This Spring, Erker’s 1879 has widely expanded its eyeglass selection with the release of 12 new eyeglass models, available in 4-5 colorways each. This release brings new frames to their A.P. Collection, which was inspired by their founding father, Adolf P. Erker, who established the family business 145 years ago in downtown St. Louis. BrentwoodBrookeBelRidge Of the new eyeglass models, 7 feature an acetate design with a custom metal wire core throughout the temple, hand-polished for a silky-smooth feel. All acetate color blends were custom-designed by the Erkers themselves, introducing 11 new ..read more

GIGI STUDIOS presents the new optical and sun designs from the XS Collection, which condenses the brand’s essence in small-caliber models. The XS Collection comprises elegant silhouettes in compact, bold designs that encapsulate a powerful spirit in a small size. Handcrafted with great attention to detail, the new models are perfectly suited to smaller faces, enhancing their individuality and style. Made from the best noble materials, such as natural acetates from Italy and German stainless steel, the XS collection has expanded  with eleven new models: seven optical glasses and four ..read more

Four new ophthalmic models for men and women are joining the ranks of Spectaful’s iconic CLOUD collection, showcased in a variety of versatile and timeless silhouettes. With thicker temples for added boldness and a unique aesthetic, the new designs feature a bold interplay of contrasting and vivid colors between the front and temples, adding a playful sophistication for both the daring and those with a more classic taste. Known for their perfect blend of functionality and contemporary aesthetics, the CLOUD models are crafted with a combination of aluminum with durable Technopolymer, while the ..read more

Laramy-K OpticianWorks, a division of Laramy-K Optical and the leading online platform dedicated to opticianry education, is thrilled to announce its partnership with Carrie Wilson, NCLEM, MA, MBA, a titan in the field of opticianry and contact lens education. This collaboration introduces a new innovative Contact Lens and National Contact Lens Examiner (NCLE) Preparation Course, designed to set a new standard in contact lens education. With over a quarter-century of experience in the optical industry, Carrie Wilson stands out as a beacon of knowledge and expertise. As the founder of Optigal ..read more

Ørgreen Optics is thrilled to unveil its latest eyewear innovations, the “Runaway” and “Upside” frames, as key highlights of the vibrant HAVN stainless steel collection. The collection’s evocative name draws inspiration from the tranquil harbors and intricate canal networks surrounding our Copenhagen headquarters. Runaway The names of these frames pay homage to the plethora of boats adorning the harbor, while their vivid color schemes reflect the rich palette of hues found in the houses nearby. Upside Crafted from stainless steel, the “Runaway” and “Upside” frames embody Ørgreen’s unwavering ..read more

Eddie Bauer, an outdoor brand, has been inspiring, enabling, and empowering people to live their adventures with products that are built to last. From designing the first patented down jacket in America to outfitting the first American ascent of Mt. Everest, the brand built quite a legacy of innovation and exploration. Eddie Bauer’s mission is to inspire and enable all people to connect with the outdoors and create cutting-edge gear while reducing their impact on the environment. To honor this mission, Eddie Bauer Eyewear will continue providing quality prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses ..read more

Born of nature, the newly designed Rio from Bird Eyewear is a salute to the inherent beauty of the Earth. Bird has taken this oversized cat-eye frame to a bold new level, placing nature at the very heart. The Rio is crafted from Bird’s signature bio-acetate, with natural plant-based colors embracing a planet-positive design. Through its cutting-edge, ultra-low carbon production processes, each Rio creates an equivalent level of C02 as boiling a kettle twice. Bird’s innovative acetate folding process ensures that the Rio is truly one-of-a-kind, beautifully mirroring nature’s flair for origina ..read more

John Seegers of Optician Works and Laramy-K, have graciously shared some of their awesome videos with us to share with you. John is one of the best trainers of opticians and his video series has received acclaim from coast to coast, helping thousands of opticians pass certification and licensing exams. This week’s video is Sphere, Astigmatism, Axis, and The Eyeglasses Prescription For more information or education, visit Laramy-K   This story Teachable Tuesday – Sphere, Astigmatism, Axis and The Eyeglasses Prescription - appears on The Optical Journal ..read more

As I advance in my journey in the field of Opticianry, I often reflect on how beneficial it would have been to receive certain insights when I first started. Understanding the complexities of meeting customers’ specific needs and offering them eyeglasses that enhance their appearance and vision is like solving an intricate puzzle. Let’s explore these aspects together to guide aspiring eyecare professionals and hopefully prevent them from experiencing the same “if only I knew that when…” moment that I did. The first thing is manual lensometry. Manual lensometry is something that not a lot of y ..read more

SNOB Milano debuts the Extasià and California for 2024, two absolute star styles of the SNOB Milano sunglasses collection: very low, pointed, feminine in the case of the former; low, wraparound, and unisex for the latter. Both noticeably inspired by the eighties and nineties, they are silhouettes that will ensure the wearer does not go unnoticed. The chromatic options of these models were also designed to amaze: twelve colors that range from classic black and white to lime and mustard… CaliforniaExtasia And it is precisely the new SNOB Milano sun campaign that attracts att ..read more