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With Halloween just around the corner, it's important to start thinking of costume ideas. Even though we can't have the big parties we all want, that doesn't mean we can't dress up as our favourite characters. Swapping parties for virtual costume contests, household scavenger hunts or a Halloween movie night are great ways to have fun and stay safe. Looking to take first place in the costume contest? Or simply trying to spice up movie night? Take a look at our list of Halloween costumes for glasses wearers. Harry Potter - A classic but unbeatable choice. The thin round metal frames worn by Harry Potter have become iconic in the film world and beyond. Whether you're settling in for a movie marathon or looking to score 10 points for Gryffindor in your virtual costume party, you can't go wrong with these iconic frames. Bonus points and a few extra golden Galleons if you can find 2 extra friends to complete the meddlesome trio! https://www.instagram.com/p/CGUeT5InJM1/ Dwight Schrute - Identity

Sunglasses are more than just one-season wonders. Owning a durable pair of sunglasses not only gives you an all-year-round fashion accessory but also crucial eye protection. Whether it's protecting your eyes from the sun's harmful UV rays, acting as a protective barrier from wind and debris or simply being an unmissable fashion accessory. Sunglasses in Autumn are a must-have. Why You Should Wear Sunglasses in Autumn - Other than being an unbeatable style accessory, sunglasses offer great protection for your eyes. Eye protection is important to think about all year round and Autumn time is no different. Low sun, unpredictable weather and wind and debris pose a real danger to our eyes. Sunglasses offer a fashionable and durable solution to these issues. The Sun is in Your Line of Sight During Autumn During later months in the year, the sun rises and sets during morning and evening commutes. This puts drivers at higher risk of sun glare. The sun's lower angle mean rays often bypass the visor

Depending on who you are, having to get a new pair of glasses can be an exciting time or can be seen as an unnecessary expense. Regardless of how you feel, replacing your glasses is crucial for maintaining clear vision and eye health. So how often should you replace your prescription glasses? Optometrists recommend replacing your glasses everyone one to three years. This can be shorter depending on the condition of your lenses or any changes in prescription. Changes to Your Prescription - Most opticians would recommend getting an eye test every 2 years. This means that during the time in between replacing your glasses, your prescription could change drastically. Using an out-of-date prescription can have many negative effects on your eyes. These could include, but aren't limited to; Eye strain, distortion and headaches. When it comes to an out-of-date prescription, it is better to be safe than sorry. Old or faulty prescriptions could have a variety of effects on your eyes. We mentioned

#html-body [data-pb-style=RBGMK8N]{justify-content:flex-start;display:flex;flex-direction:column;background-position:left top;background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-attachment:scroll} It can be disappointing to spend time finding the perfect pair of new glasses frames, and when you try them on for the first time, things just don't look right. It can seem as though your new lenses just don't quite work as well as your old pair. This is totally normal and something that most glasses-wearers will experience. Common Problems Solutions & Tips Glasses Sunglasses Varifocal Glasses Sports Glasses Problems associated with new glasses Any visual issues that you may experience will usually pass within a few days. However, it's important to be aware of the issues that can arise: Eye Strain Your eyes may become tired and sore, leading to watery or dry eyes. Distortion You may experience some distortion in your peripheral vision. This is more common in high prescriptions or with larger lenses than you're used to. Fishbowl Vision This is the term given to vision that appears to be "bent" around the edges whilst maintaining clear vision in the center, giving it a "fishbowl" effect.

Johnny Depp has been a bespectacled icon of fashion for decades. From edgy teen, to even edgier Hollywood Legend, Johnny Depp has been playing fast and hard with the laws of fashion for as long as we can remember. From multiple necklaces to ample fedoras, there really isn't anything he hasn't worn and even less that he hasn't pulled off! Take a look at our favourite Johnny Depp sunglasses in the list below. The Depp Classic  Depp has been rocking these frames now for over a decade and what can we say, if it isn't broke don't fix it! These frames have graced Hollywood red carpets, starred in perfume adverts and been on more films sets than you can imagine. The small round build perfectly balanced by its heavy black frame makes a great statement. From rocking the big screen to starring in real life, these frames are the perfect accent for any look. If we can agree on one thing, it is that these frames have stood the test of time and have therefore earned themselves the title of a ‘classic’.

