Sunglasses

KITS Achieves Record Revenue and New Customer Growth in Q1 2021 as Revenues Rise 42% Year-on-Year and Glasses Deliveries Increase Over 45x Year-on-Year

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Thursday, May 13, 2021
Eyewear, Corrective lenses, Ophthalmology, Equipment, Clothing, Protective gear, Sports equipment, Glasses, Photochromic lens, Sunglasses

These investments consisted of promotional pricing for new customers, increased brand and marketing investments, and greater focus on providing an exceptional fulfillment experience.

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  • These investments consisted of promotional pricing for new customers, increased brand and marketing investments, and greater focus on providing an exceptional fulfillment experience.
  • We made tremendous progress building out these two growth vectors, glasses and Autoship, in the first quarter.\nIn Q1, we achieved our highest eyeglasses volumes to date as we delivered 41,000 pairs of eyeglasses.
  • To complement our existing blue light and progressive lens offerings, we recently launched prescription sunglasses and photochromatic lenses.
  • This will enable us to serve the needs of more customers while simultaneously improving our revenue and margin profile.

National Vision’s Reade Fahs Signs CEO Action for Diversity and Inclusion™ Pledge

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Friday, May 7, 2021
Other Retail, Optical, Health, Specialty, Fashion, Discount, Variety, Retail, Other Health, Eyewear, Sunglasses, National Vision Holdings, Inc., CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion™, NATIONAL VISION HOLDINGS, INC., CEO ACTION FOR DIVERSITY & INCLUSION™

b'National Vision Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: EYE), one of the nation\xe2\x80\x99s largest optical retailers providing quality, affordable eye care and eyewear, announced today that Chief Executive Officer, Reade Fahs, has become a signatory to the CEO Action for Diversity and Inclusion\xe2\x84\xa2 (CEO Action) pledge.

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  • b'National Vision Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: EYE), one of the nation\xe2\x80\x99s largest optical retailers providing quality, affordable eye care and eyewear, announced today that Chief Executive Officer, Reade Fahs, has become a signatory to the CEO Action for Diversity and Inclusion\xe2\x84\xa2 (CEO Action) pledge.
  • \xe2\x80\x9cSigning the CEO Action pledge is a public acknowledgement of how serious these efforts are to our mission and values, and our intention to continue taking meaningful action on these commitments going forward.\xe2\x80\x9d\nIn the pledge, National Vision committed to a series of actions related to diversity, equity and inclusion across its company, industry and communities, on many of which National Vision has already made progress.
  • \xe2\x80\x9cIt is my honor to lead National Vision in its proactive DEI strategy,\xe2\x80\x9d said Ms. Grove.
  • This commitment is driven by a realization that addressing diversity and inclusion is not a competitive issue, but a societal issue.

Christopher Cloos And Tom Brady Expand Cloos x Brady Eyewear Collection With Launch Of Two New Frames

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Wednesday, May 5, 2021
Sunglasses, Eyewear

b'NEW YORK, May 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Christopher Cloos, a leading maker of premium, timeless, and elegant eyewear, today announced the launch of two new frames in the Cloos x Brady eyewear collection.

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  • b'NEW YORK, May 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Christopher Cloos, a leading maker of premium, timeless, and elegant eyewear, today announced the launch of two new frames in the Cloos x Brady eyewear collection.
  • The Cloos x Brady Hermosa sunglasses and blue light glasses are available now in Christopher Cloos\' six signature colorways - Noire, Espresso, Grey Tonic, Ristretto, Coal and Bourbon and retails at $189 and $199 respectively.\nThe Cloos X Brady Pacifica is named after Brady\'s childhood beach in the Bay Area.
  • The full Cloos x Brady collection is made from Italian M49 acetate, a 100% eco-friendly, recyclable, and biodegradable Mazzucchelli product.
  • Christopher Cloos eyewear is available in over 500 stores globally.\nView original content to download multimedia: http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/christopher-cloos-and-tom-brady-...\n'

Zenni Partners with Eyewear Icon Iris Apfel to Launch “The Iris Apfel Edit”-- the First in a Series of Collections with the Soon-to-Be Centenarian

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Wednesday, May 5, 2021
Other Retail, Online Retail, Luxury, Other Consumer, Specialty, Women, Optical, Fashion, MEN, Retail, Consumer, Given names, Sunglasses, Companies, Apfel, Fashion, Iris, Kering, Eyewear, Economy of France, Zenni, Iris Apfel, ZENNI, IRIS APFEL

b"Zenni , the online eyewear retail leader, today announced an exclusive Iris X Zenni partnership with larger-than-life style icon, eyewear aficionado and self-proclaimed \xe2\x80\x9cgeriatric starlet\xe2\x80\x9d Iris Apfel.

