While we sell prescription glasses here at Arlo Wolf does not mean we laugh at glasses when used as probs or when they are obvious "fake" as in without prescriptions. Some times they work great as probs like in the well known Hollywood movies. Here are some of most famous probs. From the iconic horn-rimmed glasses perched atop Clark Kent's nose to the round, wire-framed spectacles donned by Harry … Read More about Spectacles on Screen: The Role of Glasses as Props in Cinema
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The Evolution of Prescription Glasses
We wear them every day and we literally look through them for many hours a day but we rarely think about how they came about or even just about the improvements we have seen over the last century. Here at Arlo Wolf we have prepare a little history lesson about prescription glasses. Luckily there has been technological advancement since the beginning as well a lot work is put into the designs. … Read More about The Evolution of Prescription Glasses
Best places to read for your eye health
It’s a well known fact that reading on old fashioned paper is beneficial for your eyes. In a world dominated by screens and online spaces, it can be easy to cast aside paper books in favour of social media. As British Summer Time has just arrived, we thought it apt to recommend the best places to kick back with a book, whilst improving your eye health. At Arlo Wolf, we’ve compiled this guide on … Read More about Best places to read for your eye health
Can reading affect your eye health?
Reading and eye health have been the subject of an ongoing debate for some time, with a lot of mixed messages regarding whether reading is good or bad for your eyesight. What is accepted by most is that reading does have some effect on your eye health, but is this effect positive or negative? It’s important to separate fact from fiction when discussing a topic such as eye health, and knowing ways … Read More about Can reading affect your eye health?
Arlo Wolf Book Club – why we’re joining #Booktok
It’s the start of a new year. With that comes New Year's resolutions, and Arlo Wolf’s is to read more. For us at Arlo Wolf, we’ve had a history of sharing book recommendations on our Instagram because we know the importance of reading for eye health. Towards the end of last year, we joined TikTok and became inspired by the book loving community as they shared their favourite books. So, this year, … Read More about Arlo Wolf Book Club – why we’re joining #Booktok
Reasons why an Arlo Wolf gift card is a great Christmas gift
Christmas gift card from Arlo Wolf Often, when it comes to Christmas gifts, planning what to buy someone can be more stressful than it should or needs to be. We’re all unique, so it makes sense that we all like different things and that can cause confusion. It can take a lot of research and time spent shopping to find the perfect Christmas treat, which is not ideal when there’s the tree to put up … Read More about Reasons why an Arlo Wolf gift card is a great Christmas gift
Halloween costume ideas 2022
Halloween costume ideas for glasses wearers How is October here already? The year is whizzing by but the best thing about this time of year is the different seasonal events that come along with it. First up is Halloween and that means you need a costume. You might be thinking about a costume that everybody’s going to recognise this year, so here are our best Halloween costumes for 2022. Since … Read More about Halloween costume ideas 2022
Eco friendly fashion guide
Eco style guide We understand the importance of eco fashion, and with rising climate awareness and society slowly moving away from fast fashion, we have created this guide on where and how to get the best eco-friendly fashion pieces. The guide also explains how to pair our new eco-friendly glasses range and more importantly why it’s crucial to get rid of your big-brand online shopping apps and … Read More about Eco friendly fashion guide
Wearing sunglasses to a wedding
Sunglasses for weddings With summer in full swing (although it may not feel like it), many people are starting to browse their sunglasses collections to find the perfect pair to match their outfits. The nice weather also means more outside weddings are also taking place - and sunglasses are a must. But, how do you wear sunglasses to a wedding? At Arlo Wolf, our wedding sunglasses guide will … Read More about Wearing sunglasses to a wedding
The ultimate festival packing list
What to pack for a festival Summer is just around the corner and with it brings the promise of festivals throughout the UK and abroad. Come rain or shine, people will be lining up across the globe to sample great food, try a variety of drinks, and dance in fields, on beaches and in tents. Despite all of the excitement in the build up to a festival, it’s all too easy to forget some of the … Read More about The ultimate festival packing list
How to beat screen fatigue and care for your eyes
Screen fatigue when working from home If you've been working from home since last year, you might have noticed that towards the end of each day, your eyes are feeling more tired than usual. It's understandable. Many of us are still in lockdown mode, which means that our jobs, friendships, entertainment, and news are all delivered to us via screens. Even when you're not staring at traditional … Read More about How to beat screen fatigue and care for your eyes
True or false: Do carrots help your eyesight?
Do carrots help your eyesight? As children, most of us were fussy about eating our fruit and vegetables and witnessed the daily struggle our parents went through getting us to finish everything that was on our plate. The age-old saying that carrots would make us be able to see in the dark was probably convincing when we were children, but looking back, it’s probably not plausible that a vegetable … Read More about True or false: Do carrots help your eyesight?
