The Council of Fashion Designers of America (edCFDA) and Vision Expo have launched the second annual Vision Expo Global Talent Search to find emerging eyewear designers. Open to all participants of
The desire to make a positive impact on the planet and reduce our carbon footprint is more widespread than ever before. We may switch our plastic food storage containers for glass ones, purchase an electric vehicle instead of a gas-guzzling car and even start composting our food waste, but sustainab
When you hear the term ‘health and safety at work’, I assume you automatically think about your own workplace, staff or safety spectacles. I do. But as dispensing opticians, there is much more we can do in the realm of workplace safety for our customers.
Gal Gadot, the Israeli actress who took up the lasso of Wonder Woman, revealed she was suffering from photophobia during the filming of Justice League (2017). Thirty-six-year-old Gadot told W Magazine that she developed severe migraines with painful light sensitivity, which led her to start wearing
In today’s society there seems to be a lot of emphasis on maintaining that youthful look. Recently, Jennifer Lopez turned 52 and the media went into a frenzy, obsessing over her exercise, beauty and make-up regimes. What if I said to you that eyewear can help your clients achieve that youthful look
The New York-based Accessories Council marked its third-annual Design Excellence Awards with a virtual ceremony honouring brands for their ‘outstanding’ design achievements.
Do you recall the best customer service you ever received? I’m sure it felt effortless, like their service and product was tailored just for you. That’s because it was.
Prodesign’s Conicals line blends an oversized acetate front with slim and elegant titanium temples to give these sunglasses their unique flair. The retro cat-eye shape comes in various solid and
Morel’s latest sunglass collection, Nude, comprises translucent styles that highlight sun-kissed skin while giving the wearer a sophisticated, contemporary look. Butterfly-shaped model 80048A is a blend of modernity and classic design. The slightly oversized shape makes this elegant model a must-hav
Across the board, those in the optical lens business agree one of the biggest summer sunglasses trends will be the retro look reflecting the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s. Adam McMahon, Transitions Optical key account manager, says, “bold geometric shapes – rectangle, round, triangle and square,” are definite
As practices stock up ahead of the next Southern Hemisphere summer, this year’s most stylish sunnies are all about being subtle but having fun, reports Jai Breitnauer.
De Rigo has launched its fourth house brand, Yalea, designed and produced with women in mind.
