March 30th, 2010
Hola reading glasses shoppers!
- Head on over to see Leanne at Rave & Review and be the winner of a $25 gift card to RGS. Ends 4/1.
- Dee from Two of a Kind Working on a Full House is giving away two pairs of readers of your choice. Ends 4/2.
- DeAnna from Comfort Joy Designs has a $20 gift certificate to Reading Glasses Shopper to give away. Ends 3/30.
- Visit Krista at You Wanna Know What I Think? and be the winner of your choice of a pair of reading glasses or a $25 gift card to Reading Glasses Shopper! Ends 4/6.
- Stacie from Simply Stacie is giving away two readers of your choice. Ends 4/3.
Good luck!
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March 29th, 2010
Now that spring is finally here, it’s time to start planning for those days outside in the sun. If you’re like me, you can think of nothing better than spending a lazy summer day reading a great book by the pool, or people-watching outside a cafe with a magazine or the newspaper.
That’s where the Rebecca Bifocal Sun Readers come in. Not only are these bifocal reading glasses, but they are also a pair of reading sunglasses, meaning you can 1) protect your eyes from the sun 2) use the magnified part of the lens to read small text, as in books or menus 3) still see far away without having to take off your reading glasses. That knocks the usefulness of the Rebecca right out of the park (speaking of baseball, wouldn’t these be great for watching a game in the stands and still being able to read the roster?)
What I especially like about these reading sunglasses, though, is that they don’t look like your typical reading glasses. This is a pair of sunglasses you’d want to wear even if they didn’t help you see better. Rimless and slightly oversized, the Rebeccas are 
trendy and stylish, ensuring that you look fashionable in addition to being able to see. The linked hearts on the side add some sparkle and interest, making this a classy pair of glasses, indeed. And as always, you get the upscale look without the upscale price; the Rebeccas are only $13.56. Depending on your reading power, you can get them in silver and black, silver and white, gold and brown, and even silver and red.
Now I just need a nice summery dress, some sandals, a good book, and weather about 20 degrees warmer. Ah, summer.
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March 26th, 2010
Welcome to this week’s Eye News Roundup! Here’s your weekly dose of the latest in eye news and vision care.
Itchy Eyes: I think we’re all happy that spring is finally here, but for those of us with allergies, spring brings more than just sunshine. Have your eyes been dry, red, or itchy? There’s plenty of resources online for those suffering from eye allergies, including this informative article on causes and remedies and this free eye allergy brochure, which includes tips for preventing symptoms.
Chocolate as Surgical Aid: This is my kind of medicine. New research suggests that chocolate can work as a sedative, calming a patient’s nerves before surgery. Dan Reinstein, a laser eye surgeon, even recommends that his patients eat “as much [chocolate] as they can” before his procedures. No problem, Dr. Reinstein!
Can You See the Seam Rotation on a Spinning Baseball? Yankees outfielder Curtis Granderson is trying something new to improve his game: contact lenses. Though he’s never worn contacts before and his vision is only slightly less than 20/20, 
Granderson is hoping the improved ability to focus will have a positive impact on his performance this season. But will the irritation on windy days end up doing more harm than good? Only time will tell.
Medical Advancements in Glaucoma Testing: Here’s some good news for those of us at risk for glaucoma, a silent disease that often is detected too late to prevent major damage to the eyes. Using Raman spectroscopy, researchers have been testing a procedure that would detect glaucoma before it does any damage. The same technology is also being tested for its use in diagnosing cancer.
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March 23rd, 2010
We’re feelin’ generous ladies and gents’!
- Dee from Two of a Kind is giving away two readers of your choice to two lucky readers! Ends 4/2.
- Visit Leanne at Rave & Review and win a $25 gift card to Reading Glasses Shopper! Ends 4/1.
- Tiffany from Stuff Parents Need has a pair of reading glasses of your choice to give away. Ends 3/26.
- See Stacie at Simply Stacie and be the winner of one of TWO pairs of reading glasses! Ends 4/3.
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March 22nd, 2010
Whenever I see glasses like the new Seaside, I can’t help but think of Buddy Holly. Since his hit song “That’ll Be the Day” in 1957, Buddy Holly’s glasses have been making almost as big a statement as his music. First of all, there are bands like Weezer, whose frontman Rivers Cuomo is known for his Buddy-Holly-style frames (and, of course, for singing “Woo-ee-oo, I look just like Buddy Holly” in the appropriately-titled song, “Buddy Holly”). Then there are the celebrities who have taken to wearing thick, oversized 
black frames as a fashion statement, whether they need vision correction or not. You might have noticed over the past several years that certain celebrities love sportin’ variations of the Buddy Holly look – Jay-Z, Robert Downey Jr, Scarlett Johannson, Justin Timberlake, Natalie Imbruglia, and Ashley Olsen are just a few to embrace the geek chic trend. Chris Brown even went so far as to put a piece of tape on the nose piece of his Buddy Holly’s.
The Seaside doesn’t go that far, but, like its close relative the Bayside, it updates the Buddy Holly look to a less geeky modern equivalent. With rounded black plastic rims and oversized lenses, these glasses combine contemporary style with the appeal of bold frames, leaving you looking both stylish and smart. Even better, you don’t have to stick with black if that’s not your thing – the Seasides also come in grey, red, brown, and tortoise, ensuring that you can put your personal touch on this look. With powers ranging from +1.25 all the way up to +3.00 and the amazing price tag of $12.71, these glasses are definitely a great deal.
What do you guys think of this look? Do you appreciate a little geeky touch? I must admit that I love it, but that might be because I’m a bit of a geek myself 
Image Credit: buddyhollylives.info
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By Haley in New Arrival, Uncategorized | Permalink | No Comments »
March 19th, 2010
Ready for your Eye News updates for the week? I’ve got some interesting tidbits for you today. Let’s get to it.
