The Benefits Of Wearing Transition Lenses

Ask anyone about transition lenses and the first thing they usually say is it's hassle free not having to carry around a separate pair of Sunglasses in addition to their everyday Glasses. Transition lens offer you freedom from this hassle. Your financial outlay is less, and you can wear the same pair of glasses all the time - Result!

Transition lenses are also known as photochromotic lenses. They contain millions and trillions of photochromotic molecules, which make it possible to adapt to changing light conditions regardless of the environment you are in. As you move from indoors to outdoors or vice versa, your glasses will automatically adapt to the change in light shades. On a bright and sunny day, they will go dark to protect you from glare and ultraviolet rays. While indoors, the lenses will be so clear that you will feel as if you’re wearing normal prescription glasses. What more would you want?

But, that is not all. Specsdirect2u recognises the great benefits attached with these lenses. 

Here are the main benefits of wearing transition lenses:

You can wear them comfortably while working on your laptop or watching TV because the darkening aspect of the lenses only responds to ultraviolet rays. Otherwise, they stay clear.

They are suitable for all ages especially, for children and elders. Both age groups have a softer and sensitive eye lens which needs the maximum protection, provided by transition lenses

People with eye problems like cataracts and diabetes can be helped. Usually these eye diseases affect night vision and transition lens will provide a better focus through increased clarity

Adaptation with the constantly changing light would protect you from squinting, eye stress and weariness.

You can even have extra active transition lenses for driving. Your vision would improve considerably.

In each of our Glasgow Optical Practices we have sample Transition lenses for you to view.  Our practice locations are Alexandra Parade, Cambuslang, Dennistoun and Tollcross. 

To further fulfill our commitment to customer needs and satisfaction, we bring the choice of having transition lenses fitted into your favourite brand and design.  The brand ranges that we sell include Ray Ban, Jimmy Choo, Gucci, Boss Orange or Prada, any of the designer brands, and budget frames can be fitted with Transition lenses.  Now, you can feel proud for having a great fashion sense and health consciousness at the same time. 

Remember, it is advisable to get your eyes tested every one - two years.  To book an appointment for the free home eye test visit*, all you have to do is call 0141 554 8886 and we can tell you the availability of appointments.

*If you are Infirm and cannot leave the house, we will visit you to get your eyes tested - free of charge.

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Looking Stylish & Hot With Designer Sunglasses

Exclusive and stylish! These are the two most coveted words in the fashion industry. Fads and trends change but what does not change is our desire to be unique and stylish. Every positive compliment encourages us to stay up-to-date and adopt only the latest. Can you think of any better way to do that than staying close to the world-famous brands? They aren't just a means of staying in fashion. Brands create a fashion and just when you get used to it, they recreate it.

Looking at this year’s fashion trends, sunglasses are hot. And when we say hot, we do not just mean that sunglasses are a must-have accessory for you. You literally need to go for hot. Think big, think bright and think glowing. Look at the new sunglasses laid out by brands such as Ray Ban, Gucci, Tom Ford, Jimmy Choo and Boss. The new collections boast a sporty look for their frames, lenses and colour choices. Large, square and rectangle shaped frames are all very much in. You get maximum UV protection since they completely cover your eyes and the immediate area around it. And, they help you look prominent in crowds of people.

Bright and bold colours are next. Neon, orange, fuchsia pink, mango-yellow and ultramarine are the new trends in frame colours. Black still is in fashion but then it’s universally hot. Never goes out. Specsdirect2u offers you all the hot varieties. All that matters is how much you are willing to dare. Go bright and sunny this year with our designer frames. You do not need to think of money before hopping in. We do not believe that trends and designers are meant only for a few. We bring highly affordable and fashionable frames to set you apart from the rest.

Tints, gradients and dark shades are no longer the only choices available. You can still choose one of them since sun protection is the basic need for wearing sunglasses. Black shades are not a preference at this time. 2013 is the year of the matrix. Flashy and mirror-coated lens is everywhere and the spring collection promises to bring yet more. Add a silver polish to the outside of your lens and you are ready to mingle with the best of them. 

Remember, It is advisable to get your eyes tested every one - two years.  To book an appointment for the free home eye test visit, all you have to do is call 0141 554 8886 and we can tell you the availability of appointments. 

