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Over half of people in the UK wear glasses or have had corrective eye surgery. With regular eye tests often leading to new prescriptions, it’s easy to end up with a few unused frames lying around. Since most glasses are made from...

Do you have a pair of baby blues? Admired for their beauty, blue eyes have long been one of the most desirable eye colours. Often associated with innocence, calm, and trust, they’re the second most common eye colour across the...

Finding the perfect glasses should feel exciting, not overwhelming. That’s why we’ve brought back a customer favourite – the Glasses Direct Home Trial!  Whether you’re after a bold new look or just want a better fit, it’s the...

Spooky season is creeping closer — which means it’s time to conjure up your perfect spook-tacular look! October 31st is your time to get creative, dress up and have fun. And if you wear glasses? Don’t hide them away, let them take...

Hazel-coloured eyes are truly mesmerising to behold. Speckled with striking flecks of green, gold and brown, sometimes flecked with blue or grey, they stand out as remarkable and distinctive. They often appear to change in different...

In today’s world, digital screens are central to our lives, from smartphones and tablets to computer screens at work. Alongside this shift has come rising concern about the effects of blue light on the eyes, visual...

Despite being very unusual, grey eyes do in fact exist. They’re cool-toned, captivating and often have an enigmatic charm that sets them apart. The Ancient Greeks believed this rare eye colour was a true reflection of wisdom. While...

Menopause is a natural stage of life that can affect women both physically and emotionally. While hot flushes, mood swings and sleep disturbances are widely discussed, fewer people know that fluctuations in hormones caused by menopause...

2025 has been packed with eyewear moments worth celebrating, from responsibly made frames to charity partnerships and catwalk-inspired designs. At Glasses Direct, we’re proud to have led the way with standout launches that combine...

While blue and green eyes are often celebrated for their rarity and charm, brown eyes are the true global classic and equally captivating in their own way. Just think of stars like Dua Lipa, Olivia Rodrigo, Bruno Mars and The Weeknd...