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Prescription safety glasses are a very common accessory for employees working in certain industries, and the product offerings have expanded and evolved accordingly as consumers have expressed an interest in more style variety. But just because you need to wear safety glasses in your workplace doesn’t mean that you are resigned to wearing goggles or […]

You’ve undoubtedly heard the terms, maybe long before you had any idea what they meant. What is the Difference Bewteen Nearsighted and Farsighted? Nearsightedness, technically known as myopia, and farsightedness, technically known as hyperopia. They’re far and away the two most common vision conditions, and they’re fairly self explanatory. Nearsighted people can see well at […]

If you’re reading this you’ve undoubtedly heard the term “photochromic” used in relation to eyewear lenses, and you wonder what they are and what they do. What are Photochromic Lenses? Photochromic lenses automatically darken, in a matter of minutes, when exposed to the ultraviolet light of the sun. When the source of light is removed […]

Looking for a pair of sunglasses that suits your facial structure? A Guide to Sunglasses and Face Shapes Faces and sunglasses come in all shapes and sizes, and there’s a style of shades to complement every face. On top of that, most of these styles are available in prescription sunglasses nowadays, and some of them […]

Caught in traffic, with reflected sunlight bouncing off all the cars around you. Driving into the sun, no matter the time of day. And perhaps worst of all, early mornings or late afternoons, when the glare from the sun on the horizon is so bad it blinds you to the cars ahead. There’s no question […]

Sometime your outfit just doesn’t seem complete. Usually all you need is that one piece that stands out and completes your outfit all at the same time. Now, that piece could be just about anything, these days patterned or brightly colored pants, big necklaces and oversize sweaters but why can’t it also be your glasses? […]

With so many sunglass colors available, deciding which one to choose can be somewhat of a puzzle. There is no hard-and-fast rule, as lens color choice is subjective, and varies with the tastes and preferences of the individual. However, certain colors have certain properties and you may be able to narrow down the possibilities based […]

Do you like to read outdoors but suffer from presbyopia, the common middle-age condition that makes it hard to focus on objects up close? Like to garden, write a journal, work on a hobby, or engage in similar outdoor activities that require clear close-range vision? Sure, you can buy sunglasses and you can buy readers, […]

You’re likely reading this because you’ve seen the 2007 hit THE BUCKET LIST, or heard from someone who has about the glasses Jack Nicholson’s character wore in the movie. Perhaps a doctor, nurse, or rehab specialist has recommended them to you so that you can more easily read or watch TV while lying flat in […]

A common problem for people who wear very high prescription strengths is a lack of selection when it comes to frames. Higher prescriptions lenses grow thicker as they curve, so the edges are the thickest part; eyewear selection is often hampered by this factor, as not all frames can physically support thicker lenses. Even when […]

You see them all the time in department stores and drugstores: circular towers with row upon row of great-looking sunglasses. You probably walk right past them with a little twinge of envy. Why? Because you already wear glasses. Prescription eyeglasses. These racks of sunglasses are for people who enjoy natural 20/20 vision. They’re not for […]

Technically, the answer depends on how you choose to watch a solar eclipse. If you view a televised image, or a reflected image (such as that produced by an “eclipse box” or similar custom-made viewer), then no, protective glasses are not required. If however you choose to directly witness the natural majesty of a solar […]

Photochromic lenses, otherwise known as transitions, are a marvel of the modern eyewear industry. Invented in 1968 and available only in glass lenses (they’ve since become available and very popular in the plastic lens format), transitions have the seemingly miraculous ability to automatically darken and lighten depending on the lighting conditions. Indoors the lenses remain […]

With every change of the season we get to look forward to a change of clothes. For fall we get to switch from our beloved beachwear to something a bit warmer. Flip flops become boots and sneakers, tank tops become sweaters and hoodies and we start down the path of gloves and scarves. We have […]

Transition lenses are so useful… but do they have an expiration date? Do Transition Lenses Wear Out? Transition lenses are extremely popular and an asset to those who need glasses that provide sun protection and clearness indoors. Occasionally people with Transitions will have a problem with the lenses not getting dark enough anymore, and this […]

If you wear corrective eyewear, you’re probably used to making concessions. There may be certain rides you’ll avoid at an amusement park. You’ll probably have difficulty fitting those movie theater 3-D glasses over your own glasses. And at some point you’ve probably admired a pair of polarized sunglasses on a drugstore rack or seen an […]

Okay, so you have that nagging feeling that something isn’t quite right with your new glasses. Your vision isn’t as clear as it should be, or things are appearing fuzzy and indistinct. You may be experiencing a sense of tunnel vision. Perhaps your depth perception is just a little bit off. Is Your Glasses Prescription […]

Deep sea fishing is not just a sport, but one of those events that can easily become a highlight of the season. Whether it’s a father/son outing, a family bonding event, or a day out with friends, deep sea fishing can provide memories that last a lifetime. Picture this. You wake up before dawn begins, […]

It’s a common, unavoidable side effect of normal aging. The lenses of your eye stiffen and lose flexibility, making it harder to focus on objects at a close range. This condition is known as presbyopia. Presbyopia Condition in which the aging eye, beginning at around age 40, is unable to focus at all distances, often […]