Author:

Rachel Shapiro

I’m a Florida-based lifestyle and content creator who writes about the latest in eyewear, from smart lenses to sustainable frames. I have a Bachelor’s degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University and a Master’s Degree from the University of Edinburgh. I’ve previously worked for Gemini Literary Magazine, Featured, Brainfall, Shareably, and The Feed. When I’m not writing, you’ll find me exploring museums, hiking new trails, or soaking up the sun at the beach (always with great sunglasses, of course).

How to Spot Fake Ray-Bans

Written By Rachel Shapiro

Ray-Ban is one of those classic eyewear brands that everyone knows! They’re famous for offering stylish glasses and sunglasses.

The brand is a popular choice for eyewear buyers. And unfortunately, that popularity has made them a target for unreliable retailers. These retailers try to pass off fake Ray-Bans as real products.

So, how can you make sure that the glasses you’re buying are genuine? Let’s dive deep into this topic to help ensure you’re only buying real Ray-Bans!

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Love at First Sightline: How Visual Cues Influence Dating Today

Written By Rachel Shapiro

Our eyes are often called the windows to the soul, and for good reason. They tell us a lot about a person, just like the clothes someone chooses to wear. While fashion choices still matter, singles today pay just as much attention to eye contact, glasses, and visual cues when forming first impressions.

As “swipe culture” and video dates continue to become more prevalent, people have grown to rely on appearances. With less reliance on physical presence, singles use visual details — especially around the eyes — to gauge confidence, personality, and attraction. After surveying a nationally representative sample of 1,000 Americans, EZContacts found that reactions to glasses varied not only between men and women but also across different backgrounds.

Let’s look deeper into these findings to uncover how eyewear and visual appearance affect attraction, self-image, and behavior.

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Protecting Vision in the Workplace: An Eye Health Toolkit for Employers, Trade Schools, and Labor Organizations

Written By Rachel Shapiro

Every day, about 2,000 U.S. workers suffer job-related eye injuries that require medical attention. Many of these injuries are preventable with the right safety measures in place. For employers, labor unions, and trade educators, investing in eye protection is not only a legal and ethical responsibility — it’s a practical way to reduce costs, retain workers, and build a safety-first culture.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through what you need to know about eye safety in the workplace. Whether you’re the owner of a service business or managing a medical laboratory, protecting your employees from injury starts with the right eyewear.