Jan

31

Lafont Soledad Panther in Teen Prom Magazine

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Lafont Soledad Panther eyeglasses frames
The Lafont Soledad eyeglass frames in Panther (color 380) as featured in the Winter/Spring 2008 edition of Teen Prom Magazine.

The uniquely exotic Lafont Soledad Panther frames were featured in the Winter/Spring 2008 issue of Teen Prom Magazine.

The panther-spotted plastic women's frames, also available in black, blue, brown, orange and grey/crystal/silver, are shown as part of an "Extras" page with accessories that are "Wild - Show off your inner animal."

Known for a variety of optical styles and vivid color combinations, the Lafont eyeglasses collection takes pride in offering shapes and designs that are unique in the industry in fashions for women, men and children.

Also available online are Lafont sunglasses and Lafont Kids eyeglasses.

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Jan

29

Jim Yates’ Sweet Wiley X Ride!

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The paint job on Jim Yates' racing car - AKA "The Sunglass Machine" - is complete! Adorned with the awesome new graphics and the Wiley X logo on the sides, the Pontiac GXP of the two-time POWERade Prostock Champion is ready for high-speed action.

Jim Yates' car sports new Wiley X graphics


Wiley X, maker of some of the most technologically advanced sport sunglasses and goggles available, is providing full sponsorship for Yates' racing efforts in 2008.

See our catalogs of Wiley X sunglasses and Wiley X goggles online.

Jan

24

Michael Kors Eyeglasses and Sunglasses

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Michael Kors eyewear
The Michael Kors collection includes fashion frames and chic sunglasses.

Marchon and Michael Kors bring you the Michael Kors Eyewear collections of ophthalmic frames and sunglasses. Aimed at fashion-driven men and women, the collections represent Kors' chic, luxurious American style. The line consists of sunglasses and ophthalmic styles, all available in a variety of colors such as berry horn, black corduroy, black crystal, dark tortoise, olive, shiny gold/brown, roseberry, sky blue and violet.

Shapes range from variations on rectangles to cat eyes and aviators in metal and zyl and such combinations as zyl and leather and zyl and stainless steel. The Michael Kors eyewear collection is marked by its ability to deliver affordable luxury with superior craftsmanship and detailing, Marchon says.

"Michael Kors is a true eyewear visionary, who beautifully translates his philosophy of American luxury and sportsmanship into eyewear," said Al Berg, Marchon CEO. "Teaming up with Marchon, Michael has created finely crafted collections with signature styling and details."

Shop the Michael Kors sunglasses and Michael Kors eyeglasses catalogs online.

Courtesy 20/20 magazine

Jan

22

New at FrameFinder(sm) Virtual Eyeglass Try-On

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FrameFinder(sm) Virtual Eyeglass Try-OnOver at our FrameFinder(sm) Virtual Eyeglass Try-On, we've just added the ability to try on Oakley eyeglasses and Ralph Lauren eyeglasses to our growing list of try on products.

In the sunglasses section, Arnette, Oakley, Persol, RALPH by Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren and more Raybans have been added.

Be sure to upload your face photo and try on frames and shades. Just sign up for FrameFinder(sm). It's free and lots of fun.

Jan

18

New Sunglasses Online

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Liberty Sport Cruiser sunglasses
The sleek Liberty Sport Cruiser is among the new additions to our online sunglasses catalog.

Here are the latest additions to our online sunglasses catalog:

Elan sunglasses - Classic, sporty and sophisticated is how they describe the true essence of these unisex sun glasses.
Jalapenos sunglasses - Reaching out to fashion-minded young folks, these stylish sun glasses are available in female and unisex models, including timeless aviators.
Jhane Barnes sunglasses - Upscale line of luxury sun glasses for men featuring a selection of metal frames and colors.
Liberty Sport sunglasses - Engineered to provide performance in skiing, snowboarding and other outdoor sports.
Max Mara sunglasses - Offering unique women's designs with plastic models and detailed metal frames. Women of all tastes will find something pleasing.
Private Eyes Readers sunglasses - True ready-made reading sunglasses.
Republica sunglasses - Bold, daring sun glasses for young men inspired by Latino pop culture.
Shiseido sunglasses - Cater to the tastes of fashion-savvy young women with playful designer quality sun glasses in boldly colored acetate frames.
Woolrich sunglasses - Combines the latest fashion with advanced technology to endure the many demands of outdoor enthusiasts, making it the ideal choice for active sunglass wearers.

You can browse our entire sunglasses catalog online.

