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| Hollywood Movie Eyewear Report (41 comments) Does anyone know who makes the prescription glasses with clip on sunglasses that Russell Croe wears in the film A Good Year? [...] |  Dinky 2013-06-17 06:21:11 |
| Spotlight on Ray Ban Sunglasses (231 comments) Many Ray-Bans are made in Italy these days, so my best guess is that it’s from old age. Anyone else? [...] |  Eyeglasses Guy 2013-06-14 12:45:05 |
| Maui Jim Eyewear: Spring Means New Frames (4 comments) Thanks for pointing that out. The correct temple length is 120 for the Hideaways frame and we have changed it on the site. [...] | Eyeglasses Guy 2013-06-12 11:54:11 |
| Perfectly Round Eyeglasses Frames (15 comments) I’m also trying to figure out what make and model of sunglasses Tom Selleck wears in “Blue Bloods” – if I find out before you do, I’ll let you know … [...] |  Mark Bossi 2013-06-01 18:17:58 |
| What’s My Eyeglass Frame Size? (154 comments) I checked with our customer service supervisor and this was her response. I would say it is because the eye size is slightly bigger than what the customer might need. I would suggest a 50 eye size. [...] | Eyeglasses Guy 2013-05-28 17:08:32 |
| Pupil Distance & How It’s Measured (14 comments) Wow Optician, when you say you will never give a correct PD, that really is criminal. Its called MEDICAL MALPRACTICE and you can be sued for it as well as risk losing your license for either a period of time or life. Even if it is only for a period o [...] |  Joseph 2013-05-28 01:02:24 |
| Celebrity Sunglasses & Eyewear Sightings (115 comments) What is the brand/style of the sunglasses Jeanie Bueller is wearing when she’s in the car and says, “I hate him”? (Ferris Bueller’s Day Off) [...] |  Sarah Brown 2013-05-11 20:02:25 |
| Matthew McConaughey Sunglasses in The Lincoln Lawyer (6 comments) im pretty sure those glasses are the vintage model rayban w0964, i used to have a pair like that, but i lost them when i was in college, a mistake i still regret today….. [...] |  daniel 2013-03-24 20:57:10 |
| MLB News: Major League Baseball to Ban Use of Glasses & Contact Lenses (2 comments) That’s so stupid and wrong because people can’t help it and that’s just so unfair [...] |  Lea 2013-03-11 19:45:49 |
| Round Eyeglasses – What Goes A Round… (102 comments) I have just purchased a pair of Harry Potter glasses from Frames Direct, they are from the Savile Row Warwick range but am disappointed with the fact that the arms and bridge is not made from titanium. For what I paid I stupidly made an assumption t [...] |  Jacqui Ridder 2013-02-19 17:45:56 |
| Makeup for Eyeglasses (1 comments) I like the way you show the progression from no to the whole look with make-up. It really makes the eyes pop. [...] |  Eva 2013-02-05 14:38:07 |
| DriveWear – Lenses that Change for Driving (64 comments) No those are not available in Trivex. The Abbe value is 45 for Trivex. Abbe value poly is 1.59 and reg. plastic 1.53 [...] | Eyeglasses Guy 2013-01-25 11:01:32 |
| Hollywood Movies Eyewear Report (44 comments) I’m hoping to find out what the name of the glasses Camilla Belle wears in From Prada To Nada. They are dark, cat-eye frames with rhinestones on either side. [...] |  Raquel 2013-01-16 09:48:19 |
| Metal Eyeglasses Frames without Nosepads (2 comments) Check our collection of Saddle Bridge Eyeglasses. [...] | Eyeglasses Guy 2013-01-04 12:27:18 |
| Who Wears Berkshire Chase…Harrison Ford (1 comments) who makes richard gere’s eyeglasses [...] |  john 2012-12-26 14:14:21 |
| Oceans 13 Stars Sport Sunglasses from Luxottica (17 comments) What kind of glasses does Bernie Mac wear? The rectangle ones without the rims? [...] |  Austin 2012-11-24 22:44:32 |
| Consumers Should Beware of Non-Authorized Eyewear Dealers (2 comments) Luxottica is the licensed distributor of Burberry eyewear. With this license, Luxottica distributes the product to retailers. We are an authorized retailer of the Burberry brand and we receive daily shipments from Luxottica. We have been in busine [...] | Eyeglasses Guy 2012-08-31 12:40:05 |
| Optician Help Wanted: Quality Control Rx Inspector (2 comments) FramesDirect.com is now a part of Essilor of America and all job openings go through the Essilor site – http://www.essilorusa.com/EN/Pages/Employment.aspx. And, FramesDirect.com has relocated to Austin, Texas. [...] | Eyeglasses Guy 2012-08-17 08:36:06 |
| Protective Sports Eyewear (6 comments) Protection in eyewear should include something across the top too. Side shields are great but what about over and across the browbone? I need something like this and can’t find it anywhere except in a bulky safety-type style or goggles. [...] |  Zeke 2012-06-14 12:18:35 |
| FramesDirect.com Try On in The New York Times (1 comments) And great customer service!!! Ordered a pair of sports glasses and within an hour one of their optometrist called to ask what sport I would be using them. Told her for target practice at a gun range, and she replied “then you need |  Kathy 2012-04-23 10:14:27 |
