According to a study by Essilor one in five eyeglass wearers drives without their prescription glasses, choosing instead to wear non-prescription sunglasses.
The study also shows that “Drivers wearing polarized, prescription sunglasses are less likely to report problems seeing during winter and day-driving.”
This is a really interesting study that shows the benefits of wearing polarized lenses. They not only improve vision and perception, but also improve reaction times when driving.
Read all about it:
DALLAS, Dec. 14, 2010 /PRNewswire/ — More than 90 percent of decisions and reactions made behind the wheel depend on good vision. While many believe a bright, sunny day is optimal for driving, the reality is that blinding glare from sun, snow and vehicles is a significant contributing factor to fatal auto accidents. Additionally, a recent survey commissioned by Essilor of America, Inc., the world leader in eyeglass lenses, revealed a disturbing fact that 20 percent of eyeglass wearers sometimes drive without their prescription glasses and instead wear non-prescription sunglasses, quickly making day-driving unnecessarily treacherous.
For blinding glare when driving, simple solutions abound in the form of polarized, prescription sunglasses. In fact, a clinical study conducted by Essilor as a precursor to the survey found that driver reaction times improve by one-third of a second for drivers who wear polarized lenses. For a car traveling 50 miles per hour, one-third of a second allows a driver to stop 23 feet sooner, or the length of an intersection. In glare-intense situations, polarized lenses improve vision clarity by 75 percent, as opposed to ordinary sun lenses, allowing wearers to enjoy better clarity of vision.
“Only one-third of eyeglass wearers have prescription sunglasses with polarized lenses,” said Kim Schuy, Senior Global Director of Marketing, Essilor. “As our roadways heat up this winter and glare from the sun and snow increases, it’s critical that consumers discuss with their eyecare professional the life-saving benefits of prescription, polarized lenses.”
Trouble seeing while driving on sunny and/or snowy days is very common among glasses-wearers. However, those with prescription sunglasses, particularly those with polarized lenses, experience less trouble. Specifically, over 60 percent of eyeglass wearers surveyed agree that when driving during the day, glare from sun and snow makes it difficult to see while driving, notes Essilor’s survey.
It’s our favorite time of the year: THE JANUARY SALE AT EYE SPY! This year, we went all out with selected Anne et Valentin and Lafont frames at50% off, tons of other frames at 25% off and 15% offAND Frost frames for $75!!!!! Stop by and find an awesome new frame that you can brag about to all your friends!
Stacie chose two frames when she was in the store, but this week we decided to focus on her fantastic new shades!
Stacie not only looks great in her new Anne et Valentin specs, but she’ll also be able to see just fine when the sun gets all shimmery on all of this snow and ice we’ve got hanging around.
Congratulations Stacie, you’re our Customer of the Week!
Too many flex dollars, not enough time? At Eye Spy, we accept flex dollars and will make sure that you find quality handmade glasses as well as the best possible lenses for your prescription. Just ask and we’ll be happy to help you find an *awesome* new pair of specs!
As we pay close attention to our Farmer’s Almanacs and check weather.com daily for any sign of snow in the future, we at Eye Spy know that winter is right around the corner.
So why, you may ask, are we getting all giddy and hyper over sunglasses?
Because, the sun’s rays shine bright whether we like it or not and the glare off that snow and ice that is on its way is gonna beBRIGHT!
So, to get ready for the winter glare and shine, we have a TON of new Maui Jim frames in stock!
They’re all polarized so driving on those winter roads will be a little easier on the eyes when the sun hits the ice and snow.
They’re also pretty.
We can’t wait to outfit our Eye Spy customers in these Maui Jim frames!
We are giddy with anticipation for our trunk shows every Saturday in November, which will feature all of the new frames from our favorite lines! Hundreds of new frames, in every style and color imaginable…we’re getting dizzy just thinking about it!Come in next weekend for the LAFONT Trunk Show on Saturday, November 20 from 11-5!
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if, during the month of November, you bring canned food for donation to Lakeview Pantry, we will take$25 off your complete Rx eyewear purchase.
Leslie was tons of fun to help as she tried on and ultimately chose this awesome Francis Klein sunglass frame.
Many of you may know Francis Klein as the company that makes glasses with rhinestones and flowers and carving and painted details. But they also know how to tone it down just enough, when necessary.
We love Francis Klein frames and the many personalities they can compliment. We also love this frame and think Leslie is a genius for choosing this style!
Congratulations Leslie, you’re our Customer of the Week!