First Up: This boggles my mind. This soldier lost his eyesight in Iraq three years ago. Today he wears something called a BrainPort device, which consists of what looks like a square plastic lollipop and sunglasses with a small video camera attached. He puts the lollipop in his mouth and voilà, images from the camera are turned into electrical impulses that he senses with his tongue. That’s right, he sees with his tongue. Like a snake. Ah, the miracles of technology.
World Glaucoma Week: Here’s a useful link for those of us at risk for glaucoma, a condition that’s expected to affect 80 million globally by 2020. While World Glaucoma Week was actually last week, the article offers updates on symptoms, research, and prevention. Another useful resource is WebMD’s Glaucoma and Your Eyes, which explains just how glaucoma works and what steps you can take to treat it.
Infant Cataracts: Read here about Carter Moll, an 8-year old who was diagnosed with cataracts. Besides Carter’s moving story, this article also has some interesting information about how our eyes work at birth. Did you know that all babies are born with poor vision? That’s why it’s so important to have your child’s eyes checked at 6 months, 3 years, and 5 years – if problems aren’t fixed early, babies can’t develop the good eyesight they need.
Octopuses Prefer HD TV? And finally, I couldn’t help but include this link. Apparently, octopuses not only have superior eyesight, but they are also attracted to high-def images, while they show no response at all to standard-def television. What does this knowledge contribute to science? I have no clue, but it’s fascinating nonetheless!
Have a great weekend!
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March 17th, 2010
- Karen from Bookin’ with Bingo is giving away a pair of readers of your choice. Ends 3/19.
- Leanne from Rave & Review has a $25 gift card from Reading Glasses Shopper to give away! Ends 4/1.
- Stop by and see Bonnie at Nanbon’s Corner and win a $25 gift card to Reading Glasses Shopper! Ends 3/21.
Good luck!
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March 15th, 2010
Today’s post is for those of you (you know who you are) who cannot resist anything in an animal print. I’m talking to the woman I saw at the grocery store yesterday wearing a leopard-print head wrap with a matching leopard-print handbag. I’m talking to my high school French teacher who wore various zebra-print scarves at least three times a week. (Toujours les zèbres! Zut, Madame!)
Animal prints in their various shapes and forms seem to hold a permanent place in the hallowed halls of fashion. A nice leopard, cheetah, or zebra print can put the finishing touch on an outfit like nothing else. The danger, however, is in walking the line between classy and over-the-top. Too much animal print is just…too much, and you run the risk of turning sophisticated into cheap.
That’s where accessories come in. The perfect way to wear an animal print is to choose one complementary item, whether it’s a scarf, a bag, or…ta da! a pair of reading glasses. Take a look at the brand new Emily:
The Emily in Leopard
I’m usually pretty timid when it comes to animal print, but I love these glasses. Imagine the leopard frames coupled with jeans and a black sweater. What about the zebra with a chic little dress? Then there’s the cheetah – talk about a burst of color! These deserve to be worn with something bold: maybe a burnt orange? To put it simply, all three variations of the Emily are fun, not to mention perfect for adding style and color to your outfit without being boring.
The Emily in Zebra
The Emily in Cheetah
Aside from the pattern, there’s also the solid plastic frame that lacks those annoying nose pieces that leave red marks on your nose. And as always, the low price ($12.71) means you can afford to be adventurous. Try them out, and let me know what you think!
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March 12th, 2010
Happy Friday once again, blog readers! I hope you are seeing clearly and anticipating a nice, relaxing weekend. We’ve got some interesting eye-news for you today.
Olympic Disappointment: First, here’s an update to the story I told you about several weeks ago involving the first legally blind skier to make an Olympic team. In a crushing blow, Brian McKeever found himself sidelined when Canadian coaches decided to put four of his teammates in the 50km race instead. Don’t count him out just yet, though – he’s currently preparing for 5 races in the Paralympic Games (which start tonight, by the way), and he’s looking forward to trying out for the 2014 Olympics in Russia. He’s definitely an example of what impact a little perseverence and determination can have on your life.
Drug-Dispensing Contacts: Hate putting eye drops in your eyes? Chalk up another point for technology. Researchers have created a type of contact lens that would deliver medicine to glaucoma sufferers or those with dry-eyes. No more eye drops running down your face!
The Origins of Sight: In a fascinating discovery, scientists have identified the first creature to have the ability to see. Six-hundred million years ago, the hydra ( a sea creature in the same family as the jellyfish) developed the same “genetic gateway” for vision that was later found in
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What is this hydra seeing, do you suppose?
humans. On an equally interesting sidenote, in researching the hydra, I also discovered that it is one of the few animals that doesn’t undergo aging. That’s right – they are biologically immortal!
Love your iPhone? Well, now your eyes can love it, too. A new iPhone app purports to not only entertain your mind but also to exercise your eyes. With three different games that test and improve your eyesight (including one that checks for color-blindness), the app looks like a fun way to keep your eyes in tip-top shape. Plus, the “Eye Facts” section includes information on eye anatomy, conditions, and other ways you can improve your vision.
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March 9th, 2010
- Visit Ellie at A Little of the Other and win one of two reading glasses of your choice! Ends 3/12.
- Karen from Bookin’ with Bingo is giving away a pair of readers of your choice. Ends 3/19.
- Leanne from Rave & Review has a $25 gift card from Reading Glasses Shopper to give away! Ends 4/1.
- Stop by and see Bonnie at Nanbon’s Corner and win a $25 gift card to Reading Glasses Shopper! Ends 3/21.
See you next week, RGS shoppers!
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