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  • b"Zenni , the online eyewear retail leader, today announced an exclusive Iris X Zenni partnership with larger-than-life style icon, eyewear aficionado and self-proclaimed \xe2\x80\x9cgeriatric starlet\xe2\x80\x9d Iris Apfel.
  • The multi-year partnership kicks off with today\xe2\x80\x99s launch of a head-turning eyewear curation featuring 100 Zenni styles, as she approaches her milestone 100th birthday.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210505005183/en/\nZenni Partners with Eyewear Icon Iris Apfel.
  • We couldn\xe2\x80\x99t be more excited about this partnership,\xe2\x80\x9d said Michelle Ticknor, Head of Lifestyle and Social Impact Partnerships at Zenni.

Optical Academy Celebrates Paterson Public School 8th Grade class with Donation of Graduation Essentials

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Tuesday, May 4, 2021
Sunglasses, Eyewear, Paterson, New Jersey

b'CLIFTON, N.J., May 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Optical Academy, the leading provider of onsite and online eyecare and eyewear, and proponent of community success and development, is giving back to the community with a donation of Cap & Gowns, Tassels, Diploma Covers, & Class Rings to the Paterson Public School #3\'s 8th grade graduating class.

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  • b'CLIFTON, N.J., May 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Optical Academy, the leading provider of onsite and online eyecare and eyewear, and proponent of community success and development, is giving back to the community with a donation of Cap & Gowns, Tassels, Diploma Covers, & Class Rings to the Paterson Public School #3\'s 8th grade graduating class.
  • Optical Academy urges local businesses to help their community by donating wherever they can.
  • She goes on to thank the CEO on behalf of the entire 8th grade class, their educators, and parents.\nBackground: Optical Academy provides cost efficient eye exams and eyewear in schools, worksites, homes, & communities.
  • More information can be found on www.optical-academy.com or by calling 800-530-2730.\nView original content to download multimedia: http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/optical-academy-celebrates-pater...\n'

EyeBuyDirect And Lele Pons Launch "Embrace Your Light" Collection

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Tuesday, May 4, 2021
Eyewear, Ophthalmology, Clothing, Culture, Fashion, Ancient Roman technology, Prevention, Sunglasses, Lele Pons, Glasses, Lele, Pons

b'LOS ANGELES, May 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- EyeBuyDirect , the leading online retailer for prescription eyewear, has announced the launch of the Embrace Your Light sunglasses collection in partnership with Lele Pons, singer, actress and global entertainer.

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  • b'LOS ANGELES, May 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- EyeBuyDirect , the leading online retailer for prescription eyewear, has announced the launch of the Embrace Your Light sunglasses collection in partnership with Lele Pons, singer, actress and global entertainer.
  • "I\'m excited to partner with EyeBuyDirect for the launch of the Embrace Your Light collection," said Pons.
  • "\nThe collection features 20 styles ranging from $29 to $39 and includes:\nPalm Beach: This summer style features a detailed horn frame with double-layer acetate in red, tortoise, and blue\nFans of Lele Pons and EyeBuyDirect can get their sunglasses even faster with 2-day delivery available for $29.
  • Offering over 2000 affordable frames, EyeBuyDirect owns the entire process from concept and design to manufacturing, with fashionable frames starting at just $6.

Eyeking Launches Rae Dunn Eyewear Debut Collection

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Monday, May 3, 2021
Eyewear, Sunglasses, Luxury brands, Culture, Fashion

b'NEW YORK, May 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Eyeking LLC, a leading full-service and award-winning eyewear company, announces the launch of Rae Dunn Eyewear, the ceramic artist\'s first foray into the vision category.

