Laura Reale Optometrist

27/03/2026

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"I love running a business as much as my optometry work."

Laura Reale of Lifestyle Optical Sydney is an optometrist and business owner who has been running her business since 2000, driven by a deep internal pull to create something of her own. She started her first practice in The Galeries Sydney CBD and has since expanded to four practices within the Sydney CBD.

Today, Laura helps adults with demanding visual lifestyles see clearly and comfortably all day. Through holistic eye exams and independent, premium lenses, contacts, and eyewear, she expertly fits and styles solutions for work, screens, and everyday life.

At the heart of Laura's work is a genuine love for both the technical and business sides of what she does. "The best part is organising your life around the business," she shares. Over the years, she's learned that success requires more than technical skill, from navigating compliance and finances to managing people and operations. Each stage has brought new lessons and growth.

"HerBusiness not only guides me in running the business, but it also reassures me that I'm not alone — that my struggles are the same as other women. I get that warm fuzzy feeling -- the one you get when you have found your tribe."

Laura has been a member of the HerBusiness Network for over 7 years. Since joining, she has found connection, support, and a community of like-minded women who truly understand the highs and challenges of business ownership. She regularly attends member events, participates in programs, and has been part of a Growth Group for a number of years, where she has formed lifelong friendships.

Laura is also an international bestselling author and one of ten Australian women featured in Voices of the 21st Century: Wise Women Bringing Light to the World, an international collection celebrating women's achievements and wisdom. She co-authored the book with her fellow Growth Group member and HerBusiness Member, Marsha Lake. Laura's chapter shares her journey of growing her business from one store to four while balancing motherhood and is a story of resilience, adaptability, and determination.
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26/03/2026

Polarised lenses are not all the same-- tomorrow we showcase the best Polarised options for the strong Australian sun!!

Maui Jim Design Day in Sydney, personalised sunglass styling, full collection access, and prescription lens consultations at Lifestyle Optical. Experience the full collection, one day only. Saturday 28 March at Westfield Sydney.

09/02/2026

https://www.lifestyleoptical.com.au/blogs/news/laura-reale-international-bestselling-author-voices-of-the-21st-century
“I was strong enough, capable enough, and knowledgeable enough - and their opinions were not true.”

I’m honoured to share that I’m a contributing author in Voices of the 21st Century: Unstoppable Women Standing Strong, an international bestselling book celebrating resilience, truth, and lived experience.

Writing my chapter required honesty - about self-doubt, about unlearning false narratives, and about the quiet strength it takes to trust yourself when the noise is loud.

This book brings together voices from women around the world who have transformed adversity into purpose and reflection into growth. I’m proud to stand alongside them and grateful to be part of a story that encourages others to pause, question, and remember their own strength.

🔗 Read the full story and blog here:
https://www.lifestyleoptical.com.au/blogs/news/laura-reale-international-bestselling-author-voices-of-the-21st-century

🎟 Attend the official book launch:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/voices-of-the-21st-century-unstoppable-women-standing-strong-book-launch-tickets-1980453065431/

Thank you to everyone who has supported me along the way.







If you’d like to show your support, I’d love for you to join us at the book launch, an afternoon of shared stories and powerful voices.

Laura Reale is a contributing author to the international bestselling book Voices of the 21st Century: Unstoppable Women Standing Strong. Learn more and order your copy.

28/01/2026

Back to school!! 📚Now is the time for your youngsters or teenagers to have an eye check. Before the workload resumes 💻we can establish baseline results and, if close work causes vision changes 👁️during the year, we will better know how to treat it. 🥹Call us to book an appointment - we are open on Saturdays too. 92830900

27/12/2025

✨ We’re Open Throughout the Holidays

Spending time in the city over Christmas and New Year? We’re here for you.

Lifestyle Optical is open across the festive season, with plenty of opportunities to book an eye test, update your prescription, or take your time exploring Sydney CBD’s largest range of premium eyewear.

Whether you’re in between plans, back at work, or simply enjoying a slower pace, pop in and see us, no rush, no pressure, just expert stylists and the largest range to choose from.