Jan

15

New Eyeglasses & Frames Now Online

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Hilary Duff HD121086 eyeglasses
The Hilary Duff HD121086 eyeglass frames are among the new additions to our online catalog.

Here are some recent additions to the FramesDirect.com catalog of eyeglasses and frames:

Architecture eyeglasses - Rimless eyeglasses that are the next best thing to not wearing glasses at all.
Casino Budget eyeglasses - Stylish women's eyeglass frames in plastic, metal, rimmed and semi rimless styles at really nice prices.
Clever Clip eyeglasses - Magnetic prescription eyewear that converts to prescription sunwear in an instant with a color-matched, polarized magnetic sun clip.
Coleman eyeglasses - Brought to you by the company famous for outdoor and camping gear, Coleman eyeglasses are as comfortable outdoors as the are in the board room.
CRUZ eyeglasses - Men's eyeglass frames available in plastic, metal and titanium styles.
Destiny eyeglasses - Stylish women's frames available in plastic and metal.
DY Diary eyeglasses - Women's eyeglass frames available in fashionable plastic and metal styles with a modern twist.
Evoloite eyeglasses - Eyeglass frames available in fashionable metal styles in designs for men, women and in unisex models.
Focus eyeglasses - Eyeglass frames available in fashionable classic plastic styles in designs for men and women.
Gallery eyeglasses - Featuring frames for men and women in metal and plastic in a variety of shapes and styles. With Gallery eyeglasses, you'll find just about any attitude or mood.
Get It? eyeglasses - Always trendy, Get It? eyeglasses offer a fashionable new line of designer frames that are sure to please.
Hilary Duff eyeglasses - The recording artist and actress introduces eyeglasses for kids, tweens and teens in designs ranging from classic to contemporary.
Jubilee eyeglasses - Eyeglass frames available in plastic and metal with styles for men, women and in unisex models.
Kasey Kahne eyeglasses - Designed to appeal to NASCAR race fans and sports enthusiasts, featuring style, safety, durability and UV protection.
Lite Line eyeglasses - Frames that appeal to women of all ages, integrating high-tech strength and comfort at discount prices you'll love.
Lite Line with a Twist eyeglasses - A memory Titanium line of eyeglasses frames for men and women.
M2 Metro Specs eyeglasses - Eyeglass frames available in fashionable contemporary plastic and metal styles for the metropolitan man.
Mozaic eyeglasses - Modern styles with European design elements in full frame and semi-rimless designs for women.
Nodoka eyeglasses - The spirit of Japan is evident in this sophisticated new line of frames for women.
OK 20/20 eyeglasses - Eyeglass frames available in fashionable metal styles in designs for men and women.
Oxydo eyeglasses - Versatile, trendy frames designed for young people offering style, precision, functionality and innovation. If a metropolitan look is what you are after, these are your frames.
Polo Prep eyeglasses - Unisex frames for kids age 6 to 12 with flex hinges and unique foil colors on the inside temples.
Pure eyeglasses - A collection of light weight, metal rimless frames available in men's, women's and unisex models.
Reflections eyeglasses - Women's frames in bold, metro designs in metal and plastic targeted to those who express high lifestyle standards in chic fashion.
Republica eyeglasses - Capturing the pulse of Latino style and targeted to young, trendy males, these frames are inspired by pop culture with bold designs in metal and Zyl.
Safety First eyeglasses - Safety frames and lenses manufactured to the Z87.1 industry standards available in male, female and unisex styles.
Shiseido eyeglasses - Cutting edge frames inspired by the passion of Japanese culture. These versatile frames for women are available in titanium and plastic.
Sight for Students eyeglasses - Features a selection of metal unisex frames in oval and rectangular shapes.
Tony Stewart eyeglasses - Designed to appeal to NASCAR race fans and sports enthusiasts, featuring style, safety, durability and UV protection.
Ventino eyeglasses - Stylish frames for men, women and in unisex models in metal and plastic designs.
Vera Page eyeglasses - Striking modern fully-rimmed frames in metal and plastic unisex designs with rectangular and round shapes.
Woolrich eyeglasses - Metal frames for men in fully-rimmed and semi-rimless styles.

See our entire eyeglasses catalog online.

Jan

11

Eyeglasses as Fashion Accessories

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Eyeglasses are fashion accessoriesEyeglasses have certainly evolved over the years and are no longer something only that "four eyes" kid down the street wears. Eyeglasses are now available with lenses that are lighter and thinner ? no more "Coke bottle bottom" lenses. And, the variety of frame styles and shapes has exploded. Your father's tortoise shell and wire rims aren't the only choices these days.