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  • b'NEW YORK, May 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Eyeking LLC, a leading full-service and award-winning eyewear company, announces the launch of Rae Dunn Eyewear, the ceramic artist\'s first foray into the vision category.
  • The initial range features 7 frame styles offered in a variety of color options, including a few proprietary patterns designed exclusively by Rae.
  • "\nDarren Goldman, Brand Manager of Rae Dunn Eyewear at Eyeking, expanded on the partnership.
  • License partners include Rae Dunn Eyewear, Hobie Eyewear, and HyperX Spectre Gaming Eyewear.\n'

EyeBuyDirect's Guide To Tints And Lenses For Sunglasses

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Thursday, April 29, 2021
Ophthalmology, Eyewear, Clothing, Corrective lenses, Equipment, Protective gear, Sunglasses, Glasses, Polarization, Lens, Camera lens, Glare

Sunglasses are the go-to fashion accessory for the season and, with the proper lenses and tints, can offer protection while also sharpening vision for outdoor activities.

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  • Sunglasses are the go-to fashion accessory for the season and, with the proper lenses and tints, can offer protection while also sharpening vision for outdoor activities.
  • The lenses feature a special coating that blocks horizontally polarized light and shields the eyes from glare, while letting non-polarized light through.
  • The result is better visual acuity compared to standard tinted sunglasses.
  • Polarized lenses can be paired with any sunglass style.\nAlong with polarized lenses, the following lens tints can be added to enhance specific outdoor activities:\nBlack or Gray: Black or gray tints are perfect for daily use.

Nectar Sunglasses Rebrands, Launching New Premium Collection

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Thursday, April 29, 2021
Eyewear, Ophthalmology, Clothing, Culture, Ancient Roman technology, Prevention, Sunglasses, Fashion, Glasses, Luray

b'CHARLESTON, S.C., April 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Nectar Sunglasses is rolling out a new premium acetate collection this month, introducing a new website, and proudly proclaiming itself as an East Coast sunglass brand with the collaboration of Richmond-based ad agency Familiar Creatures.\nThe West Coast gets all the love when it comes to sunglasses, but Nectar is proudly from the East.

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  • b'CHARLESTON, S.C., April 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Nectar Sunglasses is rolling out a new premium acetate collection this month, introducing a new website, and proudly proclaiming itself as an East Coast sunglass brand with the collaboration of Richmond-based ad agency Familiar Creatures.\nThe West Coast gets all the love when it comes to sunglasses, but Nectar is proudly from the East.
  • Anticipating an expansion of the brand and the launch of a new collection, Nectar reached out to Familiar Creatures who developed a new website and a new brand platform called "Salt of the East.
  • "\nThe acetate collection is named after some of the most beautiful destinations on the East Coast, such as Anna Ruby Falls in Georgia and Luray Caverns in Virginia.
  • Founded in 2012, Nectar offers sunglasses, blue light blockers, and prescription eyewear.

BJ’s Wholesale Club Launches New Online Shopping Experience for BJ’s Optical

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Wednesday, April 28, 2021
Online Retail, Retail, Health, Other Retail, Supermarket, Specialty, Optical, Eyewear, Ophthalmology, Retailing, Clothing, Retailers, BJ's, BJ, Sunglasses, Glasses, Warehouse club, Medical prescription

b"BJ\xe2\x80\x99s Wholesale Club (NYSE: BJ), a leading operator of membership warehouse clubs in the Eastern United States, today announced a new online shopping experience for BJ\xe2\x80\x99s Optical, which allows shoppers to purchase sunglasses and prescription eyewear on Optical.BJs.com .\nThis press release features multimedia.

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  • b"BJ\xe2\x80\x99s Wholesale Club (NYSE: BJ), a leading operator of membership warehouse clubs in the Eastern United States, today announced a new online shopping experience for BJ\xe2\x80\x99s Optical, which allows shoppers to purchase sunglasses and prescription eyewear on Optical.BJs.com .\nThis press release features multimedia.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210428005122/en/\nBJ\xe2\x80\x99s Wholesale Club launches a new online shopping experience for BJ\xe2\x80\x99s Optical, which allows shoppers to purchase sunglasses and prescription eyewear on Optical.BJs.com.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)\nBJ\xe2\x80\x99s online optical experience is now a one-stop shop for frames, single vision eyewear, non-prescription and prescription sunglasses, and contact lenses for the whole family.
  • BJ\xe2\x80\x99s has also recently launched an enhanced mobile app , buy online, pick-up in club for fresh and frozen items , contactless curbside pickup and more.\nAbout BJ\xe2\x80\x99s Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc.\nHeadquartered in Westborough, Massachusetts, BJ's Wholesale Club is a leading operator of membership warehouse clubs in the Eastern United States.