These AYA designer eyeglasses lend a unique look to the very popular rectangular shape. Crafted from acetate, the Celeste frame is available in a very much in-demand grey tortoise colour as well as a gradient blue tortoise. A contemporary eagle design by Corrine Hunt adorns the temples. Sizing: 52-18-140.
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The recently patented technology, known as Nano-Drops, developed at Bar-Ilan University in Israel, could provide a temporary treatment for hyperopia, myopia and presbyopia and an alternative to glasses.
Nano-drops, developed by a group at Bar-Ilan’s Institute of Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials, work by modifying the local corneal refractive index. Nanoparticles are introduced via eyedrops, and the corneal epithelium is “stamped” with a pattern by a laser pulse. The nanoparticles activate and enhance this pattern by assembling in the stamped areas. The refractive index is locally changed by the assembled nanoparticles. By changing the pattern of the laser pulses, Nano-Drops can correct myopia, hyperopia and presbyopia.
The procedure is simple enough that it can supposedly be carried out at home, by a small laser connected to a smart phone. The laser stamping process is painless and takes milliseconds.
The technology has not yet been tested on humans, but has been shown to improve mild refractive errors in pigs, up to 3 diopters of myopia or presbyopia. Upcoming experiments are planned to determine if the nanoparticles have long term negative health effects on the cornea, and to refine the procedure to correct problems greater than 3 diopters.
More information: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/bar-ilan-university–researchers-invent-nano-drops-that-improve-nearsightedness-and-farsightedness-300610963.html
For the second year in a row, Kuusoft Corp, a Burnaby, BC digital signage company has taken home honours from Vision Expo in the Technology category. Kuusoft deploys a cloud-based customizable content management system to visually enhance the retail experience in the optical boutique and optometric practice. They provide end-to-end solutions including hardware, software and content management solutions and, if required, custom creative services. The turn-key system provides various hardware display options as well as the creative platform to deliver real-time content that is simple to use and completely controlled by retailer.
The company was founded in 2002 and serves many different retail sectors. The “NEXSIGNS” platform has found a firm footing in the restaurant business, providing digital menus for quick service restaurants, cafes, and pizzarias. Kuusoft made their optical debut at VEW Las Vegas in September 2017, where the also won the Best Use of Technology Award. NexSigns services and products are available in both USA and Canada.
Read More — Kuusoft Wins Best in Show Technology Use @ VEW 2017.
Rudy Project North America, exclusive distributors of Italian-made sunglasses, and the 30 distributors of Rudy Project around the world celebrated the achievements of the global roster of athletes that won two dozen medals in South Korea this past February. All in all, Rudy Project athletes the world over won 25 medals total, with 10 gold, 11 silver, and 4 bronze medals across multiple disciplines. If Rudy athletes were their own country, the total would have made Rudy Project the fourth ranked nation in terms of total medal count. More impressive, Rudy Nation would have edged out the United States, Netherlands and South Korea for total number of gold medals for a spot at number four.
Over 65 athletes sported Rudy Project’s technically cool eyewear and helmets, heralding from Norway, Italy, United States, South Korea, Canada, and Estonia, to name a few. Rudy Project sponsored athletes competed in a number of winter disciplines, from biathlon to combined Nordic, cross country skiing, speed skating, and freestyle snowboarding.
Speed skater Ted Jan Bloeman, who took two medals home to Canada, came into the world-class competition fresh from claiming the world speed record in the 50k distance.
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Mexx launches style 2716, men’s round glasses with a super-thin frame. The design is tasteful and understated; the frame features a cool combination of a metal midsection and sleek acetate temples. Four of-the-moment colour concepts featuring masculine greys and browns perfectly complement this casual style. Gunmetal and bronze lugs and temples- some matte, some high-gloss- provide exciting accents.
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OptikConEd.com has collaborated with Dorina Reiz to offer a new 2-hour CE course for opticians on myopia care and the optician’s role as a key provider.
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OptikConEd.com has collaborated with Dorina Reiz to offer a new 2-hour CE course for opticians on myopia care and the optician’s role as a key provider.
Learn More GIGI STUDIOS is celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2026, marking a decade of growth for the Barcelona-based eyewear brand, now present in more than 50 countries.
Read more Oakley will release Infiniloop on July 14, a limited-quantity eyewear design featuring a minimal dual-material frame structure and a connection to the brand’s Future Genesis storytelling platform.
Read more Innovative Eyewear has announced a rollout of Lucyd Armor smart safety eyewear through FYihealth group’s FYidoctors and Visique clinics, with initial placement expected in Q3 2026.
Read more The Canadian Ophthalmological Society is encouraging Canadians to protect their eyes from harmful UV exposure this summer, warning that cumulative UV damage can increase the risk of cataracts, photokeratitis and other serious eye conditions.
Read more OptikConEd.com has collaborated with Dorina Reiz to offer a new 2-hour CE course for opticians on myopia care and the optician’s role as a key provider.
Learn More GIGI STUDIOS is celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2026, marking a decade of growth for the Barcelona-based eyewear brand, now present in more than 50 countries.
Read more Oakley will release Infiniloop on July 14, a limited-quantity eyewear design featuring a minimal dual-material frame structure and a connection to the brand’s Future Genesis storytelling platform.
Read more Innovative Eyewear has announced a rollout of Lucyd Armor smart safety eyewear through FYihealth group’s FYidoctors and Visique clinics, with initial placement expected in Q3 2026.
Read more The Canadian Ophthalmological Society is encouraging Canadians to protect their eyes from harmful UV exposure this summer, warning that cumulative UV damage can increase the risk of cataracts, photokeratitis and other serious eye conditions.
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