Kids' eyeglass frames - the top three features to look for

Did you know? Only 10% of all eyeglass frames are made for children.

There are a number of child friendly features to look for in children's frames.  Here are the top three.  Read more...

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Fall 2012 eyewear trends

Here are the some of the Fall 2012 eyewear trends for men:

American Vintage

With influences from the ‘70s and true American style, frames this season will have men pining after these sporty, yet vintage-inspired frames. Wood detailing adds a natural vibe, while wayfarer shapes keep the geek chic trend alive and well. Retro aviators have also made their imprint on the runways, and are quintessential for any guy trying to emulate this look.

 Victorian Dandy

This fall, dandy details rule and men everywhere are taking note. Round frames - a la John Lennon - are a must for both optical and sun, whether in metal or plastic. Black, as well as classic and fresh takes on tortoise are key for this well-bred style, while keyhole bridges and browline frames add sophisticated, retro flair.

 For more visit  http://www.eyecessorize.com/trend.cfm?trend=60

Study proves that half the eyewear sold online is junk. Why read the study when you can enjoy this cool infographic?

It is becomming more well known that a recent research study from Pacific University has proven  that half the eyeglasses sold online are junk.  This blog wrote about the study just yesterday. 

Today, the BC Doctors of Optometry have come out with this infographic on the topic.  The information is in line with what we actually see in our Vancouver optometry clinic with patients comming in with headches, blurry vision and glasses that just don't work, fit or suit the patient's needs. 

Never draft a baseball player with blue eyes?

Josh Hamilton of the Texas Rangers blames his difficulties on the field on his blue eyes. Sounds crazy right? Not really.

Having blue eyes can make it more difficult for a baseball player to see during day games compared to players with darker eyes. Blue eyes have less pigment in them than darker eyes resulting in excessive light entering the eye which scatters to cause unwanted glare. Optometrists know the phenomenon as "intraocular light scatter".

Apparently Hamilton is struggling to find a sunglasses that he is comfortable with. He should find something made of polycarbonate (for impact resistance), with no-glare coating and with polarization. Polarized sunglasses allow light waves traveling in only one direction to enter the eyes, eliminating the natural, scattered way that light travels and making vision sharper and clearer.

Also, given the high rate of baseball eye injuries, why not use baseball-specific saftey glasses?

Watch this video from ESPN where the announcer talks about Buck Showalters's advice never to draft a blue eyed player because they can't see as well. Fortunately for these players, there is eyewear for the problem.

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