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Best Places to Buy Independent Eyeglasses in Washington DC 2025
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...
Status 06: New Limited Edition Eyewear from Movitra
Movitra, known for their unique designs and Italian craftsmanship, has unveiled their latest creation: the Status 06. This limited-edition frame is available in both sunglasses and optical glasses, each offered in three distinct colorways, with only 555 pieces...
Best Places to Buy Independent Glasses in Philadelphia 2025
Philadelphia is a city where history meets modern innovation, and this blend extends to its independent eyewear scene. From the vibrant streets of Center City to the charming neighborhoods of Old City and beyond, Philadelphia offers a range of optical boutiques...
New Acetate Sunglasses by T HENRI: The Valour
T HENRI’s latest release, the Valour sunglasses, are inspired by the Aston Martin Valour. This limited-edition car was designed to celebrate Aston Martin's 110th anniversary and is a tribute to the brand’s legacy, merging classic design elements with modern...
Celebrate The Holidays With Woodys Limited-Edition XMAS III Sunglasses
This holiday season, Woodys Eyewear introduces the XMAS III collection, featuring the exclusive Wish sunglasses model. These sunglasses blend elegance with festive charm, making them a standout accessory for the season. Design Features of the Wish Sunglasses...
Jacques Marie Mage’s New 2001: A Space Odyssey Collection
Jacques Marie Mage (JMM) has unveiled its latest limited-edition sunglasses collection, inspired by Stanley Kubrick's cinematic masterpiece, 2001: A Space Odyssey. The release includes two distinct frames, each meticulously crafted to pay homage to the film's...
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....
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....
EMBRACE: VANNI’s Latest Limited Edition Collection
VANNI Eyewear introduces the EMBRACE collection, a limited-edition collaboration with Elisa Alberti, winner of the 2023 VANNI #ArtistRoom Award at Artissima. This exclusive collection features two frame styles, each available in two colorways. It marks the latest...
Eyewear

Chrome Hearts: Distinctive Gothic Eyeglasses
Chrome Hearts eyeglasses stand out for their unique design. With a rebellious style influenced by gothic and rock-and-roll aesthetics, these frames appeal to those looking for something different. Chrome Hearts has cultivated a cult following among those who seek...

EMBRACE by VANNI Named Women’s Sunglasses Frame of The Year
VANNI Eyewear has received the Women’s Sunglasses Frame of the Year award for its EMBRACE Collection at the 2025 Love Eyewear Awards, held during 100% Optical in London. What is 100% Optical? 100% Optical is the UK’s largest optical event, bringing together...

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...
Lenses

What to Know About Screen Time and Your Eye Health
How Does Screen Time Affect Eye Health? Spending long periods of time looking at digital screens—whether it's a computer, tablet, smartphone, or television—can strain your eyes and lead to discomfort. This discomfort is often referred to as digital eye strain...

What Are Photochromic Lenses?
Photochromic lenses are lenses that function as normal glasses while indoors and darken upon going outside. While many people are familiar with the term "Transition Lens," it's important to note that this specifically refers to a brand of photochromic lenses made by...

Can the Wrong Glasses Prescription Damage Your Eyes?
Maybe you haven't updated your prescription in a while, or recently broke your glasses and switched back to an older pair, or maybe you're just curious if the wrong prescription can damage your eyes. Thankfully the short answer for most people is no. While an...