Celebrity Eyewear Sightings for September 2010

Rookie King - Starting point guard for the Sacramento Kings, Tyreke Evans (1) wears Tommy Bahama TB536S from Altair. In addition to the Rookie of the Year honors, Evans also became the fourth NBA player in history to average at least 20 points, five rebounds and five assists in his rookie season, joining Oscar Robertson, Michael Jordan and LeBron James Lilith Fair - Bebe Neuwirth (2), who is currently starring as Morticia Addams in the new Broadway musical "The Addams Family," presented the Best Actress and Actor in a Musical award at the recent 64th Annual Tony Awards. Neuwirth wears the ...

Great Vision for Aviators

The flyspeck on the windscreen becomes an approaching aircraft on a collision course in mere seconds; a missed symbol on a map or a runway sign turns into a mortal calamity; a simple error in reading an instrument is a life and death matter in moments. Is it any wonder that issues related to vision are of paramount interest whenever aviators gather? Their own lives and the lives of many others depend on their vision and on their ability to meld visual information, knowledge and experience into quick, effective action. Eyecare professionals (ECPs) need to understand the unique problems of aviators' ...

FDTV – New Vision Video Hub Goes Live

Austin, Texas - The owners of FramesDirect.com, the online leader in eyeglasses, sunglasses, contact lenses and eyewear sales, are pleased to announce the launch of their new vision and optical information video hub, FDTV. Videos give web site owners the ability to post news and information in a popular and entertaining format and FramesDirect.com will utilize this media to provide up to date eyewear news, product announcements, press information and more. In addition, FDTV will provide inside information and announcements from FramesDirect.com and the people behind it, including promotions and commentaries from the owners, Dr. Dhavid Cooper and Dr. Guy Hodgson. ...

FreeVisionInfo.com Earns HONcode Certification

Certification Solidifies Vision Information Site's Credibility as an Online Health Information Provider Austin, TX August 5, 2010 -- FreeVisionInfo.com, the world’s leading online source for vision information, has earned their HONcode certification from the Health On the Net Foundation. This certification solidifies FreeVisionInfo’s credibility as an online health information provider, as well as an established business of legitimate, reliable and professional vision information.

Bands Celebrate the Birth of Ray-Ban Aviator

Ray-Ban celebrated the birth of the brand with a re-launch of their most iconic frames - the Aviator. To celebrate the legendary accessory, infamous punk-rock groups Iggy and the Stooges and the New York Dolls joined forces with The Virgins, Free Energy, Plastiscines, The Big Pink and We Are Scientists for live shows in New York and London. The bands united to honor timeless rock ‘n’ roll style with a series of portraits by esteemed rock photographer Kevin Cummins. As for Ray-Ban Aviators . . . Kids love 'em.

Iconic sunglasses

There are certain sunglass styles that we automatically associate with celebrities. These iconic frames have shaped the eyewear choices of the public for years. The first pair of sunglasses that come to mind when I'm thinking in terms of icons are Wayfarers. These are the sunglasses that you see on Audrey Hepburn in the classic, "Breakfast at Tiffany's"; the same shades are seen 22 years later on Tom Cruise in "Risky Business" and are worn by the Blues Brothers. Wayfarers can also be spotted in "Couples Retreat," "Takers," and "My Name is Khan."

Celebrity Eyewear Sightings for July 2010

In the Red - Actress Isla Fisher (1) recently sported Jee Vice. The "Confessions of a Shopaholic" star wore the Red Hot frames while out with her daughter in Los Angeles Enduring - Pop diva Christina Aguilera (2) sports a pair of Carrera Endurance sunglasses from Safilo in her latest music video, "Not Myself Tonight"

Get Going With Goggles This Summer

The first part of Get Going With Goggles discussed why goggles are an excellent eyewear choice for many types of sports and other recreational activities. The initial chapter explained the key criteria for dispensing goggles and examined the use of skiing goggles and swimming goggles. In this chapter, we look at goggles for cycling, ball sports and driving.

Sports Lens Technology: Deciding What Works for You

While most consumers are first attracted to a pair of sunglasses because of the frame style, discerning sunglass wearers are often just as interested in the performance features of the lenses. Thanks to recent advances in lens technology, today's sun lenses boast an almost unlimited array of colors, styles, designs, materials and treatments specifically designed to enhance the wearer's performance in a variety of sports and other activities. Because sun lenses are so rich in features, they present a great opportunity for eye care professionals to discuss a product's benefits and recommend a combination of features to best suit each ...

Gucci Aviator Sunglasses

When many people think of aviator sunglasses, they might not think of Gucci Sunglasses. The truth is that this fashion house offers a variety of the classic tear-shaped shades for both men and women. Below you'll find a selection of these designer sunglasses.

