The Future Look of Sports

MYKITA MYLON blurs the border between fashion and sports. 

State-of-the-art design coupled with a material that boasts individual adjustability, low weight and extreme durability make these spectacles both an outstanding sporting companion and a perfect everyday accessory. 

 The manufacturing process for MYLON has won MYKITA recognition in the form of the iF material award. The collection was honoured with the Red Dot design award in the field of product design.

Each pair of Mykita Mylon glasses combine seemingly contrary elements to form a new material. Finest powder, fused into a three-dimensional shape. Robust and at the same time a snug, contour-hugging fit. With with an organic look on the surface. But down to the last fibre a high-tech product.

 

The evolution of the MYKITA MYLON frames began with a new production process: 

Selective Laser Sintering enables the creation of objects in every possible geometrical configuration. 

Layer by layer a super-fine polyamide powder is turned via CO2 laser sintering into three-dimensional objects that are fed in beforehand in data form. 

 In 2007 MYKITA began experimenting with the polyamide material, aiming to pioneer it in the production of eyewear. 

Several years of research were invested in the development of a complex, patented process in which the raw surface of the material is prepared and rendered wearable in a series of stages, giving the frames a unique visual and tactile appeal.

If you are serious about your sports, call in to James Doyle Opticians, Wilmslow and try out these revolutionary frames for yourself.

Wilmslow Optician Stocks Award Winning Lindberg Eyewear

Here at James Doyle Opticians in Wilmslow, Cheshire, we were delighted to hear that on Thursday January 15th, LINDBERG celebrated it’s 71st design award, this time with Wallpaper Magazine in London.

The design awards is a round-up of all Wallpaper’s favourite things from the past 12 months and it’s the year's highest achievements in design.

WINNER OF BEST TECHNIQUE

In the latest issue of Wallpaper that just hit the streets – Wallpaper “is dispensing the design world’s highest honours to the truly deserving, and cookie-crumbling disappointment to everyone else.”

LINDBERG is very proud to have won the award within the category of: “Best technique” with our LINDBERG Horn glasses.

The magazine is considered the world’s number one global destination, championing the best in architecture, interiors, fashion, art and contemporary design. The celebration took place at Bonham’s auction House in London on Thursday January 15th with some of the most creative influencers in the business.

Wallpaper writes

BEST TECHNIQUE

Buffalo horn glasses, by LINDBERG

The long and short of sight have been sporting horn-rimmed specs since the 16th century. However, most opticians have long since abandoned actual horn in favour of more easily tamed replica materials. Three years ago, Danish spectacle maker Lindberg, always up for a challenge, took on the task of bending, or rather, unbending genuine horn to its will and minimalist aesthetic. The company uses specially treated laminated strips of buffalo horn, bonded with its secret recipe glue. And, in the latest collection, Lindberg has matched it with a titanium nose bridge, temples and hinges to create specs that offer horn’s unique glow and colouration but with unprecedented lightness, sleekness and comfort. Proper horny.

To see our extensive collection of Lindberg frames, call into our Wilmslow Practice or call for an appointment on 01625 548848.

Top 5 Reasons to wear Sunglasses

Here at James Doyle Opticians in Wilmslow, we are always ready to advise our customers about the reasons to wear sunglasses with high quality lenses.

We know that it is very tempting to think that all darken lenses are pretty much the same, but really they are not.



We are exposed to far more sunlight than we realise.

You should always choose polarised sunglasses that block out between 99% and 100% of UVA & UVB radiation, to ensure that your eyes are properly protected.

Ask your Optician about prescription sunglasses, which will help to protect your eyes and eliminate glare while you are outdoors or driving.


1. UV Protection

The sun's harmful UV rays can lead to serious and in some cases long-term health issues, including photokeratitis (sunburn of the eye's surface), pterygium (growths on the eye), cataracts and macular degeneration.

It is important to realise that sunglasses that do not provide UV protection can cause more damage by shading the eye - causing the pupil to dilate and allow in even more harmful UV rays.

2. Skin Cancer

5% to 10% of all skin cancers occur around the eyes.  Always wear quality, protective sunglasses when outdoors - whether working, driving, running, playing or watching sports.

3. General Eye Comfort

The sun's brightness and glare interfere with comfortable vision and the ability to see clearly, causing squinting, eyes to water and possibly headaches.

4. Dark Adaptation

Spending even a relatively short time in intense sunlight can hamper you eye's ability to adapt quickly to night time or indoor light levels, and make driving at night difficult and even hazardous.

5. Blue-Light Protection
(HEV: high-energy visible radiation)

use outdoor lenses that absorb the HEV as accumulated exposure has been associated with AMD (age related macular degeneration)













Please call in to our Wilmslow Practice to view our extensive range of Sunglasses, so we can ensure that you look fabulous and keep your eyes safe.

Local Opticians 20th Anniversay Event, Wilmslow

Last month here at James Doyle Opticians, in Wilmslow Cheshire, we celebrated 20 years of trading in Wilmslow, with a fundraising party, kindly supported by many other local traders.


It was all in aid of UK-Med who are raising money to help fight the recent Ebola outbreak

The guests enjoyed some delicious canapes, supplied by Cook, Wilmslow, washed down with a glass of chilled Champagne, whilst watching a video montage of how the practice has developed since its opening in the 1990's, including this fresh faced gem !

 Entertainment was provided by the talented Alessia Doyle, who had chosen some wonderful tracks which managed to name check some of the luxury brands in stock, very clever.

Then the serious fund raising began, with Graham Doyle acting as auctioneer. Prizes included dinner for two at The Alderley Edge Hotel, two Pandora bracelets from Mr & Mrs Orme, sunglasses from Chanel and Dunhill, as well as some stylish cufflinks from Dunhill, a signed CD and DVD by Russell, The Voice, Watson, two bespoke shirts from Harris and Howard and an original piece of artwork by Eliza Brown.

Further prizes were entered into a raffle and included a sumptuous gift set from Hoopers Wilmslow, designer clothes from Black White Denim, a doggy hamper from Barkers, scents from Cartier, a voucher from Haslams shoes Sunglasses from Cartier and Maui Jim, a trial membership at David Lloyd Leisure, Cheadle and a make over at Harper & Quinn hair salon.

In total more than £2,000 was raised and much fun was had.  Here is to the next 20 years !