November 2011
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New Genetic Cause of RP Discovered
Researchers at the University of Iowa uncovered a new genetic cause of retinitis pigmentosa (RP) that predominantly occurs in individuals of Jewish descent, according to a study in the August 23 issue of the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
The researchers determined that one individual who presented with RP exhibited a specific mutation of the MAK (male germ ...
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Economic Situation For Optometrists Looks...
For the first time in what seems like a long time, the economic situation for optometrists looks optimistic. There’s a light at the end of the tunnel, and it’s not an oncoming train.
According to our latest optometric income survey, annual net income (including both employed and self-employed optometrists) rose from $114,410 in 2009 to $121,182 in 2010—an increase of 5.6%. That’s not quite ...
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Baby Boomers Worry About Eye Health but Skip...
The National Eye Institute estimates that over the next 30 years, the number of Americans that experience eye health issues will double because of aging baby boomers. Still, although boomers worry about vision loss almost as much as heart disease and cancer, that anxiety does not translate into regular eye exams. In addition, very few are aware that there are some important nutrients that...
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Eyelid Lipid Plaques Could Suggest Cardiovascular...
If you’re seeing lipid-containing yellow plaques—also known as xanthelasmata—on the eyelids, your patient could be looking at a higher risk of cardiovascular disease, according to a study in the September 15 issue of BMJ.
Researchers made the link after analyzing data from the Copenhagen City Heart Study, which began in 1976 and included 12,745 participants. At baseline, 4.4% of patients...
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Crizal Facebook Campaign Raises Funds for...
Essilor of America, Inc. has raised $20,000 for the Foundation for Eye Health Awareness through a Crizal USA consumer initiative on its Facebook page.
Throughout October, consumers were invited to visit the Crizal USA Facebook page to defeat the five enemies of clear vision—glare, scratches, smudges, dust and water—through the “Combat the Enemies of Clear Vision with Captain Crizal”...
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Orange 21 Announces Senior Executive Changes
Orange 21 Inc., maker of the SPY Optic, O’Neil, Margaritaville and Melodies by MJB eyewear brands, has announced that, effective Dec. 15, 2011, Carol Montgomery, the company’s current CEO, will join the company’s board of directors, to allow current president, Michael Marckx, to assume the additional role of CEO. In addition, Michael Angel will assume the roles of CFO, treasurer ...
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Optical Industry Rallies Support for November’s...
The latest American Eye-Q consumer survey from the American Optometric Association (AOA) found that 55 percent of people are unaware that diabetic eye disease often has no visual signs or symptoms. Additionally, 44 percent of Americans don’t know that a person with diabetes should have a comprehensive eye exam once a year. That’s why this year, professionals throughout the optical ...
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Optics of Single Vision Free-Form Lenses
Although free-form progressive lenses customized to the visual requirements of the wearer have become increasingly common, some lens manufacturers have recently begun introducing free-form single vision lenses that are also customized to the visual requirements of the wearer.
Limitations of Traditional Single Vision Lenses
For over a century, lens designers have understood that the field of clear...
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Tart Optical Eyewear
Tart Optical, one of the big names in eyewear during the 50’s and 60’s, recently made a much-anticipated return to the market. Sticking faithfully to their classic models, the brand has remained true to its design roots. Having graced the faces of Johnny Depp, James Dean, David Lynch and most impressively, Clark Kent in the original Adventures of Superman, they now offer a small selection of...
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Men’s Duffle Coats – 2011 Outerwear Trend
According to Fashionbeans.com, the duffle coat is a fine piece of outerwear draped in history and military influences. Initially worn by Belgian fisherman and made popular by the British Royal Navy during World War I and II as their standard issue outerwear, the duffle coat was built for practicality. Today’s styles provide both fashion and function.
Modern versions are cut slimmer and...
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POLICE Eyewear
Police have been doing their thing since 1983 however they look back a few decades for these 50s inspired frames. For those of you not ready to commit to the full Buddy Holly look these two styles, V1697 and V1699, offer something that falls between modern and retro. Available in white, black and tortoiseshell.
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Edgy Australian AM Eyewear: Alex
AM Eyewear’s Alex is a new square style in their sunglass range known particularly for their rock chic Cobsey sunglasses. AM Eyewear’s Alex in “chess” (bold black and white) is said to be typical of the brand’s quality designs which use Mazzucchelli acetate or nickel-free plated stainless steel. High quality German hinges and special Italian-made logos are also part of the package and...
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New Zealand’s Cassius Eyewear: Hadid
New Zealand’s Cassius Eyewear frame Hadid is a classic flat-top sunglass style which is one of the signature shapes in the Cassius sun collection. As designer Jason Ng explains, “I am drawn to modernism: clean, linear, timeless design and work that is free from unnecessary decoration. Cassius Eyewear is a reflection of my methodical nature, and the way I see the world and everything in it.”
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Fritz Frames: Australian Eyewear Label...
Friedrich Schwarz, a boat builder by trade, is the designer behind Fritz Frames, a relatively new Australian eyewear label specializing in wood spectacles and sunglasses.
Eyestylist.com interviewed Friedrich at Silmo, where the company was exhibiting for the first time.
“I am working with a composite timber material, which contains timber with a fibre reinforcement between every layer. We...
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Stella McCartney and Luxottica Launches Eco...
Stella McCartney has conquered another category in her quest toward an increasingly eco brand. She’s teamed up with Luxottica to create eco-friendly sunglasses featuring bio-injected plastic made from 54% castor oil seeds, which require very little water and pesticides to grow.
“The greatest challenge was the amount of time that was spent on research and testing to get the best quality...
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WatchThe Rosenthal Legacy - Andy Wolf Eyewear
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Contego Is Back: New Autumn/Winter 2011/2012...
After their successful debut season, Brooklyn based eyewear label, Contego is back with their new Autumn/Winter 2011/2012 collection simply entitled “Season 2″.
The collection introduces three quite distinctive cool new shapes as well as great new colorways, ranging from classic black to “Woodgrain” to a unique monotone tortoise (”Black Tortoise”). As in the previous season each shape is...
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Graz X Ellery Sunglasses
From Australia, the limited edition Graz X Ellery collaboration sunglasses. In addition to the black and “Streaked Tortoise” colors, the sleek and chic cat-eye shades have two new stunning color offerings this season: “Ginger” and “Batter”.
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Cutler & Gross 1032 Sunglasses For Autumn/Winter...
They call it a timeless frame and they may be right. The 1032 is a clean look in three new shades of cola, black, and transparent grey. Wear them in any manner that suits you. Italian acetate is used throughout the vintage oval shape. Small details give the necessary hits to make them strong.
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Enchant Your Wardrobe with Alain Mikli
Who doesn’t love to get caught up in the whimsical world of legendary folklore? While we all enjoy reading about far off places, epic battles and happy endings, it’s even better when those elements are incorporated into fashion. That’s where luxury eyewear designer and artist, Alain Mikli, comes in. Channeling the French comic book, Prince de Sassoun – a tale based on Armenian folklore about joy...
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WatchCool people with cool jobs. Jazzy Kim, the sales manager of Oliver Peoples, shares her experience and offers some helpful advice.
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Eyecare Plus and Optometry Giving Sight Are...
Eyecare Plus and Optometry Giving Sight are joining forces to launch a new project to establish an ophthalmic lens glazing unit in an eye care center in the Indian state of Andra Pradesh.
The project, which is being implemented by the LV Prasad Eye Institute, will ensure that people in the rural area have access to lenses that can be mounted into frames in half the time, and more cheaply than...