| Are You a Fat Head? We’ve Got Your Sunglasses! (7 comments) Try the xxl brand or Hart Schaffer t-123 frames. At 160 mm temple length these are the best. Fairly cheap also. [...] |  Steve 2012-04-06 10:29:23 |
| Eyeglass Frames for Fat Heads by Fatheadz (4 comments) From one of our opticians: How we determine if a progressive lens will fit in a frame depends on different measurements such as, the frame eye and bridge size, PD (pupil distance) measurement, prescription and the segment height of the progressive [...] | Eyeglasses Guy 2012-04-04 16:52:50 |
| Fit Over Shades – Sunglasses for Your Prescription Eyeglasses (37 comments) Alex – The are some smaller sized Fitover Sunglasses that might work but it depends on the size of your prescription glasses. Take a look and see if anything works. Another idea would be a clip-on shade. This would be an inexpensive option. [...] | Eyeglasses Guy 2012-03-21 15:51:25 |
| New Eyeglasses & Frames Now Online (12 comments) Looking for Board Room Classics BC 910. [...] |  Don 2012-02-15 15:46:07 |
| Silhouette Sunglasses – Trendy Designs (13 comments) The Silhouette 8568 Sunglasses are apparently discontinued, though you still be able to find them online at places like eBay. [...] | Eyeglasses Guy 2011-12-30 09:33:59 |
| Celebrity Eyewear Sightings for December 2011 (1 comments) Any idea on these sunglasses? http://cdn.buzznet.com/media/jjr//2011/12/jesse-nordstrom/jesse-mccartney-nordstrom-03.jpg [...] |  Jonathan 2011-12-24 12:06:28 |
| The Beatles Sunglasses (1 comments) I like that the design is on the inside! A must for any fan I’d thought. [...] |  Frank Clarivu 2011-11-25 10:17:27 |
| How to Choose Men’s Eyeglasses Frames for Image (1 comments) I recently got some bold, thick frames although my personality is more on the reserved end, I think. I like them, maybe because I have an inner boldness that is communicated through the frames! Thanks for the post. [...] |  Frank Gilliano 2011-09-30 09:18:23 |
| The Importance of Girl’s Sunglasses (1 comments) True! Designer sunglasses are no more limited to an “adult only” territory. Today we can find complete range of eye glasses for any age or gender! There has been a large increase in eyewear designs especially for the girls. However, with its growing [...] |  Angelina Parker 2011-07-13 05:10:50 |
| Navy Seals Issue LCD Sunglasses (1 comments) Can the be used as perscription sunglasses? That would be EPIC [...] |  Only_Duck 2011-06-08 15:23:34 |
| Video: Dude Tackles Leprechaun (3 comments) I thought I saw blond hair and thought the dude had just tackled a girl. when he pulled out the sunglasses I realized it was an ad. [...] |  lance 2011-05-11 13:07:58 |
| High Fashion Contact Lenses (4 comments) These Lenses are just awesome. I think one of the main factors to maintain these lenses is hygiene. To maintain proper hygiene of your eyes you must first make your lens infection free. Wearing a contaminated pair of contact lenses would develop an e [...] |  Sarah Coles 2011-05-04 04:02:57 |
| Glasses for Intensive Computer Users (5 comments) I might have to go ahead and purchase a pair for myself. How much do they usually go for. There’s so much florescent lighting and glares in my office. It’s not too necessary since I have a big window next to me that provides a great amount of natural [...] |  Jes@ Computer Repair Ventura 2011-04-19 16:22:16 |
| Celebrity Eyewear Sightings for November 2010 (4 comments) You might want to look at Goldfinch G039 Kissinger in Black Knight which are close. There are also some black, plastic Ray Ban RX frames that are similar. [...] | Richard Burckhardt 2010-12-02 15:47:06 |
| Polarization Advantages in Fishing Sunglasses (1 comments) I always knew that polarized glasses helped fight the glare of the sun off the water when fishing, but never thought about the color of the lens matching the color of the water, makes sense. I’m in florida where the water is mostly blue to clear blue [...] |  Reggie 2010-11-24 15:29:02 |
| Celebrity Eyewear Sightings for March 2010 (6 comments) Yes, please let us know the pink/nude cat eye glasses Patricia Wettig wears in Brothers and Sisters. Must have them. Can’t find them anywhere. [...] |  Kelly 2010-10-30 17:21:37 |
| Win a Pair of Benetton Sunglasses (1 comments) What a great idea for a contest…I can think of several reasons why I should win a pair…haha. [...] |  Clif 2010-10-29 15:55:53 |
| Contact Lenses: Choices, Benefits, Buying (2 comments) I think with all the questions and doubt about wearing contact lenses the best thing to do is to consult the services of an optometrist… and what ever he or she prescribed that is good for you then be it. I heard about both the good and the bad sid [...] |  Pete 2010-10-25 06:58:50 |
| Video: Care & Cleaning of Contact Lenses (1 comments) I wear blue contact lenses. I also have some red contact lenses. My eyes are natural brown in color. I really love my contact lenses. Ii hope to get some softer core type ones in the future, as many people say they are very good and comfortable  [...]
