Let’s Talk Myopia By Laura Reale, Optometrist What Is Myopia — and Why Are Optometrists So Concerned? Myopia, or short-sightedness, is a common vision condition where distant objects appear blurry. Adults with myopia typically need glasses for driving, watching TV, playing sports, or going to the cinema. Children, however, rely on clear distance vision to learn — so when they develop myopia, they often struggle to see the whiteboard or their teacher clearly. Eye care professionals are increasingly alarmed by the rising number of children developing myopia. The Brian Holden Vision Institute predicts that by 2050: 👁️ 50% of the...

Living in this day and age, it’s almost impossible to avoid devices, be it a mobile phone, a tablet or a computer. These devices help you work, organize memos, come in very handy when writing school projects or papers, and have lots of other important functions. Hence, without them, one’s existence can be a struggle. Now, despite their revolutionary effect on our lifestyles, digital devices can have adverse side effects. The prolonged and continuous use of them can cause eye strain. This discomfort may be temporary and is mostly synonymous to computer users, who are known to experience this more...

Who says your eyes can’t be fashionable. As you know accessories bring the whole look together. Little details like belts or sunglasses add an edge or certain chicness to your ensemble, so why not indulge in a luxury pair of sunglasses to complete the outfit! Let our experienced stylists help find you the perfect sunglass. But what if you had a pair of sunglasses perfect for every occasion? This sounds like a slice of heaven and with the biggest range of Maui Jim sunglasses in Sydney, Lifestyle and Boutique Optical are your one stop shop for Maui Jim sunnies. Experience...

Everyone loves to feel special. We all revere that unique treatment, the one that makes you feel good and important, like royalty. At Lifestyle and Boutique Optical, we’re well aware of this which is why we have created a club for you. It’s our very own VIP club. This club is very important and every member is highly esteemed. There are lots of bonuses, packages and privileges in which members will be entitled to once they join. We can say it’s more than a club, it’s more like a community or society. Wouldn’t you love to be part of something...

Today glasses are considered fashion pieces. They are accessories that aren’t only for your eyes, but an adorned to complement your ensemble. Wearing glasses is a symbol of sophistication and fashion brands indulge in the beauty of creating fashionable eyewear to enhance a person’s overall look.  Luxury  fashion brands go a little further,  producing their own statement optical glasses and sunglasses too. Gucci is one of the oldest and most creative brands, producing stylish footwear, clothing, bags, accessories and of course spectacle frames and sunglasses. Guccio Gucci was the founder of the fashion house Gucci  and opened his first store...

One of Australia’s finest cities is about to experience major ground shaking events. Sydney is home to some of the most exclusive and most beautiful locations. The tapestry of innovation embedded in this city is stupendous which is why some of the largest events in Australia and the world at large, keep happening in Sydney. There are quite a lot of events currently going on, but come May, there’s about to be even more buzz in this city. So what’s really happening in May? To answer that, you’ll have to keep reading. There are 2 major events happening in Sydney...