The colours of summer
I love colour – to me it is an extension of my personality and feelings. Colour has always been a prominent factor in eyewear collections, with variations being offered over different collections and different seasons. I would like to give you some background to the origin of colours and colour definitions, the meaning of colours […]
Summer holiday eye care tips
Here are some tips that will help your eyes over the summer. The best thing you can do to care for your eyes in the summer is to wear sunglasses, protective eyewear and a hat for any outdoor activities or tasks that involve potential exposure to toxic chemicals or other contaminants. While you follow this advice for prevention, you can make sure your children do the same.
How much does your vision cost?
– Ed The primary reasons for buying spectacles, is to improve our visual performance and to enjoy visual comfort when using our eyes. However, there is another very important component; the cosmetic appearance with our spectacles. Spectacles or sunglasses are probably the most visible fashion accessory we can ever buy. Yet, most people, even if […]
How to clean your glasses
– Ed So many spectacle wearers don’t know how to clean their glasses. It is common practice to see people use shirts, napkins or paper towels. The problem with these “cleaners” is that they carry dirt and fibres, that can scratch the lenses. So how should it be done? Easier than what you may think, […]
Are your specs fitting properly?
– Ed The fit of your glasses on your face is vitally important: the reasons will be covered here. On collecting a new pair of spectacles, care should be taken that they are properly aligned and fit comfortably. This is something that should happen as a matter of course at any optometric practice. Spectacles won’t […]
Buying Spectacles online. Good idea, or not?
Following a holiday season filled with quality time with family, gifts and shopping, I am faced with an interesting question, “How great is online shopping for eyewear pieces really?” I found myself asking this question after several conversations with friends about their habits surrounding online shopping. It is so convenient to shop for gifts, clothing […]
Have some fun while selecting your perfect frame
With so many frames in all shapes, sizes and colours to choose from, picking the perfect frame for you can be difficult. The Optical Assistant will guide you in the right direction, but the ultimate choice is yours! These simple guidelines can assist you to narrow it down.