News
Italian Eyewear Exports Face U.S. Slowdown, European Growth in H1 2025
Wednesday, October 1 2025 | 14 h 24 min | News
Italian eyewear exports fell 3.7% in early 2025 amid U.S. duties, but Europe, China, and emerging markets show strong growth signals.
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MIDO 2026 Registration Now Open
Wednesday, October 1 2025 | 13 h 52 min | News
Register now for MIDO 2026 in Milan. Learn about the MIDO Awards, including the Certified Sustainable Eyewear Award and Best Store Award.
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Contact Lens Institute Extends Culture Awards Deadline to November 3
Wednesday, October 1 2025 | 13 h 18 min | News
The Contact Lens Institute has extended the 2025 Culture Awards nomination deadline to November 3, honoring eye care pros who champion positive contact lens culture.
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Winners of the SILMO d’Or 2025
Wednesday, October 1 2025 | 12 h 02 min | News
Discover the SILMO d’Or 2025 winners, celebrating innovation and design excellence in eyewear, from kids’ frames to smart eyewear.
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Kids and Teens Eyewear Trends: Essential Insights for ECPs
Wednesday, October 1 2025 | 08 h 24 min | Fashion Frames
Discover the latest kids’ and teens’ eyewear trends—frames, lens tech, sunwear, and marketing strategies—every ECP needs to know to stay ahead.
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Vision Expo West 2025 Celebrates Innovation, Connection, and Community in Las Vegas
Tuesday, September 30 2025 | 13 h 17 min | News
Nearly 10,000 professionals joined Vision Expo West 2025 in Las Vegas for 4 days of innovation, education, and networking in eyewear and eyecare.
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The Optical Foundry Refreshed Brand Identity and Website
Tuesday, September 30 2025 | 09 h 37 min | News
The Optical Foundry unveils a refreshed brand identity, new logo, updated website, and 3D/AR tools—strengthening support for independent eyewear practices.
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Free Myopia Tool Kit from GMAC
Friday, September 26 2025 | 11 h 33 min | Practice Management
An enhanced Myopia Tool Kit is now available from the Global Myopia Awareness Coalition.
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Eye on the Industry Podcast Episode 4: Buying Groups and the Power of Community for Independents
Friday, September 26 2025 | 10 h 09 min | Eye on the Industry Podcast
Discover how buying groups like The Optical Group support Canadian independent opticians with education, resources, and community. Insights from Rachel Hill and Sheena Taff on the Eye on the Industry podcast.
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Essilor Stellest Myopia Lens Gets US FDA Approval
Friday, September 26 2025 | 07 h 29 min | News
Essilor Stellest lens becomes the first spectacle lens authorized by the FDA for slowing myopia progression in children.
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