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Written by Sonia Kelley, OD, MS on September 15, 2023 A simple way to understand a diopter is to think of it as the lens power of your glasses or contacts. It’s a unit of measurement for how much a curved lens bends light. The number of...

As a company, we took time to have conversations internally about the events of the last month and on the effects of racial injustice and inequality. We also looked at our own internal policies and actions around diversity, inclusivity and...

We love what we do at Eyebuydirect (and we mean, love), but getting the chance to chat with LGBTQ members from across the U.S. for our Freedom Collection collab? Took that love to a whole new level. Maybe you follow some of these inspiring...

Librarian Look Glasses: Is the Look Outdated? Knowledge is the key to confidence. However! While nothing is more empowering (and attractive) than knowing your chops, the folks at Eyebuydirect have got an addition to that age old mantra — we...

As Eyebuydirect’s go-to glasses guy, I often get asked to try out different products and share my feedback. For example, I tested Eyebuydirect’s Transitions and photochromic lenses for a couple of weeks for a product review. Since I don’t...

Last month I was asked to write a transitions lens review. For those of you who don’t know, glasses that have transitions lenses—also known as light adjusting, light adaptive, photochromic lenses, or the brand Transitions—are clear indoors...

Let’s be honest, you could make eyeglasses from pretty much anything. And trust us, people have! Back in the day, tortoiseshell frames weren’t made of plastic or acetate, they were made from actual tortoiseshell! And the thick brows on...

When it’s early morning and you’re scrambling around trying to find where you put your glasses the night before, better vision would definitely be a plus. Even though eyewear makes for a fun fashion accessory, it’s not fun being unable to...

How Long Is An Eye Prescription Good For? Your glasses and contact lens prescriptions generally last for one or two years. This can vary slightly depending on local laws, so check the legislation for your area. Before ordering a new pair of...

When it comes to style options, sunglasses offer the best in versatility and function. It doesn’t matter if you’re a sporty athletic type, travel-savvy tourist, or a truck driver. Everyone needs a good pair of sunglasses! Now here comes the...