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Summer Trunk Show

Our newest additions to our eyewear collection are now some of our most popular. Allied Metal Works and Barton Perreira have turned heads and now they will be at Metro Eye again this Friday for a Spring Trunk Show! The show kicks off Friday, July 29 at 9am and runs Read more…

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Eye Healthy Foods to Get at the Farmers Market

Farmers markets are easily one of the best things about summer in Wisconsin. From the huge market held around the capitol in Madison, to the local flavor of the one in West Allis, there’s a farmers market for every community. Being so close, we’re partial to the Cathedral Square Market! Read more…

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How to Care for your Glasses like a Pro

Congrats on your new pair of glasses! You now have a updated prescription, a fresh style, and a whole new outlook on life (pun intended). For most people, new glasses are a big investment that needs to last throughout the year. That makes proper glasses care a must. Here’s some Read more…

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Why Sunglasses are More Than a Fashion Accessory

When you think sunglasses, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? We picture somebody hanging out on a beach looking chic in a fresh pair of shades. There’s just something about sunglasses that can instantly turn your look from “plain Jane” to the cover of Vogue. So it’s no Read more…

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Why You Should Skip the Drugstore Readers

Death, taxes… and bad vision Poor vision is an unavoidable part of growing older. Usually around the age of 40, people begin to notice changes in their vision and struggle to read or focus on things up close. That’s no problem – just go pick up a pair of reading Read more…

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Three Reasons Why You Can’t Miss The Annual Sunglass Sale

Summer is revving up and the annual sunglasses sale is here! We have three reasons why you should take full advantage of the season’s best prices. Carefully Curated Collection Our collection of frames and sunglass frames is truly one of a kind. We’ve selected some of the best frames from Read more…

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Know Your Eyes: How to Prevent Cataracts

The past few weeks have been dedicated to learning more about cataracts and how cataracts are treated. This time, we’ll turn our focus to how you can prevent cataracts from developing and what steps you can take today to ensure a healthier lifestyle. “An ounce of prevention is worth a Read more…

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Know Your Eyes: How are Cataracts Treated?

In our first Know Your Eyes blog, we discussed what cataracts are and what happens to your eyes when cataracts develop. In this blog we’ll check out how cataracts are treated and what a cataracts patient can expect from their treatment. Where does treatment start? – Your local optometrist. So Read more…

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Know Your Eyes: What are Cataracts?

June is Cataracts awareness month – so throughout the month, we’ll be supplying you with everything you need to know about cataracts, how it affects your vision, and what you can do to treat and prevent it. First things first – What is Cataracts? Similar to a camera, you eyes Read more…

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The Best Sunglasses for your Milwaukee Summer

It’s so close we can almost taste it! Summer is right around the corner! Soon Bastille days, Summerfest, and Jazz in the Park will have us spending more time outdoors soaking up the sun. The perfect companion for all the summer fun is a stylish pair of sunglasses. Our optical Read more…