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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...
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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...
SHAPES #002 by KALEOS: Distinct Futuristic Eyeglasses
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...
AHLEM x Beck: A Harmonious Fusion of Music and Eyewear
In a remarkable collaboration that bridges the worlds of music and fashion, French luxury eyewear brand AHLEM has partnered with acclaimed musician Beck to create a limited-edition capsule collection. This partnership merges Beck's eclectic artistic vision with...
Boldly Fusing Luxury Eyewear and Hip-Hop Flair: DITA x NLE Choppa
In a dynamic collaboration that bridges the realms of luxury eyewear and hip-hop culture, DITA has partnered with acclaimed rapper NLE Choppa to introduce the limited-edition CREATOR x NLE Choppa frames. This exclusive release, limited to just 350 pairs, exemplifies a...
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...
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...
Eyewear
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...
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How Do I Get the Thinnest Lens Possible?
Whether you're purchasing your first pair of glasses or looking for a new set of frames you'll want to understand the different factors that contribute to the thickness of your lenses, especially if you have a higher prescription. Having thick lenses can impact not...
How Important is Pupillary Distance (PD)?
What is PD (Pupillary Distance)? Pupillary Distance (PD), is the measurement of distance between your pupils. PD plays a varying role in eyewear fitting depending on the strength of your prescription and the size of your frames. When selecting a pair of glasses...
All About Progressive Lenses
What Are Progressive Lenses? Progressive lenses are multifocal lenses designed to correct vision at various distances. Unlike traditional bifocals or trifocals, which have distinct lines separating different viewing zones, progressive lenses offer a smooth...