We are giddy with anticipation for our trunk shows every Saturday in November which will feature all of the new frames from our favorite lines! Hundreds of new frames, in every style and color imaginable…we’re getting dizzy just thinking about it!
And if, during the month of November, you bring canned food for donation to Lakeview Pantry, we will take$25 off your complete Rx purchase!
You know what’s great about funky glasses? They allow you to show the world a little bit of your personality without having to say a word. They’re a silent handshake “Hello.” No, they’re more like a hug.
When Grace came in to Eye Spy last week and saw this Francis Klein frame with little bumble bees painted in the corners, she found her new look. We love this frame on Grace and we can’t imagine it on anyone else.
I know, Right?!
Congratulations, Grace! You’re our CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK!
Jake chose a fantastic pair of Kaenon sunglasses! The lucky guy, these frames were a gift from his wife, Christina!
Check out Christina in her Maui Jims and Jake in his Kaenon frames!
If you’ve been in the store and noticed a couple of really fantastic paintings on the wall, those were done by Christina! You can check out more of her work at www.christinabody.com
We love her paintings and we love that both Christina and Jake wear awesome sunglasses that look great, but also provide exceptional sun protection. Gotta protect those eyes!
It’s finally here! The August Sunglass Sale is in effect! For the entire month of August every single pair of sunglasses is on sale from 10%-30% off! Come on in and get that frame you’ve been dreaming of!!!
The other day a lovely woman came in looking for a good pair of sunglasses. She needed, “The best lenses available.” We looked at both Kaenon and Maui Jim frames, as they have extremely well-made polarized sun lenses and after much consideration, she chose the Maui Jim. Her doctor had recommended she get better sunglasses because this lovely woman, with two lovely kids, had just recovered from eye cancer.
You see, getting an eye exam is about a lot more than checking your prescription. Our doctor will check for Glaucoma, High Blood Pressure, Cataracts, Diabetes, and Thyroid Disease, among other conditions that may first show signs in the eye.
This group organized a flash mob in NYC to raise awareness about eye health.
Take care of your eyes, they truly are the window to your soul!
The summer sun may not be here yet, but it is lurking right around the corner.
I know that many of us are looking forward to picnics by the lake, concerts in Millennium Park, and bike rides on a warm afternoon, that’s the joy of living in Chicago!
And, of course, many of you are preparing to stock up on sunscreen, yes?
But what about sunglasses?
According to a recent article in the Miami Herald, 78% of parents make sure their kids are wearing sunscreen (awesome!) but only 39% make sure their kids are wearing sunglasses (wha?!).
The eyes of children are extremely sensitive to the sun, making sufficient eyewear a necessity.
Check out the article here to learn more about the importance of sun protection for your child’s eyes.
At Eye Spy, we carry Julbo sunglasses for kids.Julbo‘s kids frames have shock-resistant lenses that offer 100% protection against UVA, B and C rays.
And a reminder–for the whole month of April, Eye Spy is celebrating a GREEN SCENE. If you ride your bike or the CTA to Eye Spy, you get 10% off a pair of Rx specs. If you donate an old pair of glasses, you receive $25 off a new pair of Rx frames! So come on by and celebrate a greener earth with Eye Spy!
Woo-Hoo! New sunglasses are arriving every day! It’s makes our hears a flutter and our minds a twitter and our eye a glimmer! We can’t wait to see these awesome new shapes on all of our customers’ pretty pretty faces!
And a reminder–for the whole month of April, Eye Spy is celebrating a GREEN SCENE. If you ride your bike or the CTA to Eye Spy, you get 10% off a pair of Rx specs. If you donate an old pair of glasses, you receive $25 off a new pair of Rx frames! So come on by and celebrate a greener earth with Eye Spy!
In her natural habitat, the Anne et Valentin Sunglass frame lolls about the store, sunning her handmade frame in the spring light.
Listen closely and you can hear the wind rustle the grass, you can hear the birds singing, but you can also hear the sound of danger, lurking in the weeds…!
The Anne et Valentin Sunglass frame springs into action, protecting her young from the harmful UV rays of the Sun, narrowly avoiding damage to the cornea and a future filled with cataracts and wrinkles!
Phew!
Wow, eyewear is SO EXCITING!
And a reminder–for the whole month of April, Eye Spy is celebrating a GREEN SCENE. If you ride your bike or the CTA to Eye Spy, you get 10% off a pair of Rx specs. If you donate an old pair of glasses, you receive $25 off a new pair of Rx frames! So come on by and celebrate a greener earth with Eye Spy!
