The journal

Eyewear, explained

What the lens actually does, how a frame is meant to fit, and how to tell real stock from a convincing copy. Written to be useful rather than to fill a page.

Lenses and protection 3 min read

Photochromic Lenses in South African Sun: What to Expect

One pair that darkens outdoors and clears indoors. Genuinely useful, with two behaviours worth knowing before you buy: the car… Read on

Choosing frames 3 min read

Frame Materials: Acetate, Metal and Nylon Compared

What a frame is made of decides how it wears, how it sits and whether it can be adjusted. A plain comparison of the three… Read on

Care and maintenance 3 min read

How to Clean Sunglasses Without Scratching the Lenses

Most lens scratches are put there during cleaning. The fix is unglamorous: rinse first, never dry-wipe, and keep your shirt away… Read on

Screens and reading 3 min read

Reading Glasses Strength Guide: Choosing Between +1.00 and +3.50

Ready-made readers come in fixed steps from +1.00 upwards. Here is what the numbers mean, how to work out roughly where you sit… Read on

Buying guides 3 min read

How to Spot Fake Designer Sunglasses: A Buyer’s Checklist

Counterfeits have got better, and the old advice about logos and hinges no longer settles it. The reliable checks are about where… Read on

Lenses and protection 3 min read

Polarised vs UV Protection: Why They Are Not the Same Thing

Two different jobs, routinely sold as one. Polarisation is about comfort and clarity; ultraviolet filtering is about your eyes. A… Read on

Lenses and protection 3 min read

UV400 Explained: What That Number on Your Sunglasses Actually Means

UV400 is a wavelength, not a marketing grade. Here is what it refers to, why it matters more than tint, and how to check it on a… Read on

Eyewear Guides 3 min read

Best Sunglasses for Your Face Shape: A Practical Style Guide

Use face shape, frame width, bridge fit and personal style to shortlist round, square, cat-eye, aviator and rectangular… Read on

Eyewear Guides 3 min read

Best Sunglasses for Driving in South Africa: Polarised, UV400 & Fit

Choose driving sunglasses for South African conditions by comparing UV protection, polarised glare control, lens tint, frame… Read on

Eyewear Guides 3 min read

How to Measure Glasses Frame Size at Home

Learn how to read lens, bridge and temple measurements and compare them with a comfortable pair before buying sunglasses or… Read on

Eyewear Guides 3 min read

Oakley Sunglasses for Running, Cycling and Everyday Sport: A South African Guide

Choose Oakley sunglasses for running, cycling and outdoor sport by comparing coverage, retention, lens type, ventilation and… Read on

Eyewear Guides 3 min read

How to Check Ray-Ban Sunglasses Before Buying Online in South Africa

A practical checklist for buying genuine Ray-Ban sunglasses online: seller, model code, frame size, lens details, returns and… Read on