The True Cost of Cheap Glasses: Why It's Bad Maths

The True Cost of Cheap Glasses: Why It's Bad Maths

In today's fast-paced world, we often find ourselves looking for quick and budget-friendly solutions to our everyday needs. However, when it comes to eyewear, buying cheap glasses might not be...
Rebecca Thompson
Do Trends Really Matter When it Comes to Glasses?

Do Trends Really Matter When it Comes to Glasses?

In a world where fashion and design trends seem to change faster than the seasons, it’s natural to wonder if keeping up with the latest trends is worth the effort....
Rebecca Thompson
Embracing 'Quiet Luxury' in Eyewear Styles

Embracing 'Quiet Luxury' in Eyewear Styles

In a world often characterised by conspicuous consumption and opulent displays of wealth, the concept of "quiet luxury" has emerged as a refreshing and understated alternative. Quiet luxury is about...
Rebecca Thompson
How to do the 'oversized' glasses look if you have a slim face.

How to do the 'oversized' glasses look if you have a slim face.

Let's face it, there are a lot of larger glasses styles around currently. That's all very well, but what if you've got a slim or petite face? Don't you just...
Rebecca Thompson
Sustainable Eyewear (that's actually sustainable)

Sustainable Eyewear (that's actually sustainable)

Some very clever people in Sweden have figured out how to take old acetate glasses, grind them up and make new pairs. Making something new from something old 😍 For...
Rebecca Thompson
Why We Don't Do Eye Exams

Why We Don't Do Eye Exams

1. It's not what I'm expert at Optometrists are absolutely awesome and have been trained to be awesome at eye exams. Dispensing Opticians have been trained to be awesome (for...
Rebecca Thompson
Do you Do Prescription Lenses?

Do you Do Prescription Lenses?

Short answer: yes. Just because I talk about the lenses less, doesn't mean I don't do them or that they don't matter. Let's face it, there's no point having awesome...
Rebecca Thompson
5 Reasons You Struggle to Find Glasses You Love

5 Reasons You Struggle to Find Glasses You Love

1. No Help Being told, "the ladies frames are over there", rarely results in a joyful glasses buying experience. In a Styling Session here, you'll get my undivided attention (that's...
Rebecca Thompson
Where to buy glasses?

Where to buy glasses?

Whatever you've been told, you are NOT obligated to buy your glasses from the same place you have your eye exam. It is your right as a customer to search...
Rebecca Thompson
What is an Eyewear Stylist?

What is an Eyewear Stylist?

I can't speak for anyone else; but here's my definition: Someone who takes the time to get to know YOU. Not just how you look or your facial features, but...
Rebecca Thompson
How to Build Your Eyewear Wardrobe

How to Build Your Eyewear Wardrobe

We've all heard of the capsule wardrobe; a selection of essential, timeless items of clothing that transcend fashion and form the basis of outfits for many years. But have you...
Rebecca Thompson
The Beauty of Bespoke Eyewear with FEB31st

The Beauty of Bespoke Eyewear with FEB31st

If I could officially be obsessed with any one brand of eyewear it would be this one, FEB31st. Designed and crafted in the Italian mountains from sustainably sourced wood, this...
Rebecca Thompson