It’s Summer – Time for Swimming Goggles

It's summer time and the swimming is easy . . . or it can be with the right equipment. Bring on the swimming goggles and scuba and dive masks in child and adult sizes (both plano and Rxable) in an array of fun colors . . . for a swimmingly good performance.

Celebrity Eyewear Sightings for June 2010

Sun's Anatomy - Katherine Heigl (1), late of "Grey's Anatomy," wearing Ferragamo style FE 2165 from Luxottica Get on Board - Actor Kurt Russell (2) in Karavan 5357/5424 from Europtik The Queen - Academy Award winning actress Helen Mirren (3) in Diane von Furstenberg DVF 800S from Marchon

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Celebrity Eyewear Sightings for September 2010

Rookie King - Starting point guard for the Sacramento Kings, Tyreke Evans (1) wears Tommy Bahama TB536S from Altair. In addition to the Rookie of the Year...

Great Vision for Aviators

The flyspeck on the windscreen becomes an approaching aircraft on a collision course in mere seconds; a missed symbol on a map or a runway sign turns into...

FDTV – New Vision Video Hub Goes Live

Austin, Texas – The owners of FramesDirect.com, the online leader in eyeglasses, sunglasses, contact lenses and eyewear sales, are pleased to announce...

FreeVisionInfo.com Earns HONcode Certification

Certification Solidifies Vision Information Site’s Credibility as an Online Health Information Provider Austin, TX August 5, 2010 – FreeVisionInfo.com,...

Bands Celebrate the Birth of Ray-Ban Aviator

Ray-Ban celebrated the birth of the brand with a re-launch of their most iconic frames – the Aviator. To celebrate the legendary accessory, infamous...

Iconic sunglasses

There are certain sunglass styles that we automatically associate with celebrities. These iconic frames have shaped the eyewear choices of the public for...

Celebrity Eyewear Sightings for July 2010

In the Red - Actress Isla Fisher (1) recently sported Jee Vice. The “Confessions of a Shopaholic” star wore the Red Hot frames while out with...

Get Going With Goggles This Summer

The first part of Get Going With Goggles discussed why goggles are an excellent eyewear choice for many types of sports and other recreational activities....

Sports Lens Technology: Deciding What Works for You

While most consumers are first attracted to a pair of sunglasses because of the frame style, discerning sunglass wearers are often just as interested in...

Gucci Aviator Sunglasses

When many people think of aviator sunglasses, they might not think of Gucci Sunglasses. The truth is that this fashion house offers a variety of the classic...

It’s Summer – Time for Swimming Goggles

It’s summer time and the swimming is easy . . . or it can be with the right equipment. Bring on the swimming goggles and scuba and dive masks in...

Celebrity Eyewear Sightings for June 2010

Sun’s Anatomy - Katherine Heigl (1), late of “Grey’s Anatomy,” wearing Ferragamo style FE 2165 from Luxottica Get on Board - Actor...

Video: Eyewear Price Match Plus Guarantee

Full Size Video: Price Match on Designer Eyewear from FramesDirect.com In this video, Dr. Dhavid Cooper, CEO of FramesDirect.com, discusses the Price-Match...

New: Express Checkout for Non-RX Eyewear

We at FramesDirect.com are aware that time is a valuable asset, so we are pleased to roll out our new Express Checkout option for your eyewear purchase...

Celebrity Eyewear Sightings for May 2010

Enduring Look – Carrera Endurance shades from Safilo as seen in Rihanna’s (1) video “Rude Boy” Speedster – The U.S.’s...

A Work of Persol – Art and Eyewear

Persol is working it again. The Luxottica brand, presents the second edition of A Work of Persol, which renews the bond between contemporary art and the...

Metal Eyeglasses Frames without Nosepads

We sometimes receive requests for metal eyeglasses frames without nosepads as some folks complain of headaches from the pads resting on their noses. Metal...

Baroque Sunglasses by Versace

Versace Luxury Eyewear Fall 2010 Baroque-print sunglasses. It’s nice to see a name brand designer pull out a sunglasses style...

Silhouette Launches iPhone App

Silhouette has taken the iPhone to heart – and eye – for optical browsers looking to try on eyewear and sunwear. With the introduction of its...

Support the National Kidney Foundation and Look Good, too!

Anarchy Eyewear has teamed up with the National Kidney Foundation to help raise money and awareness for Organ donation and transplantation. To address...

Eyewear Product Ratings & Reviews Now Live

You asked for it, so we’re rolling out the ability for our visitors to write and read product reviews for any of our eyeglasses or sunglasses products...