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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In this blog we take a look at Zeiss SmartLife Varifocal lenses, and why they are probably the best varifocals for you. You can learn more about Zeiss here. 2020 certainly has been a bizarre year. But despite the circumstances there is one societal trend that is not going away (if anything the recent pandemic …
In our latest video, we explore the first leaks around Apple’s upcoming wearable technology, ‘Apple Glass’. Apple aren’t the first to invest time and money in researching smart glasses, but they may well prove to be the most successful. Our video covers some of the finer details which have emerged with these brand new leaks. …
Minimalist products are something that many of us are attracted to. But what defines minimalism? Take an iPad. Beneath its exterior, it might be complex, but aesthetically, it’s simple. Clean. Iconic. It’s a style accessory in addition to its utility. It makes you feel good to own one and use one every day. You can …
“These are the best prescription cycling frames I’ve worn. I particularly like how they work for me with the prescription insert, which covers my field of vision really well compared to other brands I have tried.” Paul Whitfield Eyewear designed for any run or ride. Is this blog, we’re going to be taking a close …
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