The role of eyewear in sports is often overlooked. From cycling to skiing, specs are used in a variety of sports. Glasses wearers can often feel alienated and excluded from participating in sports, especially contact sports such as rugby and football. Here are some tips on how to keep your glasses on during sports, and how to keep them safe. Contact sports and eyewear aren't a great combination, there is a multitude of ways in which your specs can be knocked off your face or become damaged. We recommend using specially designed sports glasses and sunglasses. These frames are designed to with sports in mind. With durable plastic designed to withstand impacts and a wrapped design meant for style and comfort. Even when playing non-contact sports, there is a risk of your glasses being damaged. Sports such as golf and running can benefit from specialist sports frames. They improve vision and clarity whilst maintaining a comfortable and secure fit throughout. Strength and Comfort - Most specialist

Best Sunglasses For Driving What are the best sunglasses for driving and are they available to prescription wearers? There are a number of options available to you when choosing the best prescription sunglasses for driving, these mainly come in the form of different lens options. At the low end, almost all glasses can be made as prescription sunglasses by having the lenses tinted and a UV coating applied. However, whilst driving we experience many hazards caused by the Sun. The most hazardous is sunlight which is reflected from a flat surface such as water, a wet road or even a car bonnet. This reflected light causes intense glare – but it can be filtered out by choosing a polarized lens option. Light conditions vary and can change at any moment, especially here in the UK. To combat this there are now lenses which are moderately tinted and then darken further in bright sunlight. These lenses are also available with polarizing filters to filter out the reflected glare-causing light.

Scratches are one of the biggest plights facing the modern glasses wearer. They never seem to appear alone, often popping up with no logical explanation as to how they got there. Not only do scratches affect your glasses cosmetically, but they also act as pesky distractions that can reduce clarity and your ability to concentrate. We recommend that you avoid using any unapproved chemical solutions or methods for trying to fix scratched lenses, as they often use abrasive materials and solutions. Even those labelled non-abrasive can cause damage to the lens. Instead, we recommend regularly cleaning your lenses and doing your best to prevent scratches using the below methods. Here are some tips on how to remove scratches from glasses safely and effectively. Cleaning your lenses – Instead of experimenting with how to remove scratches from your glasses, we recommend regularly cleaning them. This will not only help to increase the lifetime of your glasses but it will also help to reduce the visibility

You may have heard the term ‘prism glasses’ when searching for a new pair of specs, or have been prescribed them yourself. If you still need a hand getting to grips with the term or are unsure if you need them, read on to find out what prism glasses are and how they help correct your vision. What are prism glasses? Prism glasses are prescribed to those who have diplopia, also known as double vision. They have a slimmer apex and thinner base than regular glasses, allowing light to bend differently to sharpen your focus. This aligns the two images caused by double vision and instead trains the eye to see a single object as seen by people without this issue. How do prism glasses work? To understand how prism correction works, you must first understand how we see things through our eyes. Light enters each eye which then passes through the cornea and onto the retina. With regular vision, the eyes work simultaneously to ensure the brain sees a single image when viewing an object as the light

You’ve just completed your annual eye test, your prescription has changed, and you need some new glasses – but what do you do with your old pair? Unfortunately, your frames can’t be recycled by putting them in your household recycling bin. Largely made from both metal and plastic, it’s difficult for these materials to be separated. This, unfortunately, rules out the possibility of recycling. Don’t fret, however, as there are several other alternatives for what to do with your old glasses. Shop Glasses Shop Sunglasses Give Your Old Glasses to Charity Donating your frames to charity is an excellent way of getting rid of an old pair while doing a good deed. There’s a multitude of charities out there that will happily take them, redistributing the glasses to those in need... Marie Curie has joined forces with The Lions Club to help recycle and raise money for those in need... Keep Them for Fancy Dress We’ve all done it - Halloween is looming, you’ve forgotten to get a costume ready, and it’s