Silmo d’Or announces 2026 jury president
Silmo Paris has entrusted the presidency of its jury to Belgian industrial designer Joachim Froment
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Dispensing and Style
Silmo Riyadh opens new optical territory
Responding to the rapid evolution of the vision care market in the Middle East, Silmo is launching Silmo Riyadh, which will be held 2–4 April 2027 at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition C…
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Born to rock
Woodys Eyewear launches a limited-edition collection inspired by Queen, featuring guitar-themed temples, vinyl record engravings, and vinyl/acetate fronts. The collection
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Danish ingenuity
Danish designer Lau Ruge integrates engineering into Prodesign's Proflex series eyewear, transforming the temple's flex zone into a sculptural design.
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Safilo snaps up Serengeti
Safilo Group is acquiring Bollé Brands SPY+ and Serengeti, two iconic US brands, to strengthen its presence in the sports and high-end eyewear segments. Serengeti is noted for its mineral lenses and American heritage.
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How you show up – and why it matters
Professionalism for dispensing opticians encompasses clinical competence, interpersonal skills, and personal and practice presentation. Upholding these standards builds reputation, improves workplace relationships, and enhances business opportunities.
Chedy Kalach4 min read
Misidentifying lens distortion as a source of rejection
This is the first of a two-part series explaining the optical mechanisms and perceptual interpretations of distortion. Part two will examine clinical strategies to resolve distortion. As prescriptions
Dr Grant Hannaford10 min read
Where is your inventory strategy taking you?
Inventory management is one of the most impactful ways I support practices. Done well, it streamlines systems, improves cash flow, enhances the patient experience and increases profitability. Conversely, poorly managed inventory can create stress, tie up cash and limit a practice’s ability to grow.
Laura Davies Flannagan5 min read
Winning back the progressive quitters
“I’ve tried progressives before – they just didn’t work for me.” It’s a sentence many dispensing opticians (DOs) have heard before, often delivered with a sense of finality. But what if a past failure doesn’t need to be the end of the story? With the right approach, tools and product knowledge, it’s
Eva Walker5 min read
Silmo Paris 2025 – shaping the future of optics
The impression Silmo Paris 2025 leaves you with is that change is everywhere and happening at a pace that is absolutely mind-boggling… and slightly frightening. But there is opportunity, positivity and an industry gearing up to transition into a future where elements, such as smartglasses, will like
Susanne Bradley7 min read
Uncovering the secrets to driving Christmas footfall and sales
Throughout the retail calendar, I’ve noticed that window displays are changed frequently to align with various events. In fact, if you take a closer look, you'll find that each month has its own celeb
Siu Yin-Shing5 min read
Precision matters in kids' lens prescribing
For kids, accuracy in lens power is about achieving clear vision and supporting good visual development
Dr Grant Hannaford5 min read