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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...
Fastback by Brett Eyewear: Evoking The 1967 Mustang
The Fastback collection from Brett Eyewear is inspired by the 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback. This car is known for its sleek design and powerful performance. Brett Eyewear captures the essence of this classic vehicle in six eyewear styles. Each frame reflects the...
Suggestioni Urbane: Piero Massaro’s Latest Collection
Italian eyewear designer Piero Massaro has introduced his newest collection, Suggestioni Urbane. The collection highlights the energy and creativity of urban life. Each frame is handmade in Italy and produced in a limited run of only 100 pieces per color. These frames...
Eyewear

V2 by T HENRI: Sunglasses Inspired by The Lamborghini Veneno
Luxury eyewear brand T HENRI has unveiled its latest creation, the V2 sunglasses, drawing direct inspiration from the Lamborghini Veneno—a hypercar renowned for its price and exclusivity. The V2 model embodies the essence of high-performance automotive engineering,...

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 ...
Lenses

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...