Eyeglasses News, Advice, and Tips

Reviewed by Brian Boxer Wachler, MD on July 7, 2023 There are many reasons people avoid wearing their eyeglasses. Maybe they don’t like how they look in specs or they’re afraid of being labeled a nerd. Some people worry that using...

Today, you can get sunglasses in almost any shade imaginable. Floral print, tortoiseshell, neon pink — you name it and it’s probably for sale. But most people prefer the subdued style and elegance of classic colors like brown or black...

Back in the day, people used to lovingly refer to strong eyeglasses prescriptions as “Coke-bottle glasses.” Translated, this means “thick lens glasses.” But with the advent of technological advances in eyewear, even those who need a strong...

For a lot of us, glasses can be an important extension of our fashion sense and personality— so naturally, it can be hard to say goodbye to an old pair of frames. Maybe your style has changed and they just don’t match your aesthetic...

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...

As your looks mature, it’s normal to feel like you have to make style choices that are more… “appropriate” for your age. Well, we think that’s all a bunch of nonsense. Fashion should be about having fun, right? Above everything, the...

So your lens fell out of your glasses. Have hope, because that alone doesn’t mean it’s time to buy new eyeglasses just yet. In many cases, you can fix a popped glasses lens without the aid of an eyewear professional. Most frames are easy to...

Many people wait for the first bright, sunny day of the year to pick up a new pair of sunglasses. Leaving this decision to the last second can often result in buying sunglasses in a hurry instead of taking the time to choose a pair that...

For decades, cat eye glasses have enjoyed a warm spot in the fashion world’s limelight. When they first rose to popularity in the early 1950s and 1960s, the flirty style was the eyewear of choice for Hollywood’s brightest starlets....