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Swarovski Eyewear: When Austrian Crystal Met the Frame
From the workshops of Tyrol to faces around the world: how Swarovski turned cut crystal into a language of sparkle for eyewear.
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Ski Goggles: How to Choose Lens, Size & Model (Incl. for Prescription Glasses)
With ski goggles you pick the lens first: S3 for sun, S1 or S2 for cloud and fog. We explain VLT, lens shapes, helmet fit and what to do if you wear…
Science & Care
The Optics of Colour: Why the Sky Looks Different Through Brown vs Grey Lenses
A brown and a grey lens don't simply darken the world differently — they change which wavelengths reach your eye and how you perceive contrast and…
Culture & Style
Sunglasses & Film Noir: The Dark Gaze Behind the Enigmatic Hero
In film noir, dark glasses don't just block the sun, they hide intentions, build mystery and define the enigmatic hero. A look at their cinematic…
History & Brands
Marc Jacobs Eyewear: New York's Unconventional Spirit in Frames
How Marc Jacobs carried New York's unconventional spirit from the runway to the frames — a heritage that marries high fashion with a playful attitude.
Science & Care
The Chemistry of Acetate: Why Cellulose Acetate Became King of Frames
A nerdy deep-dive into the molecular structure of cellulose acetate, from natural cellulose to the plasticiser molecules that give frames their…
Sunglasses
All our sunglasses guides: choosing by face shape, polarized and UV400 lenses, sizes, trends and how to spot authentic Ray-Ban and Oakley. Written by the opticians of Eye-Shop.
Sunglasses
Ski Goggles: How to Choose Lens, Size & Model (Incl. for Prescription Glasses)
With ski goggles you pick the lens first: S3 for sun, S1 or S2 for cloud and fog. We explain VLT, lens shapes, helmet fit and what to do if you wear…
Sunglasses
Maui Jim Lens Materials: SuperThin Glass, Brilliant, Ultra & Pure — Which to Choose
SuperThin Glass, MauiBrilliant, MauiUltra or MauiPure? See how they differ in weight, durability, colour rendition and prescription options — and…
Sunglasses
Celine Sunglasses 2026: the Triomphe, Iconic Models & How to Choose
Celine is minimal Parisian luxury (LVMH, Paris), made in Italy by Thélios. The signature detail is the Triomphe logo on the temple and the CL model…
Sunglasses
Tom Ford Sunglasses 2026: the T, Iconic Models (Snowdon, Anoushka) & How to Choose
Tom Ford is American luxury made in Italy: the iconic T on the temple, FT codes, and legends like the James Bond Snowdon. A guide to the models…
Eyeglass Frames
Guides on eyeglass frames: choosing a frame for your prescription and face, acetate vs metal vs titanium, magnetic clip-ons, prices, adjustment and repair.
Eyeglass Frames
Rimless Glasses Guide: Pros, Cons, Prices & the Best Models 2026
Rimless eyeglasses guide: how the lenses attach, who they suit, which lenses to use, durability, care and prices from 58 EUR. Silhouette, Lindberg,…
Eyeglass Frames
Childhood Myopia Control Lenses: MiYOSMART, Stellest & Shamir Optimee
How myopia-control lenses (Hoya MiYOSMART, Essilor Stellest, Shamir Optimee) slow childhood myopia: when to start, differences and cost. A parents…
Eyeglass Frames
Prescription Glasses for Basketball and Sport
Playing sport with myopia? Why everyday glasses are risky on court and the 3 safe solutions: daily contacts, polycarbonate/Trivex sports eyewear, and…
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Reading Glasses: Ready-Made or Prescription?
Ready-made or prescription reading glasses? Comparison table, presbyopia powers by age (+0.75 to +3.00), when ready-made is enough and when you need…
Eyeglass Lenses
Everything about eyeglass lenses: progressive lenses, thinning index, photochromic, anti-reflective coatings, blue filter, high definition and what they cost. By the opticians of Eye-Shop.
Eyeglass Lenses
Frames for Progressive Lenses: Which Ones Work & What to Check
Which frame works for progressive lenses: minimum lens height, shapes that suit, what to avoid, rimless and free-form. A shape-by-shape table plus…
Eyeglass Lenses
Photochromic Lenses: Transitions Gen S vs HOYA Sensity vs Shamir
A shop-floor comparison of the three photochromic lens ranges we fit: Transitions Gen S, HOYA Sensity and Shamir Transitions. How fast they darken,…
Eyeglass Lenses
Computer Glasses & Blue Light: Do They Really Help?
