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Are daily contacts right for you?

If you are considering contacts, the first step is figuring out what type of contact lens is right for you. One of the most popular contact lens options are daily disposable lenses. These are often confused with daily wear contacts, which are taken out at nighttime and can last weeks Read more…

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Eye Exam Myths and Facts

Whether you never miss an eye exam or it’s been a few years since your last one, we bet you’ll learn something from this new infographic from our friends at allaboutvision.com. This new infographic does a great job walking you thought all the aspects of a true, honest to goodness, Read more…

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The hottest eyewear trend of 2017 is…

The New Year means tons of new eyewear trends are coming our way! So the first big question of the year is, what’s going to be the hottest eyewear trend of the year? Our money is on clear frames. Many of our favorite eyewear designers came out with clear frames Read more…

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Four Reasons to Give the Gift of Sight this Holiday Season

  Started by Dr. Amy Jankowski in 2010, the Gift of Sight program is dedicated to ending unnecessary blindness and helping to provide vision care for the less fortunate. So this holiday season, and any other season, we thank you for your generosity in donating to the Gift of Sight Read more…

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What’s the Deal with Eyelashes?

When you think about it for second, eyelashes and eyebrows seem to be a little strange. Why would we have hair around our eyes, which sometimes ends up in our eyes? As odd as they might seem, there is actually a few good reasons why eyelashes and eyebrows are nature’s Read more…

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Can Rubbing Your Eyes Damage Your Vision?

It’s second nature to rub or scratch at an itch, especially when it’s your eyes. Whether you are waking up in the morning or dealing with pesky eye allergies, rubbing your eyes can have a lasting impact on your vision health. Here’s why you should think twice before rubbing your Read more…

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Your Eyes Love Pumpkin Too

From lattes, to cookies, to pie, pumpkin spice flavor finds it’s way into almost everything this time of the year. While not all pumpkin flavored treats are good for your health, we simply cannot ignore the eye health benefits from adding pumpkin to your diet. Pumpkin is rich in antioxidants, Read more…

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Meet the Cast of the Fall Trunk Show

The Metro Eye Fall Trunk Show is quickly approaching, which mean it’s time to get to know the cast. We’re proud to bring you a show with 5 of the most beautiful eyewear brands from around the world.   SALT. Our loyal Metro Eye customers are very familiar with the Read more…

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Celebrate World Sight Day 2016

On the second Thursday of October, we celebrate World Sight Day, put on by the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness. It’s a day to raise awareness and funds for all of those dealing with vision problems and those who don’t have access to affordable or effective eye care. Read more…