Eyeglasses Archives

Very Peri: Why Pantone’s Color of the Year is Perfect for Glasses

Written By Kara Keigan

Each winter, just as fashion week is ending, Pantone releases a color of the year. The color of the year can be seen trending in fashion, design, accessories, and makeup, and this year is no different. This year’s bold color is the perfect place to get inspiration for your next pair of glasses. Somewhat purple, somewhat blue with a red undertone, the color—lovingly named Very Peri—instantly creates a good mood.

Pantone even goes on to say Veri Peri’s “dynamic presence encourages courageous creativity and imaginative expression.”

10 Common Eyesight Myths Debunked!

Written By Michael Healy

There are so many eyesight myths that we hear as kids: “Don’t sit too close to the television. You’ll go blind!”… “Turn on the light when you read. If you don’t, you’ll go blind!”… “Don’t cross your eyes, they’ll stay that way and you’ll go blind!”

These classic bits of eye health wisdom still ring clearly in my ears.

Unfortunately, I sat way too close to the tube, I read in the dark more often than not, and my friends and I probably spent a collective week of our lives looking at each other through crossed eyes… and guess what? My eyes didn’t stay crossed and, believe it or not, I didn’t go blind!

Fortunately, none of these timeless words of eye health advice shared for years by millions of mothers around the world have turned out to be true.

So where did these crazy eyesight myths—and the many others we’ve heard over the years—come from? And more importantly: are any of them true, or are they all wise tales and myths?

Here are the 10 most common eyesight myths and my attempt to use facts and research to effectively debunk each. I’ll start with the three mentioned above.

How to Look Less Tired: 4 Tips to Refresh Your Eyes

Written By Michael Healy

Believe it or not, lack of sleep has been classified as an epidemic by the CDC. In fact, the issue is so widespread that over 110 million Americans, more than 33% of the population, report not getting enough sleep each night. Sleeping less than seven hours per day is associated with an increased risk of developing a number of dangerous health conditions, including obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. In addition, it’s one of the leading causes of why your eyes look swollen, strained, and just plain tired. Because of that, many people wonder how to look less tired every day.

Chronic lack of sleep, or just staying up too late too often, aren’t the only contributors to tired or swollen eyes. Allergies, the common cold, and eye strain have also been known to give your eyes that “been up too long” look.

Let’s take a look at two of the most common signs of tired eyes and learn how to look less tired and more refreshed!

Contact Lenses for Kids: Are They Safe?

Written By Michael Healy

“I broke my glasses… again.” It’s the dreaded phrase heard by parents of glasses-wearing kids everywhere. In an effort to eliminate the inconvenience of lost and broken eyeglasses, many parents are considering contact lenses for kids, but at the same time, are unsure if wearing contact lenses is a safe option.

A lot of research shows contact lenses are not only safe for kids, but in some cases, can also help to correct vision and slow the progression of myopia.

However, just because contact lenses are safe for children, it doesn’t mean contacts are the right option for all kids. This article examines the research behind the safety of contact lenses for children, and considers the pros and cons.

Yellow Tinted Glasses: How to Style These Bright & Bold Shades

Written By Kara Keigan

Sunglass trends aren’t always the most wearable. From skinny Matrix sunglasses to oversized goggle frames, sometimes they can feel a bit extreme. So it’s always a pleasant surprise when a new sunglasses trend emerges that, above all, just looks good on everyone. And yellow tinted glasses fit into the category!

Yes, yellow aviators are almost a classic spin on the ’70s-inspired trends that never seem to go anywhere. But in addition to this staple, we’re starting to see yellow lenses in different silhouettes. From Y2K rimless frames to ‘90s rectangular shapes to oversized bold acetate frames, yellow lenses can update just about any frame shape. It’s easy to see why these colorful shades offer an undeniable cool factor to any outfit.