Social Media Ideas for Optical Shops

The rise of affordable eyewear: What's changing in the optical industry

  The global eyewear market is booming, projected to reach $156.35 billion in 2026. A significant part of this growth is the change in how consumers buy prescription glasses. Quali...

Konnichiwa Tokyo – IZIPIZI

IZIPIZI continues its international expansion with the opening of its very first store in Japan, in the heart of Tokyo, in collaboration with its trusted local partner IDEAPORT. Th...

Eyerizz Eyewear: One-Stop Solution for Prescription Glasses in Bali

Whether you’ve broken your favourite frames on holiday, need a new pair of sunglasses, or want to update your eyewear while in Bali, finding a reliable optical store can make all t...

George Optical Makes Eye Health a Priority with ‘Don’t Lose Sight’ Campaign

From weekly eye health lectures to free keratoconus screenings and affordable eyewear packages, the brand puts prevention and

Latest business to open in Cwmbran town centre welcomes first customers

A new independent opticians has opened in Cwmbran town centre, offering eye tests, urgent eye care and 20 per cent off until the end of September.

See. Hear. Next. – opti

See. Hear. Next. is more than a claim. It reflects what is shaping the industry: bold design, new connections and forward-looking ideas. The key visuals translate this into imagery...

QUAY’s 15-Minute Vision Test Shows Where Retail Technology Is Heading

Eyewear retailer QUAY is installing automated vision testing kiosks in stores, partnering with eyebot, to offer doctor-verified glasses prescriptions in under 15 minutes. I speak w...

Opticians shuts down unexpectedly after four years

An Oxford opticians has closed down just four years after a national chain took it on.

You can now test Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses at Best Buy before spending a dime

More than 50 stores are getting the immersive 900-square-foot spaces this summer, starting in 5 cities.

Kasperek Optical To Distribute Milo & Me

Kasperek Optical announced the official addition of Milo & Me to its portfolio, bringing the internationally acclaimed children’s eyewear brand to independent optical professio...

Could This LensCrafters Offer Save Hundreds on Prescription Glasses?

Buying new prescription glasses can be surprisingly expensive, especially if you need progressive lenses, anti-reflective coatings, or other premium upgrades. It’s not unusual for...

One True Pair’s OTP-228

One True Pair expands its assortment with OTP-228, a bold unisex square silhouette designed for those unafraid to stand out. Defined by striking angles and sculpted contours, the f...

The Vision Council Releases Q2 2026 Consumer inSights Report

The Vision Council released its Consumer inSights Q2 2026 report, drawing on responses from more than 12,000 U.S. adults to map current attitudes and purchasing behavior across vis...

One:1 Grows Its Collection

Built on the belief that great eyewear should be designed for life and not for a season, One:1 has always focused on timeless shapes that fit and flatter a wide […] This story One:...

Ottica Gambirasi

Ottica Gambirasi Project and photo by Mise Design Studio Area: 50 m2 Year: 2026 For over thirty years, Ottica Gambirasi...

Eschenbach Launches New magno DIGITAL Video Magnifer

Eschenbach Optik of America, Inc., a leading manufacturer of high-quality magnification and vision-enhancing solutions for the visually impaired, has introduced the new magno® DIGI...

Quay stores deploy Eyebot automated vision testing

Where Does Mikey Get His Glasses?

Mikey and Diva Dan's current glasses are from the same location in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Gaudet Optical at 6465 Quinnpool Road, Halifax, Nova Scotia. It has always been difficult f...

SightCare Invites Independent Opticians Behind The Scenes

SightCare is inviting independent optical practice owners and managers to an informal evening of networking, ideas and conversation at Thomas Carter Opticians in Urmston this Septe...

In One Month, Paris Becomes The Global Capital Of The Optical Industry

In one month, a new season for the eyewear and optical industry will begin in Paris. Creativity, innovation, trends, networking and forward-thinking ideas: SILMO Paris will set the...

People, Innovation, Markets, Culture And Strategic Outlook – ANFAO 2026

ANFAO – the Italian Optical Goods Manufacturers’ Association – held its General Meeting on July 14 at Palazzo Flangini, the Association’s traditional annual opportunity for member...

Teachable Tuesday – How To Set Up Your Dispensing Area

John Seegers of Optician Works and Laramy-K has graciously shared some of their awesome videos with us to share with you. John is one of the top trainers for opticians, and his […]...

I Took a Vision Test in 90 Seconds With a Robot and Saw the Future of Vision Care

Eyebot wants to make getting a prescription for glasses as fast as ordering a coffee.

AI Glasses Try-On with Real-Time PD Measurement

Webkul’s AI glasses virtual try-on solves a problem every eyewear business knows: customers cannot see how a frame will look on their own face. They find a style they like, but the...