|  Kevin Sorrell 2010-10-05 17:10:15 |
| Indiana Jones Eyeglasses (21 comments) I have bought from you two pair of these frames over the years and I love the style but the acetate workmanship is incredibly sloppy. The factory might say that they are glued on but my last pair had no glue. I learned this to my dismay as the acet [...] |  Steve O’Rourke 2010-09-17 14:40:12 |
| Celebrity Eyewear Sightings for September 2010 (1 comments) Any idea of which frames internet personality Alex Albrecht is wearing here:
http://www.flickr. [...] |  Jason 2010-09-03 17:32:47 |
| Christina Aguilera in Glamorous Oversized Prada (2 comments) I love Christina Aguilera! I think she has a real perfect voice. I mostly love her song “hurt” it’s so beautiful! It makes me wanna cry whenever I hear it. Anyway keep up the good work! [...] |  Jamie Kerestes 2010-09-02 05:40:14 |
| Celebrity Eyewear Sightings for August 2010 (3 comments) I’m looking to find information on director David Frankel’s frames. They look vintage, but I’m not sure? [...] |  Al pepin 2010-08-18 20:05:08 |
| Video: How to Measure Pupil Distance (1 comments) You can also use the new Pphone app Pupil Meter to get your PD measurements. You can email photo documentation of the measurements for review easily. Here is the link for more information. [...] |  tommy 2010-08-08 23:50:48 |
| Hollywood TV Eyewear Report (6 comments) I too would like to know which black aviator frames sloane is wearing in Season 6 Ep 12 “Give a Little Bit” that aired 10/4/09. Thanks in Advance! [...] |  SMC 2010-07-01 10:29:35 |
| Celebrity Eyewear Sightings for February 2010 (4 comments) I am trying to find a set of frames like those worn by Roger Daltrey of the Who–see his site or Superbowl 2010 performance for pictures [...] |  RussellSearight 2010-06-12 13:40:27 |
| Sarah Palin’s Eyeglasses (22 comments) If I may add a question for Babs – Did you have to supply a pattern for the SP lenses to put into the Enviso frame, and if so, where did you get it? [...] |  S. Tabaka 2010-04-27 14:19:04 |
| Twitter Giveaway Winner (9 comments) I’ve purchased many pairs of Costa Del Mars for family members at the best prices. And those are sweet. PICK ME! [...] |  clayton baxter 2010-04-11 20:05:36 |
| Eye Styles of the Rich & Frame-Us (4 comments) I too am looking for the eyeglasses Drew Barrymore is wearing in He’s just not that into you. She wears them a couple of times in the film, primarily when she is in the nail salon getting a predicure. I have one picture I found online of the glasses [...] |  Jennifer 2010-04-10 01:11:52 |
| Leaving Eyewear Product Ratings & Reviews Easier Than Ever (2 comments) This is great. Now you can get honest reviews on product before buying it. Thanks. [...] |  thebathoholic 2010-04-07 13:15:21 |
| Celebrity Eyewear Sightings (8 comments) This season Glenn Close is wearing reading glasses I would love to locate! Can anyone help? [...] |  lsp 2010-03-10 17:46:19 |
| Celebrity Eyewear Sightings for August 2009 (6 comments) What eyeglasses does Roman Polanski wear? They look a little like safety goggles, clear with a thin black line across the top? [...] |  alex 2010-03-06 10:59:26 |
| Frameless or Rimless, What’s the Difference? (14 comments) Chad - Please give Candace a call at 800-248-9427 ext 221 so that she can get additional information. She is our Customer Service/ Operator Manager and will be happy to try to help you. [...] | The Eyeglasses Guy 2010-02-22 10:03:59 |
| Multifocal Contact Lenses: Benefits & Options (2 comments) I have worn proclear multifocal lenses for a year now, and while the near and intermediate vision are pretty good, the distance is lousy. The lenses are extremely comfy, but the distance vision is an issue. I am going to ask about AirOptix MF this [...] |  howard 2010-01-30 06:52:02 |
