As the largest stockist of designer sunglasses in Preston and beyond, we get asked lots of questions by clients looking for a new pair. So, we put together this article to answer some of the most common ones. If you need a new pair of good quality sunglasses, this article is sure to help you. …
Gucci is a brand renowned for its incredible showcasing of Italian style. For all the fashionistas around, or just those who appreciate nice eyewear, you will be glad to know that Gucci glasses and sunglasses have finally come to Preston. We are proud to now be listed as an official stockist. If we had to …
It’s not just about PPE… A Covid-safe eye examination involves using the latest technology to assess your eyes whilst maintaining social distancing.
If you are Looking For Lightweight Glasses have a read of our informative guide on the best picks that are currently out there. If you want the most comfortable glasses possible, the best way to achieve that is by opting for lightweight frames. Here at The Spectacle Factory, we stock several ranges of ultra-lightweight glasses. …
Whilst the concept of winter tyres or a winter wardrobe is quite a familiar one, less so is the idea of seasonally changing our glasses. But why not? Not only are the conditions and demands on our eyes different than in the summer months, how we feel and the way we dress is too. Therefore, …
Oakley is one of the most commonly requested brands of glasses in the world. People love three things about them: Straight-fit arms (rather than ones which curve around the ears) Good build quality A reputable, well known name But are they the only glasses which deliver on these things? Well, if you are willing to …
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In 2020, we are detecting more cases than ever of dry eyes. Perhaps it’s due to air polution, or increased time on digital screens. Whatever the cause, the good news is that treatments for dry eyes are better than ever. Dry eye disease is a common condition that occurs when your tears aren’t able to …
Eyewear style is very much influenced by the country of origin. We once described French eyewear as ‘probably the most creative in the world’, and so we thought in this blog we’d delve a little deeper into which brands in particular best represent French eyewear design. For us, the top french brands for 2020 would …
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There’s a good chance you’ve heard of Zeiss. Even if you haven’t, most likely you will have used products that rely on Zeiss technology. From Sony cameras to Apple iPhones, Zeiss lenses help deliver the best possible optics. Simply put, you get a better photograph if it’s shot through a Zeiss lens. https://stories.zeiss.com/en/ But you …
This article covers some of the new releases from one our favourite frame designers; Jean Francois Rey. His brand, J F Rey, is known for unique, avant-garde eyewear that tends to be 1-2 seasons ahead of the pack when it comes to trends. You could say Jean Francois Rey creates the fashions, rather than follows …
Watch the latest video from our YouTube channel to discover the new collection of Barton Perreira 007 sunglasses created specially for the upcoming James Bond movie ‘No Time To Die’. Each pair of sunglasses is hand-crafted in Japan with amazing attention to detail, and each one comes with a 007 branded case, guarantee certificate, cleaning …
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The Single-Bridge Aviator It’s very rare that we write an entire article to cover just a single pair of glasses. But this iconic new frame from Hugo Boss easily justifies the attention. First off, the proportions are simply perfect – not too round, and not too square. This means that they will suit most faces, …
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In our latest video, we explore Allied Metal Works frames – a brand which brings together Barton Perreira and Reykjavik Eyes. Bloomberg described Allied Metal Works as ‘the future of glasses’: Click here to read their article.
25% of driving is at night but 40% of accidents occur at night – and the accident death rate at night is 3 times greater. As an optician, the #1 complaint I hear about from clients is that they have difficulty when driving at night. It has always been the case that our vision simply …
If the eyes are the window to the soul, then glasses are the window to the eyes. As well as being a lens through which you see the world, they are a lens through which the rest of the world sees you. Robert At The Spectacle Factory, we are very proud of the advice we …
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