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Anna Barden

Anna is a content writer for EssilorLuxottica’s Global Digital Acceleration team. Aside from writing about eye care and eyewear galore, Anna enjoys shopping for vintage clothing and collectibles. She also dabbles in a bit of stand-up comedy.

Choosing the right lens material affects how your glasses feel, function, and perform over time. If you care about comfort, safety, or clear visuals, it’s good to know your options. This way, you can pick what fits your lifestyle...

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The Coach brand is known for its luxurious versatility in all of its product lines. From high-end chic to everyday looks, there’s a handbag, pair of sneakers, or set of sunglasses for everyone. It goes without saying that Coach is one of...

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Reviewed by Sonia Kelley, OD, MS on January 7, 2025 Many eye conditions are treated with eye drops, including uveitis, glaucoma, eye allergies, dry eyes, and more. Because these conditions affect your eyes and vision in different ways, they...

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Reviewed by Sonia Kelley, OD, MS on 12/2/2024  What Are Aspheric Lenses? Aspheric optical lenses are flatter than regular eyeglass lenses. They have less curvature than traditional spherical eyeglass lenses. Aspherical lenses also have a...

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What Are Migraine Glasses? Glasses for migraines or “anti-migraine glasses” are eyeglasses with specialty lenses designed to help reduce migraine triggers. Many migraine sufferers struggle with light sensitivity, and light and glare can set...

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How to Spot Fake Oakleys Oakley is one of the most sought-after names in the eyewear industry. But sometimes, recognizing a genuine pair can be tricky. Like many luxury and big-name brands, it’s not unusual for Oakley sunglasses models and...

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Can You Wear Glasses with VR? Yes, you can wear your glasses under a virtual reality (VR) headset. It may be uncomfortable if you wear a larger frame size, or if your headset isn’t properly fitted. But fear not; there are several options to...

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Does Ray-Ban Repair Sunglasses? It’s recommended that you contact the retailer that you purchased your Ray-Ban sunglasses from if they need a repair, because the Ray-Ban guarantee, warranty, and repair criteria can vary.   If you cannot...

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Does Santa always wear glasses? Well, that depends. Some Santa Claus portrayal artists don’t include eyewear, but many of them do. The portrayers who wear glasses often do so because of their own age-related vision issues or other eye...

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Reviewed by Thomas Stokkermans, OD, PhD, FAAO on September 23, 2024 What Determines How Long an Eye Exam Can Take? During a comprehensive eye exam, your eye doctor assesses your vision and eye health, taking a thorough look at your eyes...

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