In other words, your glasses are no longer something that you are not proud to show and wear for everyone you see. In addition to their obvious function as a tool for good vision, eyeglasses frames have become a definite fashion accessory.

The latest trend from fashion designers is to voice their artistic opinions in designer eyeglasses. Every major clothing and apparel designer has entered into the business of making eyeglasses frames. This has made eyeglasses a definite must-have addition to any wardrobe.

FramesDirect offers leading-edge brand designer eyeglasses including Calvin Klein, Ray Ban, Giorgio Armani, Oakley, Laura Ashley and hundreds of other eyeglasses, all at prices you can afford.

Your first step in finding your perfect eyewear should be our FrameFinder(sm) Virtual Eyeglass Try-On. From the timeless frames of Adrienne Vittadini to the lightweight, wire lines of Silhouette, you can upload a face photo and try on the web's best fashion eyeglass frames.

Outstanding Fit and Comfort

All eyeglasses at FramesDirect.com are guaranteed to be 100% comfortable.

We also guarantee to save you money.

We want you to look great in your new eyeglasses and can give specific recommendations about which eyeglasses will be the most suitable for your face shape. Just give us a call at 1-800-248-9427.

See our entire eyeglasses catalog online.

Jan

8

Who Wears Berkshire Chase…Harrison Ford

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Who wears Berkshire Chase Eyeglasses?

Did you know that Harrison Ford wears Berkshire Chase
Savile Row Panto eyeglasses frames?

You can, too. See our entire line of Berkshire Chase eyeglass frames and Berkshire Chase sunglasses clips.

Related post: Indiana Jones Eyeglasses.


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Jan

4

Younger Optics Offers Drivewear Owners Manual

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Drivewear lensesCustomers who purchase Drivewear lenses will now automatically receive an informative owner?s manual with their eyewear. The owner?s manual is designed to both thank the customer for their purchase and to help them better understand the benefits and features of these innovative lenses. The manual further explains the main benefits of Drivewear lenses in a consumer-friendly language. Included with the owner?s manual will be a registration card, which patients can send in to receive a free gift from Younger Optics, and to be entered into drawings to win a 52? LCD TV or an Apple 30GB iPod. The owner?s manual and registration card are neatly put together in one convenient packet that is designed to easily fit into virtually any eyeglass case.

Drivewear lenses are one of the lens options that can be chosen when ordering eyeglass frames online at FramesDirect.com and will appear in the order selection process.

Also see our previous post DriveWear - Lenses that Transition for Driving.

Some content courtesy 20/20 magazine

Jan

1

Celebrity Eyewear Sightings

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Celebrity sunglasses and eyewear sightings for January 2008It's Good to be the Queen - Paris Hilton (1) wears the Chrome Hearts' Queenie style sunglass from Optical Shop of Aspen, in black and brown stripe variations...

Big Screen - In the movie "I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry," Jessica Biel (2) wears Michael Kors MK113 from Marchon...

In the House - Nicolette Sheridan (3) wears Gucci GG2598s from Sāfilo on the season premiere of the hit TV drama "Desperate Housewives"...

It?s a Deal - Howie Mandel (4), host of the hit game show "Deal or No Deal," sports Ed Hardy Vintage Tattoo Eyewear style EHS012 from Revolution...

Coming to a Theater Near You - Sāfilo is set for a couple of leading big screen roles. Will Smith (5) is expected to wear the Dior Mist 1S in the upcoming movie "Hancock" and Kim Cattrall (6) is scheduled to appear in Alexander McQueen 4074S in the "Sex and the City" movie. Both flicks are currently in the filming process...

For the People - Crooner/pianist Harry Connick Jr. (7) in Flexon style FL623 from Marchon. The New Orleans native recently released the single "All These People," the proceeds of which will benefit New Orleans Habitat Musicians? Village...

Of Thee Eye Sing - Miley Cyrus (8), Disney's Hannah Montana who by day is a normal teen and by night a pop singing sensation, sports a pair of ck Calvin Klein style ck3068s from Marchon...

Directions - Alejandro González Iņárritu (13), who directed the Academy Award nominated film "Babel," wears Calvin Klein ck1070s from Marchon...

Not So Complicated - Singer Avril Lavigne (14) wears Calvin Klein Collection style CK973s from Marchon

Celebrity eyewear sightings January 2008


-Jackie Micucci

Reprinted Courtesy 20/20 magazine

Follow our growing list of Celebrity Eyeglasses and Sunglasses Sightings.

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