| Celebrity Eyewear Sightings for June 2009 (2 comments) Looks very much like Persol 2586 but it’s discontinued. I’m afraid we can’t tell for sure from the few images that we have been able to find. Perhaps another reader has any idea? [...] | The Eyeglasses Guy 2010-01-19 17:33:14 |
| Celebrity Eyewear Sightings for January 2010 (2 comments) Can you tell me where to find the eyeglasses that Meryl Streep wears in its complicated…not the sunglasses, but her everyday glasses? [...] |  Jessica 2010-01-16 22:50:37 |
| Celebrity Eyewear Sightings for July 2009 (2 comments) I would like to know what brand Sue Herera eyeglasses is wearing? [...] |  Rhonda Kelly 2010-01-13 10:14:26 |
| Win a Wow-Packed Week in Maui (3 comments) Jamie - We don’t provide a code for the contest. The first week of January we submit the information on everyone who purchased Maui Jim Sunglasses from us to Maui Jim, who handles the drawing and the awarding of prizes. If you purchased from someon [...] | The Eyeglasses Guy 2009-12-30 09:26:20 |
| Randy Jackson Eyewear (35 comments) I would also like to know the designer of the frames Jamie Foxx is wearing in the link listed below. Picture Thank you. [...] |  3d marq 2009-12-19 05:52:41 |
| Michael Kors Eyeglasses and Sunglasses (2 comments) Do you have a MK (Michael Kors) man prescription eyewear frame model MK 553? [...] |  Paul Peana 2009-12-09 19:47:17 |
| Oakley Releases Jawbone Sunglasses (1 comments) I’ve found several websites that ID Booth’s Wayfarers on “Bones”, but I would love to know what brand/style Brennan is wearing. Does anyone know? [...] |  Gale 2009-12-05 19:40:43 |
| Weekly Eyewear & News Updates for 2009-04-11 (1 comments) I have been a sunglass enthusiast all my life. I enjoy, hiking, biking, driving, golf, and just being outdoors. I discovered Roxor sunglasses about a year and half ago. Roxor’s are fantastic! No matter what time of day or weather conditions I don’t [...] |  Craig 2009-12-03 10:23:36 |
| Spotlight on Adidas Sunglasses (8 comments) Sorry, but we don’t sell parts. If you need repair work done, you might check the Eyeglasses & Sunglasses Repair section of our Optical Directory. [...] | The Eyeglasses Guy 2009-11-30 09:59:27 |
| Serengeti Sunglasses Top 10 (2 comments) Naturally, you can get Serengeti Prescription Sunglasses online at FramesDirect.com. We also have an optical showroom in Houston at 3100 S. Gessner, Suite 329, Houston, Texas 77063. Call us locally at 713-914-0011 if you have any questions or need [...] | The Eyeglasses Guy 2009-11-16 09:18:47 |
| Last Chance to Save on Ray Ban Eyewear (2 comments) They are the Ray Ban 2132 New Wayfarer Sunglasses, which are VERY similar to the Ray Ban 2140 Original Wayfarer Sunglasses, just different sizes and colors. [...] | The Eyeglasses Guy 2009-11-12 16:57:47 |
| Celebrity Eyewear Sightings for October 2009 (4 comments) Any idea what Ewan MacGregor is wearing here? [...] |  ak 2009-11-04 21:56:01 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 (15 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 |
| Celebrity Eyewear Sightings: November 2008 (2 comments) Similar to #5 (… character actor Jay Baruchel (5) wears Ray-Ban RB 3016)… Do you know what frame Brad Pitt is wearing here: http://z.about.com/d/movies/1/0/u/V/S/benjaminbuttonpic7.jpg in Benjamin Button? Steve Earle wears a similar frame here: [...] |  abundantsink 2009-06-08 11:08:09 |
| Top Sellers: Fendi F664 and F664R Eyeglasses (2 comments) The Fendi F664R appears to still be available at http://www.framesdirect.com/framesfp/Fendi-tcqhpe/r.html . [...] | Richard Burckhardt 2009-05-30 11:55:51 |
| 10 Facts About Contact Lenses (2 comments) Studies have shown that while handwashing is important in reducing the risk of eye infections, most infections occur by storing contact lenses in overused, undercleaned contact lens cases. Clean cases equal clean lenses and clean lenses equal greater [...] |  Youreyesite 2009-05-29 08:28:11 |
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