The new Vuarnet Cable Car Medium Rectangle (VL1624) is a nod to the brand’s 1950s roots. It features an acetate frame with a single stainless steel bridge and Vuarnet’s signature mineral glass lenses. Cable Car VL1624 comes in a range of colours including this translucent blue and amber acetate frame complemented by pure grey and blue bronze Lynx lenses.
A study from the University of Alabama at Birmingham found that one in four cases of treatable AMD were going undiagnosed by primary eye care providers, raising questions about the need for improved AMD detection strategies.
The researchers looked at a sample of 644 participants with an average age of 69.4 years, all of which were determined by their primary eye care provider to be of normal macular health. The eyes were graded by the Clinical Age-Related Maculopathy Staging system using colour fundus photography.
Three quarters (75.2%) of the eyes were found to be free of AMD, which agreed with their medical record. However, 24.8% of eyes had undiagnosed AMD, with 30% of these cases having drusen consistent with intermediate AMD. These eyes with drusen could have been treatable with nutritional supplements if the AMD had been properly diagnosed.
There was little difference between optometrists and ophthalmologists in percentage of patients with undiagnosed AMD. The patients with undiagnosed AMD tended to be older, male, and with less than high-school level education.
Because many of these undiagnosed cases would have been treatable had they been caught earlier by their primary eye care provider, it is critical that diagnosis happens as early as possible to avoid vision loss.
Read the full article HERE.
Marcolin Group announced May 9 to have signed a joint venture agreement with Rivoli Group, one of the largest luxury retailers in the Middle East area.
The JV, named Marcolin Middle East, is 51% owned by Marcolin Group and its headquarters will be based in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates. It will distribute the eyewear collections of the Marcolin’s brand portfolio: Tom Ford, Balenciaga, Ermenegildo Zegna, Montblanc, Roberto Cavalli, Tod’s, Emilio Pucci, Swarovski, Dsquared2, Diesel, Just Cavalli, Kenneth Cole, Timberland, Guess, Gant, Harley-Davidson, Marciano, Skechers and Web Eyewear.
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Photo credit: Mauricio Ache
Behind this ExtraShow concept, SILMO Paris promises a celebratory exhibition in honour of its 50th anniversary, centred on a spirit of sharing and socialising. The organisers invite everyone involved in the 2017 edition to take part in the event.
For the past 50 years, the optics and eyewear industry has come together at the Mondial de l’Optique (World Optical Fair) to unveil designs, innovations, companies and brands, all demonstrating a commitment to improve and enhance vision. To mark this momentous occasion, the organisers — who are busy preparing a 4-day event-packed program running from October 6 to 9, 2017 —, would like to invite all attendees to become players in this event.
Professionals born between October 6 and 9 or celebrating their 50th birthday this year are invited to blow out the candles during their visit to SILMO, in a unique commemoration of all the birthdays combined in an informal business environment.
Founded in 1967 in Oyonnax with just a handful of pioneers, today the Mondial de l’Optique plays host to a thousand exhibitors from across the industry. In homage to this ongoing dynamic, the exhibition is inviting brands and companies to showcase an iconic product, service or collection that has left its mark on the company’s history… with the winner receiving a SILMO d’Or award.
And to round off the celebrations, the illustrious SILMO d’Or awards evening will take place on Saturday 7 October 2017.
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Little Vinyl Factory has its claws out with these new sunglasses named Black Cat. Your little pussycats will have a hell of a look with these polarized sunglasses which pay tribute to a Washington DC underground music club.
Distributed by Optiman: www.optimaninc.com
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Learn More ZEISS gathered eye care professionals in Vancouver for the Myopia Innovation Summit, introducing MyoActive and showcasing evidence based strategies for myopia management.
Read more Learn how early optometry practice succession planning can improve practice value, reduce owner dependence, protect tax eligibility, and create a smoother transition.
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Read more Lumenis unveiled a new perioperative ocular surface care field guide at AAO 2026, offering surgeons practical tools to identify hidden causes of post surgical dissatisfaction.
Read more Academy 2026 Anaheim showcased major research, innovation and leadership in optometry, featuring landmark studies, new Fellows and advances shaping the future of eye care.
Learn More ZEISS gathered eye care professionals in Vancouver for the Myopia Innovation Summit, introducing MyoActive and showcasing evidence based strategies for myopia management.
Read more Learn how early optometry practice succession planning can improve practice value, reduce owner dependence, protect tax eligibility, and create a smoother transition.
Read more CIBC Commercial Banking is stepping into Canadian optometry through a new collaboration with Eye Care Business Canada, debuting with a webinar on buying an optometric practice.
Read more Lumenis unveiled a new perioperative ocular surface care field guide at AAO 2026, offering surgeons practical tools to identify hidden causes of post surgical dissatisfaction.
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