Back to work - glasses lenses to get the job done
Choosing the right lenses to go in your glasses is essential. From screen glasses, to office and multifocal lenses, we’re here to take away the blur and find some clarity.
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It’s a fresh new year and we’re back in the office or studio ready to take on 2022, so choosing the right lenses to go in your glasses is super important to get the best visuals from your eyewear. From screen glasses, to office and varifocal lenses. We’re here to help take away the blur and find you some clarity.
life through a lens
Just as the right pair of glasses can boost your confidence at work, the right lenses can boost your visual confidence and prevent digital eye strain symptoms like neck pain, headaches and blurred vision that can occur as a result of wearing the wrong lenses.. it’s a bit like the wrong trousers, only worse.
The type of lens you’ll need depends on your lifestyle, job, visual needs and how you prefer to use your glasses - there’s an ideal lens for everyone and we’re here to help you find it…
single vision lenses
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Single vision lenses, or fixed focus lenses, are great for one distance. For example, reading glasses are great for close work like reading books but once you look up everything beyond can be fuzzy. Perfect also for long range distances like driving, but you won’t be able to read in these - it has a single purpose, the clues in the name.
The younger you are the more you can adapt to different distances, but as we head into our forties our visual accommodation reduces and we can’t adapt as easily to the other distance and we start to need longer arms.
power boost lenses
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Also known as anti-fatigue lenses, perfect for students and our younger crowd (under forty or under +1.00D reading addition on your prescription) who are working with devices and screens.
Power Boost lenses give a boost of extra reading power at the bottom of the lens to help reduce eye fatigue by relaxing the eye muscles so you can focus better, as the muscles in your eyes are working overtime.
Switching between devices is thought to increase eye strain by 22% and small screens viewed at short distances with long viewing times causes digital eye strain, so these lenses are an ideal solution.
office lenses
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Office lenses, also known as occupational lenses, are a more modern lens designed for both reading and computer with the added option to include room distance (walking from studio to kettle).
Office lenses provide better focus and a wider field of vision for close to intermediate distances than varifocals, giving more natural vision for work tasks to making and creating to baking and cooking.
It’s not just for office workers, this lens is for anyone who needs to carry out close work but also look at other distances, bearing in mind these aren’t suitable for driving.
varifocals
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Varifocal, or multifocal lenses, work by having different prescription strengths at different points in the lens, so they have multiple distances in a single lens.
Your eye measurements are taken and applied to the lens, so you access the distance you need by looking up and down through the different points in the lens - look ahead to catch the lasted episode of Bridgerton and down the lens to read the book version.
A good all rounder lens, though they can take a little getting used to, varifocals are great multi-taskers but not as good at individual tasks, unlike single vision or office lenses.
They are great at doing a little of everything, so you can leave them on all day, drive and also carry out close work. But if you just want them to get through your stack of vintage Vogues, they might not be for you.
blue light screen glasses
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Our Blue Control lenses help to reduce the amount of blue light from your screens by filtering to help optimise sleep and reduce eye strain. Our digital screen lenses are specially designed to reduce the amount of blue light that reaches the eye.
Blue light suppresses the brains release of the hormone melatonin, a sleep inducing hormone, so artificial night time light throws out the body's biological clock, the circadian rhythm.
Poor sleep can cause so many health issues, so we need do everything we can to secure a good night’s sleep and blocking out blue light in the evening with computer glasses can help.
We can put blue light blocking lenses into any of our frames whether you wear prescription or not, check our range of screen glasses here.
When choosing your new lenses the main question is what am I going to use my glasses for and what am I willing to compromise on? We can fit any lenses into any of our sustainable glasses frames - just get in touch for optical advice - we’re here to help!
Jo
How to choose prescription glasses
When you meet new people, your glasses are one of the first things they’ll notice. Here’s our how-to guide to choosing glasses and finding the perfect fit and style.
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What do you look for in a perfect pair? We’re here to help show you how to choose prescription glasses and get it right.
Your glasses are one of the first things people notice about you and can completely change up your look. Make a statement about your personal style and find the perfect fit for your face, here's our handy how to guide to choosing the perfect glasses frame…
choosing the right shape for your face
It’s all about contrasting face shape with frame shape to achieve balance. So if you have angular facial features, soften with curves and if you have round facial features, get some angles going on.
Use darker tones and square shapes to break up length and add sharpness. Or try a cat eye to break up squarer and more rounded face shapes.
Above all go with your gut and wear what you love.
how to find the perfect fit
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A good fit is crucial to comfort. When choosing glasses, oversized or not, pay attention to the width of the frames and the distance between the two lenses.
Your eyes should sit as close to the horizontal centre of each lens as possible and vertically in the top third of the frame.
Balance your features and keep some proportion above and below the frames.
Look at measurements on your old eyewear to find a similar size that works for you. Once you find your perfect pair - note the frame size and measurements and use this when in search of your next piece.
common fit problems
Glasses ending up on the end of your nose - make sure you’re wearing the correct frame width, if you are, a simple adjustment at your local optician’s all that’s needed.
If your nose pads are pinching and leaving indents, they’re probably too tight. This one is easily remedied with a fitting adjustment.
Aching behind the ears - if you’re experiencing this, it’s due to the bend of your glasses sides - this is solved by having a professional adjustment at your local opticians.
COLOUR
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Choose colours that compliment - colours that you know work with your skin tone, eyes, hair colour and also that work with your current wardrobe.
We’ve broken the rulebook when it comes to colour, just as long as you choose the right shade for you.
A good rule of thumb is if your coloring is warm, stick with colours that have warm undertones. If your coloring is cool, go for colours that have cool undertones...
Cool (pink, red or blue undertones)
Warm (peachy, golden or yellow undertones)
Neutral (a mix of warm and cool undertones)
Black and tortoiseshell frames are classic for a reason - they look great and work with everyday wardrobes.
Or go bold, make a statement and break all the rules with bright colours and patterns. Check out our range of fun 80s frames for a pop of colour.
QUALITY
Never compromise on quality - a good pair of optical frames can last a lifetime if loved and looked after.
That's why we love vintage glasses - they're only still around today due to the quality and craftsmanship of the often handmade frames. You only have to hold a pair of vintage frames in your hand to feel the difference.
Preloved designer frames are also a good bet. Quality frames will always be repairable and rewearable as opposed to cheaper counterparts. Buy the best you can afford, quality over quantity always.
Home try on
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If you’re spoilt for choice and struggling to decide our Home Try On Service is for you. Sometimes you just need to hold things in your hand and pop them on your face - we get it.
We give you the option to purchase up to 3 frames, take free delivery (UK only), seek opinions and see if they suit for up to 7 days. This process will help you find the perfect pair for you.
Now your hunt for the perfect pair can begin in earnest and here's the perfect place to start.
Your face will thank you.
Jo