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Celebrity Eyewear Sightings for July 2009 (1 comments) hi…can you tell me the designer eyeglasses worn by sue herera on cnbc news thanks [...]	lori kramer 2009-11-03 13:58:24
Round Eyeglasses – What Goes A Round… (81 comments) what kind or round circle glasses was John Denver waring in the early-mid seventies I noticed b the end of hte seventies he was wearing squares [...]	anna 2009-10-31 06:07:02
Celebrity Eyewear Sightings for October 2009 (3 comments) Anyone know what kind of glasses Leonard wears on The Big Bang Theory? They look similar to the Shuron Freeway, but less chunky, which is exactly what I’m looking for. I want a classic retro look, but the Freeway is a little too bold for my taste. [...]	John 2009-10-26 20:15:18
What’s My Eyeglass Frame Size? (96 comments) Here’s what one of our opticians says: If the frame has a metal temple it is very possible to remove the plastic temple cover and trim down the temple piece to the size you need and replace the cover. If it is a plastic frame with a plastic covered [...]	Richard Burckhardt 2009-10-22 09:31:42
Lens Questions? Our Walk On Doctor Has Answers (2 comments) Sure. We can definitely do that for you in either a lined bifocal or a progressive (no line) lens. Please call Candace at 800-248-9427 to discuss your options. [...]	Richard Burckhardt 2009-10-16 13:43:57
Twitter Winner: Next Win Electric KB1 Sunglasses (1 comments) DAMON WEARS UR SUNGLASSES! RAY BAN ACTUALLY! HES A VAMPIRE IN A BOOK CALLED THE VAMPIRE DIARIES [...]	mandy 2009-10-15 10:17:19
Celebrity Eyewear Sightings (2 comments) Ryne is so perfect with those eyes in sunglasses! I love it! [...]	Larissah 2009-10-15 05:51:25
CooperVision Celebrates Success of Biofinity® Toric (1 comments) I have to say I had never been able to stand contacts and I have been loving the new Biofinity Toric. They feel so good on my eyes I even forget they are on sometimes. A definite must try for those who have been trying to use contacts and not able to [...]	Elisa 2009-10-14 14:51:58
Spotlight on Ray Ban Sunglasses (130 comments) Becky at Luxottica confirmed the Ray Ban logo is not stamped on the top of the frame front. If it is authentic the logo will appear on the XLT glass lens and temples of the frame only. [...]	Richard Burckhardt 2009-10-12 14:08:05
Hollywood Movies Eyewear Report (13 comments) What is the brand and model # of the black rimmed aviator style sunglasses worn by Sloan (actress: Emmanuelle Chriqui) in the last episode of Entourage which aired on Oct. 4 2009? [...]	P.J. 2009-10-08 12:09:14
Frameless or Rimless, What’s the Difference? (12 comments) Silhouette is a very good frame manufacturer and stands behind their products. You can contact Silhouette direct at www.silhouette.com . Yes that is typically the price range for the titanium temples through a retail optical shop. FramesDirect.com co [...]	Richard Burckhardt 2009-10-08 08:25:09
Celebrity Eyewear Sightings (6 comments) I’m so pleased to have located this site. Anyone know what glasses Janine Garafalo wears? [...]	Robin 2009-10-07 18:50:35
Hollywood TV Eyewear Report (1 comments) What is the brand and model # of the black rimmed aviator style sunglasses worn by Sloan (actress: Emmanuelle Chriqui) in the last episode of Entourage which aired on Oct. 4 2009? [...]	p.j. 2009-10-07 18:43:21
Celebrity Sunglasses & Eyewear Sightings (77 comments) Kevin Bacon……….He’s also wearing the same pair at the post Emmy Awards reception at the September 20, 2009 zimbio.com/pictures/ma3ebpydWZo/…/O4ilxfkbjva/Kevin+Bacon – Cached [...]	Rick 2009-10-07 18:34:06
New Eyeglasses & Frames Now Online (11 comments) Sorry, but what are Br506 frames? What brand? [...]	Richard Burckhardt 2009-09-24 08:18:34
