Blog about Glasses

Our Amsterdam Style Guide

Amsterdam style guide This Dutch city may be renowned for its plethora of cycling residents, however, you won’t find the majority in cycling shorts or clip-on biking shoes. Amsterdam is up there in Europe for quintessential effortless fashion, but with a unique edge. We’ve found some key fashion highlights which we think match perfectly to some of our Arlo Wolf frames. If you are visiting, … Read More about Our Amsterdam Style Guide

10 jobs that require good eyesight or glasses

Jobs that need good vision Did you know there are certain jobs that you need good eyesight for? We would all love to have perfect vision but, unfortunately, many of us don’t and have to wear glasses. Whether you were born with vision problems or have developed them over time, there’s no doubting glasses have changed many lives all over the world - but what jobs do you need good eyesight for? Take … Read More about 10 jobs that require good eyesight or glasses

Our London style guide

What to wear in London London is moving up the leagues in the fashion world and becoming comparable to the likes of Paris, Milan and New York. Our capital is full of communities of various cultures, backgrounds and ideologies and we love that this influences fashion. When compared to our previous location style guide in the UK, there is more variety due to the size of London.  There are some … Read More about Our London style guide

Can you make your eyesight better?

Improving your eyesight If you’ve ever heard the expression: “the eyes are a window to the soul” then you’ll know that there’s some truth in that. Our eyes have a potent significance that no other part of our body possesses. We not only interact with each other through our eyes - a lifetime of use, not forgetting the half-glances and the odd wink here and there - but we also interact with the … Read More about Can you make your eyesight better?

How to take care of your eyes on holiday

Can you damage your eyes on holiday? Sun, sea, good food and better drinks; this describes the standard summer holiday abroad, right? Most of the time. However, the stark contrasts that exist between many foreign countries and the UK are often too extreme for our bodies to handle. Specifically, our eyes.  First, there are the long-haul flights which can exacerbate the sleep deprivation you’re … Read More about How to take care of your eyes on holiday

Summer wedding sunglasses – Top picks from Arlo Wolf

Wedding sunglasses for summer Summer is the most popular time of year for wedding ceremonies across the country and abroad - and it’s no surprise why! Picture canapes on the outdoor terrace, basking in the countryside sunshine - and not to forget the wedding photographs in amongst the landscaped gardens. You’ll definitely need a pair of wedding sunglasses to protect your eyes from the sun while … Read More about Summer wedding sunglasses – Top picks from Arlo Wolf

A summer holiday style guide for 2019

Summer style guide 2019 Summer is finally here and with it comes the excitement of jet setting to faraway destinations, escaping the hustle and bustle of everyday life. If you’re like us, you will also love the time before heading on holiday, where you can plan and prepare what to take with you on your journey!  To lend a helping hand, we have offered up a few summer holiday outfit ideas for … Read More about A summer holiday style guide for 2019

A Manchester location style guide

What to wear in Manchester Manchester is a vibrant and cultural city (promise we’re not biased because Manchester is Arlo Wolf’s home!). Manchester fashion varies largely due to a plethora of different demographics and a large creative community. From hipsters to footballers, we have matched some of our frames to all the different trends from different districts within Manchester. The eclectic … Read More about A Manchester location style guide

Do all sunglasses provide UV protection?

Sunglasses and UV protection There’s no doubt that sunglasses are a fashion statement, but that doesn’t mean they all provide complete UV protection. If you’ve bought a cheap pair of sunglasses, chances are they aren’t filtering out any of the sun’s harmful UV rays. In this guide, we’ll take a look at the importance of UV lenses and how to tell if your sunglasses are equipped with them. What … Read More about Do all sunglasses provide UV protection?

Does wearing glasses make your eyes worse?

If you’ve been told you need to start wearing glasses, but you’re worried that they will make your eyesight worse, you’re not alone. Many others like you often avoid wearing prescription glasses for as long as possible, after hearing that they can weaken your eyes and worsen your eyesight. We’ve created this post to offer some insight into where this idea comes from, as well as the best steps … Read More about Does wearing glasses make your eyes worse?

A guide to the different types of lenses available

Types of lenses When it comes to eyeglasses, there’s one part that often gets overlooked (no pun intended). A lot of thought goes into picking your frames - the colour you’d like, whether or not you want them with a matte finish or wood effect - but what about the actual lenses? Eyeglass lenses are sometimes neglected, and they shouldn’t be. There are so many options to choose from, from … Read More about A guide to the different types of lenses available

Which glasses are best paired with grey hair?

Glasses for grey hair Whether your grey hair is au naturel or you’ve dabbled with a little hair dye, the great news is grey hair is extremely complementary to those that wear glasses. From the shape to the style and colour, there’s a lot to think about when purchasing a pair of glasses. Don’t worry if you’re overwhelmed by all the choices - in this guide we’ll break down the best styles for … Read More about Which glasses are best paired with grey hair?