Author:

Amina Katana

My expertise is in fashion, lifestyle, and all things eyewear, which comes from my bachelor's in fashion marketing from the University for the Creative Arts and some humbling experience backstage at New York Fashion Week. Now, I've swapped the shows and studios for writing about the latest trends and how to choose the best eyewear. I’m from the U.K., and I’ve lived all over the world. I’m currently based in London, where I spend my time following the latest fashion and eyewear trends closely. I’ve previously worked for the Eli Z Group and Memocorp Australia.

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Sydney Sweeney x American Eagle: Sunglasses to Top Off Your Denim

Written By Amina Katana

Every few years, an ad comes around, and BOOM! The nation’s attention is captured. There are debates, there are buying frenzies, and there’s a lot of hype.

This summer, one such ad came out.

American Eagle was the brand that pulled off this now-viral ad that broke the internet. They hired Sydney Sweeney to, well, look like Sydney Sweeney in some fashionable denim.

And it worked. So denim is having a big revival!

As an eyewear and fashion expert, I wanted to help you with some eyewear inspiration for your denim collection! Discover my top picks.

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Discount Retailers: Where to Find Cheap Eyewear Straight From the Source

Written By Amina Katana

Looking for cheap eyewear? Who isn’t? Instead of overpaying, head online to find the best discount retailers.

You can get HUGE deals on everything from cheap contact lenses to affordable designer sunglasses! The best part is that there are numerous retailers to choose from. So, let’s see what sets them apart.

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Are The Best Contact Lenses Too Costly in 2025?

Written By Amina Katana

Lately, prices for everything from eggs to gas have gone through the roof. If you’ve worn contacts for a while, you’ve probably noticed that the best contact lenses seem to be costing more by the day, too. Or maybe prices are preventing you from even giving them a try.

What’s causing the rising costs? And what can we do about it? Keep reading to find out!

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Unpacking Gender Bias in Eyewear Marketing

Written By Amina Katana

Eyewear was once all about utility, practicality, and simply being able to see. Today, it’s a multibillion-dollar industry built on fashion, identity, and personal expression.

But with that growth comes bigger issues. One of the most overlooked? Gender bias. And whether you realize it or not, it may be influencing what you buy.

How deep does the problem go? Let’s find out.

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Help! How To Remove Contacts With Long Nails

Written By Amina Katana

I admit it. As a lover of acrylics, I’ve struggled to take out my lenses. When I finally decided to check social media, I quickly realized I wasn’t the only one trying to figure out how to remove contacts with long nails.

There’s a community of countless women worldwide facing this pressing issue. I’ve tried all the recommended methods, so you don’t have to. Now that I know what works (and what definitely doesn’t), let’s get to the bottom of this pesky problem!