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Prada, no longer for the Devil only...

All of you who saw Anne Hathaway turning heads with her makeover in the 2006 movie ‘The Devil Wears Prada’ would know that she turned many heads, not just in the movie, but outside it too. There were big brand names behind all those gorgeous dresses, bags, accessories and the sunglasses that she wore. And, when we say big, think Gucci, Bvlgari and Prada!

All these brands are out there just waiting to be picked up, but let’s talk the Prada language for now. It's one of the most popular Italian standards today when it comes to the battle between brands. Though favoured for a large range of products, sunglasses remain its most popular offering. The route to its strong brand equity has not been easy, but then the rewards are worth it. 

Sometimes you change your future by adapting yourself completely and sometimes you do it by taking your stand and not compromising your personality. Prada adopted the latter principle. Even today, you won't see too many shiny rhinestones, funky beads, engravings or heavy embossing on the Prada frames. You will find many colours and many shades, but none too extravagantly funky or sharp. It retains its elegance and style with discreet designs and the signature black, silver, brown and red colour.

For all of you out there who are brand conscious, at least one pair of Prada sunglasses is a must-have in your collection. It would definitely add a classic and trendy touch to your appearance and, if you think it’s way out of your league because of its hefty pricing then it's no longer true. You can choose a pair from the Prada range without taking out a huge chunk of your savings. Just visit us at Specsdirect2u.

We have an enviable range of Prada sunglasses at very reasonable rates. You can choose and order any design to your liking, either on-line or by visiting one of our many locations in the Glasgow area. You need not think for a second that low-priced designer sunglasses are synonymous with cheap quality. We offer you a complete guarantee for all the products bought from us. We take pride in the fact that our prices and quality are completely transparent and even offer you the option of comparing prices for a future buy that you have been planning. Trust us!

Buying Prada sunglasses could never have been this simple.

Looking for a Home Eye Test, either phone 0141 554 8886 or click here to arrange a suitable date and time. This applies only to the Glasgow area. 

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Why Choosing and Fitting a Pair of Frames Isn’t As Easy As You Might Think

So, you’ve had your eye test and now have a new prescription in your hand. The next bit is the fun part where you get to choose your new frames.

The question is; do you stick with the same sort of design as you’ve already got, or do you try something new? If these are your first glasses you might be wondering where on earth to start in order to narrow down your options.

Clearly the look of the frames is going to be the dominant factor, but there are also a few considerations that you might want to be aware of, so that you can ensure that you pick the best frames.  This is where our Optical Assistants at Specsdirect2u come in - to help you.

Let’s start with the important bit; how the frames will look on you. This is a particularly important factor for anyone who is short-sighted as you will have to wear your glasses most of the time.  The question is how do you know which ones to choose?

If you come to Specsdirect2u, you can easily browse through a huge range of styles. You can try on any number of frames to see what they look like, whether they are the latest Tom Ford designer frames or our vast collection of budget frames.  Going into one of our Optical Practices is ideal if you live in Glasgow, but remember you can order your frames online, and if they don’t suit, you can return them. 

The Specsdirect2u website offers great discounts, but we are also available to speak to you, if you have any questions before processing your online purchase.  Our goal is to ensure that you feel you are receiving the best possible customer service, and making a cost saving at the same time.   The website shows designers by brand, so if you are specifically looking for a set of frames from Gucci, Prada, Ray Ban or Police, you can go straight to the range that you want.  We also have a search facility to show frames within a specific price range. 

So, what else is there to think about?  Well, another very important fact can be the thickness of the actual lenses.  At Specsdirect2u, we advise you how thick your lenses will be at the edge; this ensures that you can get an idea of what your glasses will look like from the side.  More importantly you don’t want to spend money on glasses and then be disappointed because the lenses are too thick, whereas if you had spent a little more money they would look and feel better.  

It is also worth being aware of the pantoscopic tilt of frames. You may well be wondering what on earth that is; it is the slope angle from the top of the lens in towards the face. The higher your prescription, the greater the effect of this angle.  If you feel like something just isn’t quite right then it is likely that this angle is slightly off from the ideal angle for your face. This is where Specsdirect2u can offer more than other online suppliers because all of the glasses that you buy online from us are made by qualified Optical Technicians. 

 

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