Different Eyewear for Different Family Needs
No matter what you and your family are up to, seeing clearly and protecting your eyes are essential for both work and play. And whether you require a prescription or not, there are numerous…
Screen Time’s Effect on Young Eyes
These days, you’re just as likely to see kids playing with devices with screens as dolls, toy cars, and the like. As technology and the use of social media continue to rise, there has…
Sports and Glasses
Whether you’re a professional athlete, participate in local recreational leagues, or have a child who plays on a team, finding the perfect pair of glasses for your sport of choice requires a delicate balance.…
Eye Exams for Children: What Parents Need to Know
Crawling, walking, talking—all of your child’s firsts are thrilling, and usually occur after a lot of practice. A child’s eyesight also develops over time, as your child learns to focus, move their eyes accurately,…
Kids’ Eyeglasses 101: What to Know Before You Buy
Ever since Harry Potter made kids’ eyeglasses cool, children have warmed up to wearing their specs. But parents still have the challenge of finding the right glasses for kids, and learning what’s important to…
Is Blue Light Bad for Kids? What You Need to Know
Let there be light. Just not blue light. The blue light emitted by our computers and digital devices is getting a bad rap these days, as some scientists have warned that exposure to blue…
Back to School Starts with New Eyeglasses
It's already August, and another summer is practically in our rear-view mirrors. That means "Back-to-School" shopping is about to kick-off, turning our local shopping centers into the kind of "nightmares" that keep me hiding…
A Dad’s Advice for Grads
June is finally here and that means it’s time for college grads to either take on even more debt by enrolling in graduate school; or face reality and enter the workforce. Since June is…
How to Find the Best Sunglasses for your Teenager
If you ask most parents, "the best" sunglasses will be the ones that keep their kid's eyes safe, and don't break after a couple of days of use. For teenagers, it's all about current…
Kids’ Sunglasses – A Necessity, not a Fashionable Frill
Ahh…it’s finally summertime and for all the families out there, that means more fun in the sun and less bouncing of the walls. My 3-year-old daughter thrives on Vitamin D and N (Nature) and…
Affordable Eyeglasses for College Students: EyeCampus Discount Program
Welcome to September in New York. Classes are heating up, so you especially need to keep your style in check! With the city’s stream of new students from all over the world, you’re sure…
The ABC’s of Back to School Eye Care
When it comes to back-to-school, the supplies don’t end with backpacks and cool kicks—don’t forget the kids' eyeglasses, too! Dr. Mina Kim, the optometrist from our Brooklyn Heights store, knows that the eyes are…Kids Style Watch: Go Back to School in Style with Fall’s Popular Eyeglasses
Oh yes, it’s that time again. Back to School. And that means – shopping, backpacks, school supplies, and of course, a standout pair of eyeglasses. Let’s face it; the prospect of spending our coveted…