Glasses

One of the latest trends in eyewear is the advent of interchangeable customizable frames. Some of these glasses are designed through 3D scans and prints, while others use mobile apps. The result is more variety of appearances for customers. What Are Interchangeable Customizable Frames? Customizable glasses with interchangeable customizable frames allow you to select a […]

Target Optical is an eyewear company owned by Luxottica, an Italian company that is the world’s largest eyewear company. Its stores are located exclusively in Target retail stores. Started in 1995 as Cole National Corp., it has more than 500 retail shops throughout the country, making it one of the largest U.S. eyeglasses companies. Most […]

Many people have eyeglasses that no longer have the correct prescription but whose frames and other parts are still in good shape. If you do not want to throw them away, donating your old glasses is a viable option. A number of non-profit organizations and eyeglass manufacturers accept donations with the goal of recycling the […]

Rimless glasses come without any frame leaving their lenses exposed. They are best for people looking for a minimalist design and offer a wider field of view. They are also lightweight and comfortable, among other benefits. The rimless glasses come in different styles suiting varying facial features and preferences. For the best shopping experience, you […]

It was not that long ago that when you needed new prescription lenses, you had to order all new glasses. Not anymore. You can order replacement prescription lenses for your existing frames. Ordering is easy, but you have to know where to go to get your new replacement lenses. Where to Get Replacements Prescription Lenses […]

The cost of prescription glasses depends on multiple factors, including your vendor, frames, lenses, and add-ons. Your location and insurance coverage matters too. Prices can range from less than a hundred to a thousand or more. Getting New Prescription Glasses  According to a study by the American Academy of Ophthalmology, more than half the U.S. population […]

Reading glasses come in all sizes, styles and strengths. You can buy them in almost any drug store, grocery store or department store. To calculate how powerful you need your reading glasses to be, you should know definitively how poor — or how strong — your near vision is. See an eye doctor for an […]

Sunglasses are an important piece of personal equipment when you are in a snow environment. They make vision better and easier on your eyes by fighting glare and elements in the outdoors. Learn tips to picking out the best sunglasses to wear in the snow.  Why Wear Sunglasses in the Snow The easiest explanation for […]

What should you consider when picking out new glasses? Start with your face shape. Research shows facial geometry generally factors into the way we perceive beauty. While a cultural component matters, it is broadly true that certain shapes appeal to the eye. By extension, how we accentuate our faces, such as with glasses, also depends on […]

Trifocal glasses solve vision issues for someone who has difficulty with up-close vision as well as with seeing clearly at intermediate and faraway distances. The lenses have two lines in them to separate the three fields of focus. Most glasses correct only one field, and bifocals help with two fields. Someone who needs trifocals to […]

The best protective eyewear for work, sports and other activities can vary by the kind of work you do and the kind of protection you need. Glasses and goggles can have prescription lenses or non-prescription lenses. Face shields are also an option. Look for eyewear that is lightweight and comfortable to wear. You can also […]

Researchers say Americans spend nearly half their waking hours looking at screens. While glancing at a text message on your phone may cause no problem at all, watching a computer screen all day long — followed by a long evening of smartphone use — can take a toll. Computer glasses may help. Some computer glasses […]