Eyeglasses, Eyewear, Sunglasses, Contact Lenses, Glasses

When one pictures a typical nerd, we automatically imagine a scrawny kid with scraggly hair, pimples, and thick glasses. While the other attributes can be understood because they simply aren’t very attractive, how exactly did glasses get pulled into this derogatory stereotype? One’s intelligence or standing social skills have nothing to do with the impairment of their vision. — Is that possibly what it’s about? A disability, so to speak? In the above description of a nerd, several characteristics that can put a person at a disadvantage were mentioned. A weak physique, wild hair, and bad skin are all some of the natural drawbacks of puberty, especially for teenagers, or young adults – these are all characteristics that separate the men from the boys. Therefore, physically needing glasses could possibly be seen as yet another “weakness”, and therefore prescription eyeglasses quickly became associated with a negative affliction… (more eyeglasses details…)

There are a few reasons as to why we may need to make minor changes/fixings to a new or existing pair of eyeglasses. Sometimes when you receive a brand new pair of glasses – particularly if you ordered them online – the frames are slightly off your facial structure. Also, after using a pair of glasses faithfully overtime, they may simply become a bit warped or faulty with a screw becoming loose. It can be such a pain to haul all the way over to your eye doctor’s office – and worse, they may charge you for minor adjustments. While there are certainly circumstances that require immediately seeking professional repairs – like if anything happens to the lenses, or the frame itself actually breaks – others simply don’t. Here are a few tips on how to fix up some minor flaws using household objects! (more eyeglasses details…)

Have you ever wondered if wearing glasses affects how you’re viewed by others? Well obviously anything we wear – fashionably speaking or not – is going to be added into judgment by others. However, the real question is “Do these glasses make me look old-er??” It’s an age-old stereotype that glasses make us look wiser. Another great commonly-known stereotype is that wisdom comes with age. So, by the power of correlation, we can come to the conclusion that glasses do indeed make us look older. However, do they really? (more eyeglasses details…)

There are many incorrect assumptions in regards to what eyeglasses are primarily made of, and because of this misconception, the ways in which you care for your glasses could actually be far off. While eyeglass lenses were originally made of exactly that: glass, due to our modern day capabilities, they are now typically made of plastic. This is for many reasons: extra durability, less weight on our face, cost efficiency, and often times shatter resistance – all resulting in further protection for our eyes. With the shift in optical production, a major change came in the way in which we are to clean and care for our glasses. (more eyeglasses details…)

If you have been wearing glasses for most of your life, think back to when you first got them. Were you in grade school? Perhaps you only got them as an adult. Regardless of how old you were when you first started wearing glasses, do you remember what prompted the need for you to wear them? Many children will not complain that they cannot see the black board in school, and it is usually the teacher who notices a student’s behavior changing or grades slipping before a parent does. The teacher will usually pass along any observations to the parents and the first step is usually an eye exam, resulting in prescription glasses. (more eyeglasses details…)

Have you ever put on eyeglasses after applying your makeup and wondered what happened to your look? You’re not alone! Many women with eyeglasses slap on their makeup in one of two ways. They either put on too much or not enough. Putting on too much makeup can make someone look old, dated, and quite unfashionable. Wearing too little makeup when you wear eyeglasses can make you look sickly, meek, and unapproachable. Fear not, there are a few tricks that you can utilize that will make your makeup application look professional and chic without trying too hard – all while wearing prescription eyeglasses. (more eyeglasses details…)

As time goes by one of the last things we think about is updating our eyeglasses. It isn’t until they are literally hanging on by a thread of plastic – or, if we’re creative enough: tape – that we even contemplate shelling out the funds for a new pair. Glasses are expensive! And anyway, why ruin a good thing? Well, there are a lot more dangers to keeping old eyeglasses than you may have anticipated. Besides the possibility that taped frames just aren’t as fashionable as one may think, it is more likely than not that your old glasses could negatively affect your vision. Furthermore, expensive glasses are a thing of the past. Enjoy this guide to better understand why you should stay up-to-date on your prescription eyeglasses. (more eyeglasses details…)

Glasses no longer need to be a ‘fashion negation’ – let them be your ‘fashion declaration’!! It may be something you never even thought about before, but how big of a trend setter could you be by matching your glasses frames to your current nail polish? We’ve found some fun ways to do it, so enjoy! (more eyeglasses details…)

Interestingly enough, vision-correction has been around since early Chinese civilizations. There were several unique – compared to modern-day knowledge – techniques to help people see better. Our ancestors’ ancestors used tricks with water, gems, and of course: glass to improve their vision and succumb to their optical problems. They even made make-shift glasses out of lead, copper, and wood; while the frames were very heavy, they did just about anything to help them see better! With this said however, the first documented evidence of optically-natured equipment wasn’t until the thirteenth century. Roger Bacon began using magnifying glass within lenses, and the optical race commenced! However again, it was not until seven centuries later that history reveals the closest resemblance to the modern-day comfort and convenience of individually fit eyeglass lenses. (more eyeglasses details…)

Experts say that you should change your eyeglasses typically every one to two years. If you’re like the rest of America, that’s probably not happening as often as it should. However, with the advancement of modern technology, and the development of shopping online, prices for optical-wear have decreased tremendously. Therefore, you no longer have a reason to wait past the recommended time period in between updating your eyeglasses. (more eyeglasses details…)

It may not be in the forefront of your thoughts when planning your next big trip, but since your eyesight plays such an integral part of your life, you want to ensure your eyes are prepared for anything vacation – or a business trip – may offer. What if your glasses break? What if you lose them on the plane? Or, what would you do if you saw a huge scratch on the lens right before an important meeting with new clients? A new pair of prescription eyeglasses aren’t exactly an item you can just pick up in your local rest stop. Taking care of your glasses is actually pretty simple, and we usually always do it well; but sometimes we just don’t plan ahead well enough when it comes to traveling. So, here are a few things to keep in mind for your next trip. (more eyeglasses details…)