Fitovers – Sunglasses for Your Prescription Eyeglasses (29 comments) Fitover makes an Aviator Sunglass that comes in a Matte Black frame with polarized blue mirror lenses (AV001B). Cocoon also makes an Aviator XL Sunglass but it is not available in mirrored lenses. The Fitovers and Cocoons are only available in plasti [...]	Richard Burckhardt 2009-09-24 08:17:10
Hollywood Movie Eyewear Report (27 comments) What are the eyeglasses that Nicole Kidman wear in the movie “The Golden Compass”? [...]	Sharon 2009-09-21 21:07:31
A Conversation with Laurence Lafont (5 comments) We don’t carry them. The closest we would have would be in the Lafont Eyeglasses collection. You might be able to locate a store near you that carries Theo by going to their web site – theo.be . [...]	Richard Burckhardt 2009-09-16 17:02:58
Celebrity Eyewear Sightings for August 2009 (5 comments) Hi, I really love Sarah Michelle Gellar’s sunglasses. I found the brand, Ralph Lauren but can’t find the exact reference. Can you help me please? Thank You Here’s the link to see what they look like. http://smg-france.net/photos/displayim [...]	Rachel 2009-09-06 08:49:35
DriveWear – Lenses that Change for Driving (53 comments) According to our Drivewear experts, the Drivewear lenses can be cleaned with a little dish washing liquid such as Joy or Dawn and rinsed in tepid water. They can be wiped dry with a soft cotton cloth or air dried. They should never be cleaned while t [...]	Richard Burckhardt 2009-09-04 15:41:42
Spotlight on Adidas Sunglasses (6 comments) As indicated in the comment above, just give us a call. [...]	Richard Burckhardt 2009-08-27 12:07:01
Glasses for Intensive Computer Users (2 comments) The Gunner Optices (non RX) are for people who do not wear glasses and want the benefit of the Gunner technology to work at the computer. These are also good for those who wear contacts. The Gunner Prescription lenses are for those who wear glasses [...]	Richard Burckhardt 2009-08-26 10:34:27
Who Wore Berkshire Chase . . . John Lennon (7 comments) Thanks again! I think you´re right, the black Shuron Freeway seems to be the closest to Lennon´s geek glasses back then. I guess I´ll buy them after all. [...]	Julian 2009-08-18 13:45:14
Top Eyewear & Optical Tools (13 comments) Here’s what Dr. Dhavid Cooper, our CEO, says: It’s called a frame heater/warmer… goes by different names. They are usually only available to the trade I believe, but you could try Hilco.com a supplier of optical equipment, or search for one on eb [...]	Richard Burckhardt 2009-07-31 10:26:29
Weekly Eyewear & News Updates for 2009-02-28 (6 comments) What is the brand of glasses DeNiro wore in the movie “What Just Happened” and where can I get them? [...]	Eddie Trink 2009-07-25 07:58:47
Younger Optics Offers Drivewear Owners Manual (4 comments) Neal - I am told that yes, DriveWear lenses are available in that prescription. You might want to go to our DriveWear Lenses page to see the depth of color and transition. Indoors they should be about like wearing a pair of light to medium sunglasse [...]	Richard Burckhardt 2009-07-14 14:34:31
Get Hooked on Costa Del Mar’s Channel C (1 comments) I rode with Jason Quinn at the Tennesse Triumph on the first day and was impressed with his attitude. He is a true proffessional and very well mattered. I feel he is a credit to your company as well as all of his sponors. [...]	Don Wagner 2009-06-21 12:55:17
Ray Ban Wayfarer – The Legend Renewed (9 comments) in Moscow, these glasses are 160 dollars, the cheapest! Very expensive for me … [...]	Jen 2009-06-14 17:44:13
Celebrity Eyewear Sightings for April 2009 (2 comments) What kind of glasses does tori spelling wear on her reality show this season. They look like a square frame. [...]	Debbie Sota 2009-06-11 19:20:53
Sarah Palin’s Eyeglasses (19 comments) As for the wrap-around glasses she has been wearing, if your referring to the ones with a big star on the temple, Bono wore them first and I believe they are Emporio Armani and part of the “Red” collection. [...]	Eric Witt 2009-06-11 09:19:04