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Finn Bowyer - July 14, 2021We're told all the time about how to keep our bodies healthy but our eyes can be easily forgotten. With phones and computers becoming integral to our daily lives, screens can put a lot of strain on our eyes. In this blog, we'll give you 5 top eye exercises for keeping your eyes hydrated and healthy. Blink away When we're working at a computer and on a screen, our blinking is much less of a priority. We forget and we blink far less often. This leads to dry eyes and fatigue. Avoid this by making a conscious decision to focus more on your blinking. The best way to do this is to blink but to close your eyes for around half a second before reopening them. Doing this 15-20 times is a quick and easy way to help rehydrate your eyes, avoid fatigue and keep them feeling fresh. This is one of the easiest but most effective of our eye exercises.
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July 07, 2021Founded in 2003 when designers Julian Dunkerton and James holder joined forces to create and develop a new in-house brand. Superdry has since gained popularity and recognition as being one of the most popular brands around today. More recently, Superdry have expanded into the world of eyewear with stylish glasses and sunglass collections. In this blog, we'll keep you up to date with some of the new additions to the Superdry prescription sunglasses collection. The summer is a great time to revamp your look and your favourite brands know this. Superdry have recently updated their collection with fresh and exciting new styles. From retro-sport frames like the Miami to contemporary new styles like the stripe, Superdry have you covered. Whether that's a day a the beach or a stroll through the city.
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June 30, 2021A stylish pair of sunglasses can be the perfect accessory for making a good outfit, a great outfit. In the past, cheaper sunglasses could look the part but would fall short in terms of quality and would often break. These days however, affordable sunglasses can keep up with the best frames. There is a huge variety of designer sunglass brands at affordable prices. In this blog we'll outline some stylish yet affordable sunglasses and how they can boost your style on a budget. SDS Rockstar Superdry Sunglasses An international brand recognised around the world for its high quality and trendy fashion, Superdry has long been a player in the world of eyewear. These Rockstar frames embody
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May 19, 2021Like many other areas of fashion, eyewear trends and technology have changed drastically throughout the years. These days, they're more than just an accessory. With endless combinations of frame designs, materials, lenses and coatings, glasses can become an extension of ourselves. To highlight these changes, here's a blog outlining the history of eyewear and how it has changed. The History of Eyewear The earliest forms of glasses were created to correct farsightedness and presbyopia caused by ageing. These early glasses had lenses that aren't as refined as the ones we use today. They had a tendency to bend light which led to a blurry rainbow-like image appearing on the outer edge of the lens. This problem was eventually solved in 1730 by combining two pieces of glasses together in one lens. This was known as an achromatic lens.
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May 11, 2021Founded in 1971, The seeds of Mulberry are firmly sown in Somerset soil. After its creation, Mulberry quickly established itself as a well-known British lifestyle brand. Designing stylish fashion pieces for both men and women. Mulberry specialises in leather, creating high-quality leather bags, footwear and other accessories. In this blog, we'll talk more about the history of the brand and also, the more recent Mulberry prescription eyewear collection. The History of Mulberry The Mulberry brand is quintessentially British. Born out of their home kitchen and named after the trees that surrounded it. founder Roger Saul, with help from his mother, created a brand with an emphasis on nature, family and growth. After creating smaller lines of buckled belts and bags, Mulberry eventually created their first womenswear line in 1979. High-quality materials
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April 28, 2021DKNY is a brand known internationally for its high-quality fashion. Repped by 21st-century fashion icons such as Cara Delevigne and Emily Ratajkowski, the brand continues to combine classic New York sophistication with contemporary styles. Whether it be stylish jeans, activewear or more recently DKNY prescription glasses, they strive for perfection. The History of DKNY After working for a fashion company for the best part of 15 years, Donna Karan took the plunge and invested in herself and her own company. In 1985, Karan debuted her first women's clothing collection. Designed for the working woman at the time, the items were meant to be interchangeable. A wardrobe that could easily transition from day to evening, weekday to weekend or even season to season. In 1989 Karan, with inspiration from
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April 20, 2021Fila is a brand synonymous with sports and leisure. Their trendy designs took the sports world by storm in the 70s and 80s. Recently they've attracted a new generation of streetwear enthusiasts with their vintage appeal. Fila has taken this opportunity to branch out into the world of glasses. In this blog, we'll delve into the history of the brand as well as what the Fila prescription eyewear collection has to offer. Fila was created in Biella, Italy, a city that lies in the foothills of the Alps, nestled between Milan and Turin. Two brothers, Ettore and Giansevero Fila saw an opportunity to supply the people of the Italian alps with clothing but it didn't take long for them to branch out. Before launching their sportswear collection, Fila made it clear that not only would their clothing complement
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March 25, 2021Finding the perfect sunglasses to suit your style can be difficult. Fortunately, 2021 has brought with it plenty of new trends to help inspire your look. Whichever designs catch your eye, it's important to find your shades early and be prepared for this year's unpredictable weather. With warmer weather coming and the occasional ray of sunshine on its way, we'll give you an early insight into the top prescription sunglasses trends for 2021. Oversized Frames - One trend bound to make you stand out from the crowd this year is the resurgence of oversized and large frames. This style of frame has made a comeback recently due to its simple yet striking design. These frames often come in a variety of bold colours and patterns, emphasising their desire for self-expression and
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February 03, 2021Glasses are a very personal thing and buying them online can seem like quite a daunting task. If you're nervous about buying glasses online and finding they're not what you wanted, this blog should help put some concerns at ease. We'll give you some tips on finding your face shape and choosing the right pair of frames for this shape. We'll help guide you through the world of lenses and coatings, helping you find what's best for your eyes. The buying process is straightforward and easy, all you need to do is find your perfect frames. At Spex4less we offer a full 100% Satisfaction Guarantee and 12 months frame warranty so if for whatever reason you're not happy with your frames, simply return them. Find Your Frame The first thing you need to do when buying glasses online is to decide what
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Finn Bowyer - January 27, 20212021 will bring around a lot of change, not least in the world of eyewear. Colours and styles will come in and out of fashion with retro styles given new life. In this blog, we'll give you a head start on the best eyewear trends to look out for in 2021. Cat Eye - Cat-Eye glasses are certainly not for those looking to fly under the radar. The bold style is designed to make a statement. Made popular in the 50s and 60s and often accompanied by the beehive hairstyle, the Cat-eye design quickly became a favourite amongst women. Worn by fashion icons such as Marilyn Monroe and Audrey Hepburn, the Cat-Eye style is still one of the most popular choices today. The most popular brands for cat-eye glasses are Vogue and Ray-Ban with a variety of bold or more