👉 We also specialise in repairs, contact lenses, and have fast lens options - the largest lens options in Australia. If you love Tom Ford, we are Australia’s largest stockist. If you love Maui Jim, we have the largest range.

🎄 We’re only closed on:
• Christmas Day (25 December)
• New Year’s Day (1 January)

📍 Lifestyle Optical
Level 2, Westfield Sydney

Book ahead or visit us in-store, we’d love to see you.

27/12/2025

👁️✨ Clearer Vision Starts with What You Consume Every Day
The retina is one of the most metabolically active tissues in the body —
which means it loves fuel. The right kind of fuel. 🌿🥬🐟

Some foods have been shown to support long-term eye wellness by helping with:
✅ healthy retinal nourishment
✅ improved micro-circulation
✅ balanced oxidative response
✅ better comfort during high visual load
✅ stronger adaptation to low-light environments

And here’s the twist… it’s not just carrots 🥕😉
Sweet potatoes? Nearly 2× the Vitamin A of carrots! 🍠💛
Leafy greens? Packed with lutein & zeaxanthin — nutrients loved by your macula 🧬🥬
Omega-3 rich foods like salmon, tuna, and walnuts? Trusted allies for sustainable eye support 🌊🐟🌰

No exaggeration. No gimmicks. Just daily eye nutrition that works quietly over time ⏳👁️

06/10/2025

Happy Tuesday after a glorious long weekend!!
Book an exam if you need us!
92830900

16/08/2025

So excited!! Just received this chairside diagnostic tool from the Optometry Association-- sooo good!! I can show patients retinal progression of their eye problems with illustrations..
and then discuss ways of slowing down cell damage -- it's all in the guide!!

14/08/2025

Despite all this Sydney rain I am confident the sun will start shining and so it's important to think of UV and the damage it does to eyes.
UVA and particularly UVB cause irreversible damage to the delicate structures of the eye causing cataracts( irreversible) macular degeneration (irreversible), Pterygium ( irreversible) and photokeratitis- sunburnt eye ( reversible ). Why not protect the eyes to prevent these changes before they cause damage which will eventually affect your vision.
The best protection is wearing Transition ( photochromatic) lenses to block rays during everyday activities not just when at the beach, water or skiing. It's the accumulated doses of UV in everyday life that causes vision loss.
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Discover the clinical benefits of Transitions® lenses at Lifestyle Optical Sydney. UVA/UVB protection, glare reduction and all-day comfort - intelligent tint that adapts to Aussie sun. Book an eye test today.

12/08/2025

Many of my patients have stopped wearing their contact lenses because they could no longer read through them.
When I explained we have multifocal contacts they were surprised and we proceeded to do a new contact lens fit to given them the freedom of wearing contacts again.
Read the link for my full article.

Stopped wearing contacts because reading got hard? Lifestyle Optical Sydney offers the latest multifocal contact lenses — clear vision near and far, all-day comfort, UV protection and dry-eye friendly. Book a fitting today.

30/06/2025

Wake up your eyes with this simple task. 👀🤩

08/06/2025

Let’s Talk Myopia — and Why It Matters

Is your child struggling to see the board at school? Myopia, or short-sightedness, doesn’t just affect vision today—it can increase the risk of more serious eye conditions later in life, including retinal detachment, glaucoma, cataracts, and myopic macular degeneration.

By 2050, it’s estimated that up to 50% of the world’s population could be myopic, with 10% developing high myopia—a more severe form that poses long-term risks to vision.

The good news is, early intervention makes a difference. There are clinically proven ways to slow the progression of myopia in children, including specialised glasses, contact lenses, and low-dose atropine eye drops.

If you're wondering what steps to take or what options are right for your child, we’ve covered the essentials in our latest blog post.

Read the full article here:
https://www.lifestyleoptical.com.au/blogs/news/lets-talk-myopia

Tag someone who might find this helpful or share to spread awareness. Early action can help protect your child’s long-term vision.

Optometrist Laura Reale explains what Myopia (short-sightedness) is, why it's on the rise in children, and what parents can do to reduce the risks. Learn key prevention tips for healthy vision.