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Through the Looking Glass: Popular Styles of Glasses Throughout History

Through the Looking Glass: Popular Styles of Glasses Throughout History 150 150 jjeyes

Round, oversize, cat-eye, angular, sporty – if you’ve ever been to our boutique, you know we have tons of styles of glasses to choose from. But, how did we get here? Our selection reflects years of design trends, cutting-edge fashion statements and technical advancements. Read on to learn how glasses have evolved through history and…

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The Dangers of Sun Exposure & How to Protect Yourself

The Dangers of Sun Exposure & How to Protect Yourself 150 150 jjeyes

The official start of summer is quickly approaching, and you may have already started planning beach days, boat trips and backyard parties. Distracted during these fun outdoor activities, it can sometimes be easy to overlook the importance of protecting yourself from hours of harsh sun exposure. If sunscreen and sunglasses are already in your summer…

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Polarized Sunglasses Decoded

Polarized Sunglasses Decoded 150 150 jjeyes

With summer right around the corner, now is the perfect time to upgrade your set of shades. Boat rides, beach days and road trips are all on the horizon, but protecting your eyes shouldn’t fall by the wayside amidst all the fun. Selecting the right pair can be confusing though — Polarized lenses? UV protection?…

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Choosing the Best Frames for Your Face Shape

Choosing the Best Frames for Your Face Shape 150 150 jjeyes

Choosing the perfect new pair of glasses can be an overwhelming task. Which style frame? What color? Embellishments? Luckily, all you need to get on the right track is a mirror and this handy guide. We’ll help you determine the best frames for your face shape and skin coloring. Let’s get started! First, grab a…

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New Spring Shades

New Spring Shades 150 150 jjeyes

Sunglasses… an absolute must for any fashionable man or woman dealing with that Alabama sunshine during the spring and summer seasons especially. The greatest trends in eyewear can be found on the runways and on the faces of our coveted fashionistas. But, if you’re looking for your perfect pair for this spring, the ultimate shades…

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Glaucoma Checks and What to Expect

Glaucoma Checks and What to Expect 150 150 jjeyes

How are your New Year’s resolutions going? If you made it a point to maintain a healthy 2016, don’t forget the importance of eye care. Glaucoma, a condition of increased pressure within the eyeball causing gradual loss of sight, is a very misunderstood disease and is often overlooked. It is estimated that over 3 million…

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The Perfect Sunglasses for Mardi Gras 2016

The Perfect Sunglasses for Mardi Gras 2016 150 150 jjeyes

It’s that time of year again when we gather in the streets to celebrate with friends and catch beads as they fly through the air. Mardi Gras 2016 will soon be in full swing and to make sure you’re ready for the festivities, we’ve selected a few of our favorite sunglasses that will protect your…

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Flexible Spending Accounts for Optical Needs

Flexible Spending Accounts for Optical Needs 150 150 jjeyes

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) allow employees tax-free dollars to use for various healthcare expenses. It’s important to remember to use the entirety of the balance on your account by 2016, since many health insurance providers do not allow funds to roll over into the following year. So, with just a few weeks left to take advantage…

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Happy Holiday Shopping

Happy Holiday Shopping 150 150 jjeyes

Within a few short weeks, we will be cozied up with a mug of hot cocoa, lighting up our trees and wrapping gifts for family and friends. It’s true… Christmas is right around the corner! No matter how old we get, so much excitement comes with gifting. Watching a loved one open up that perfect…

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Advances of Progressive Contact Lenses

Advances of Progressive Contact Lenses 150 150 jjeyes

If you find yourself holding books, menus or newspapers at arm’s length to make the letters clear, it’s possible your eyes are suffering from presbyopia. Presbyopia is the gradual loss of your eye’s ability to focus on nearby objects, but it’s different from astigmatism, nearsightedness and farsightedness, which are related to the shape of the…

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