embodied innovation,...
MAISON GALACTIQUE by T HENRI
T HENRI, has just released the MAISON GALACTIQUE collection. This groundbreaking collection features four distinct frame styles, each incorporating a fragment of the Muonionalusta meteorite, offering wearers a tangible connection to the cosmos. The Muonionalusta...
DITA INOVATI: New Customizable Eyewear
DITA, has launched the INOVATI collection, offering customers a new level of personalization. This collection allows you to design your eyewear by selecting frame styles, colors, lens options, and embellishments, including precious stones. Utilizing advanced 3D...
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...
Best Places to Buy Independent Eyeglasses in Los Angeles 2025
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...
Eyewear

Bayria Eyewear’s Amman: Limited Edition Artistic Sunglasses
Bayria Eyewear introduces Amman, a striking new frame that embodies the essence of intrigue, and eccentricity. Limited to just 200 individually numbered pieces, Amman is more than a pair of glasses, it is a wearable sculpture, a bold tribute to the legendary Marchesa...

Etnia Barcelona Unveils Ibiza Vol. 5: Collectable Sunglasses With Mediterranean Spirit
Etnia Barcelona has introduced Ibiza Vol. 5, a limited-edition eyewear collection that encapsulates the essence of the Mediterranean island with the same name. This collection features four new frame designs—Ibiza 8, Ibiza 9, Ibiza 10 and Ibeza 11, each available in...

Weightless by Deadwood x Vasuma: Rimless, Recycled, and Radically Limited
Weightless is a new limited edition eyewear collection that strips away excess and elevates essentials. A collaboration between Stockholm-based brands Deadwood and Vasuma, the collection features two rimless sunglass models—Colletti and Macrelaps—crafted from...
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...