What computer glasses with a blue-light filter actually do, whether they ease eye strain, who needs them and how to choose. Plus the 20-20-20 rule…
Eyeglass Lenses
How Much Do Progressive Glasses Cost?
How much progressive (multifocal) glasses cost, what drives the price, whether the gap between cheap and premium is worth it, and how to avoid…
Eye Problems
Clear guides on myopia, astigmatism, hyperopia, presbyopia, macular degeneration, allergies and habits that tire your eyes. When to change your glasses and how to read your prescription.
Eye Problems
WHAT IS PRESBYOPIA
Presbyopia (which literally means "aging eye") is an age-related eye condition that makes it more difficult to see very close. When you are young,…
Eye Problems
NEARSIGHTEDNESS (OR MYOPIA)
Nearsightedness, or myopia is the most common refractive error of the eye, and it has become more prevalent in recent years. What Causes Myopia?…
Eye Problems
How Often Should You Change Your Glasses and See an Eye Doctor?
How often you should change prescription glasses, the recommended eye-exam frequency by age, and the signs that show it's time for a new pair.
Eye Problems
11 Signs That Show Your Child Needs Glasses
11 signs that show your child may need glasses, plus the common childhood refractive errors and eye conditions and how often kids should have an eye…
History & Brands
The history of the great eyewear brands: Ray-Ban, Persol, Oakley, Carrera, Vogue, Gucci, Prada, Versace, Tom Ford. From the workshops to the iconic models we wear today.
History & Brands
Swarovski Eyewear: When Austrian Crystal Met the Frame
From the workshops of Tyrol to faces around the world: how Swarovski turned cut crystal into a language of sparkle for eyewear.
History & Brands
Marc Jacobs Eyewear: New York's Unconventional Spirit in Frames
How Marc Jacobs carried New York's unconventional spirit from the runway to the frames — a heritage that marries high fashion with a playful attitude.
History & Brands
Bvlgari Eyewear: Roman Jewelry Craftsmanship on the Face
From the jewelry boutiques of Via dei Condotti to eyewear: the Bvlgari legacy as a tribute to Roman artistry and Italian luxury.
History & Brands
Moncler Lunettes: From the Alps to Luxury Eyewear
How a brand born in the French mountains became a symbol of luxury — and how that heritage now lives on in its eyewear.
Culture & Style
Glasses as a cultural object: iconic models of the cinema, from Lennon to rappers, Top Gun and the Aviator, Formula 1, fluo lenses and pop culture, style and travel guides.
Culture & Style
Sunglasses & Film Noir: The Dark Gaze Behind the Enigmatic Hero
In film noir, dark glasses don't just block the sun, they hide intentions, build mystery and define the enigmatic hero. A look at their cinematic…
Culture & Style
Eyewear & Hip-Hop: How Rappers Made Glasses an Identity Statement
In hip-hop, glasses were never just an accessory. They were a shield, a statement and a signature. A cultural deep-dive from the '80s to today.
Culture & Style
Eyewear in Sport: From Edgar Davids to Modern Swimmers
In sport, eyewear moved beyond the role of a mere accessory to become part of every champion's personal mythology. From Edgar Davids to swimmers in…
Culture & Style
Fluorescent Yellow & Pink: The 'Tinted' Gazes of Pop
From Bono's yellow glasses to the fluorescent filters of the runways, how did the coloured lens turn into a cultural statement?
Science & Care
The science behind lenses and frames: how polarization works, anti-reflective coatings, CR-39, polycarbonate, Trivex, acetate and titanium, thinning index, care and cleaning.
Science & Care
The Optics of Colour: Why the Sky Looks Different Through Brown vs Grey Lenses
A brown and a grey lens don't simply darken the world differently — they change which wavelengths reach your eye and how you perceive contrast and…
Science & Care
The Chemistry of Acetate: Why Cellulose Acetate Became King of Frames
A nerdy deep-dive into the molecular structure of cellulose acetate, from natural cellulose to the plasticiser molecules that give frames their…
Science & Care
Colour Blindness & Glasses: The Science of Lenses That "Unlock" Colours
A nerdy deep-dive into the physics of notch-filter lenses that boost red-green contrast, how they work, why they don't cure anything, and who they…
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Second Pair: Why a Backup Pair Saves You Every Day
A spare pair of glasses isn't a luxury but a safety net - for the moment your main pair breaks, gets lost or is forgotten.
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