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Iconic looks with Alex and Olivia Bowen
If you’re spotted our Eyecare Plan and wonder what two pairs of glasses to choose, Alex and Olivia Bowen are here to give you some inspiration. We spent some time with the celebrity couple, recreatin…

Slim sunglasses for this season
This season is all about slim sunglasses, a trend being led by Gen Z. Celebs like Kaia Gerber, Hailey Bieber, Kendel Jenner have all been spotted rocking this look. Whether you’re after acetate, met…

How a Vision Express eye test helped save 14-year…
11th September 2023: A simple eye test at Vision Express helped to save the life of Molly Holman, 14, from Herefordshire, following a stint of headaches and some clumsiness.

When to choose Transitions® Lenses?
If you’re not sure whether you should pick Transitions® lenses or not, we’re here to help. We’ve compiled 8 questions to ask yourself.

Celebrity Sunglasses spotted at Wimbledon
If you’ve been watching Wimbledon and wondering what sunglasses the celebs are wearing, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve rounded up our best matches and lookalike sunglasses to help you get your…

Party eyewear
Let’s go party! Check out the trending sunglasses and glasses you need in your collection. With the pink taking over our social media feed and towns, we’ve pulled together our best sunglasses and gla…

Vision Express and The OneSight EssilorLuxottica …
On Sunday 2 July 2023, six of our colleagues, Hasnain, Judith, Shweta, Diana, Camilla and Saloni, returned from a life-changing week in Moldova. Our team of 6, alongside other OneSight EssilorLuxotti…

Ray-Ban Reverse
The Ray-Ban Reverse collection takes iconic frames you know and reinvents them into something new and disruptive. See the innovative Wayfarer and Aviators that are just as stylish, comfortable and lo…

How we’re celebrating Pride at Vision Express
Since 2021, we’ve been working hard to create a culture where every colleague feels they belong. In June 2022, we ran our first inclusion survey to find out what’s important to our colleagues, and we…

Survive hay fever & pollen bombs this summer
Hay fever is a common pollen allergy that affects up to 1 in 5 people. There are many symptoms of hay fever, and it can affect everyone differently. Hay fever isn’t a serious condition, and there are…

6 ways to update your eyewear in 2023
Ready to try something new this 2023, but not sure where to start? Whether it’s trying a new look, or you’ve got a new hobby, we have new and exciting eyewear that you need to know about.

How to choose the Best Ski Goggles
When it comes to choosing the best ski goggles for you, there are a few things you should consider. Ski goggles protect your eyes and help improve your vision, performance and safety when hitting the…

World Diabetes Day 2022
Currently, in the UK, someone is diagnosed with Diabetes every two minutes. Early diagnosis is so important for all types of diabetes. It can save lives, prevent medical emergencies, and reduce the…

Festival sunglasses to match your look
Your festival eyewear is an essential part of your kit, whether you’re glamping at Glastonbury or raving at Reading. Sunglasses do so much more than neatly pull your outfit together – they protect yo…

Make-up tips for glasses wearers
Make-up and glasses have a history – ask anyone who’s ever tried slightly-too-long false lashes or spotted foundation marks on their nose. However, that’s all set to change. Here are our best tips,…