The Optical Gallery

23/11/2025

I’ve had so many people ask about the new Transitions Gen S colours.
So while in Cyprus, I filmed a proper deep dive. What they look like, how they feel to look through, and which ones genuinely make sense.
Hope it helps you choose your next pair 👇

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16/11/2025

Most people think “Japanese acetate is the best.”
But… is it really?

I kept seeing the debates online, Japan vs Italy, so I decided to break it all down properly.

If you’ve ever wondered why some frames feel sculptural, others warm and expressive, and why certain colours hit differently, this one’s worth a watch.

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12/11/2025

Beaten metal that shimmers like jewellery, that’s the Kuboraum H22.
Fitted with our OG Winter Berries tint for everyday enhancement, layered with Dinamica Green to keep the world shaded and balanced.

Industrial edge, optical artistry.

09/11/2025

From wearable to wild. theo eyewear Boldness Bar shows just how far design can go.
Meet Isolines and Make-Up: two collections that define Theo’s creative spectrum.

FANs of THEO eyewear

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05/11/2025

No cappuccino after 11am. ☕
No ordinary eyewear, either.

Mad in Italy Vittoriale, A brown to blue Lens Art tint, transforming in light like Italian mood swings. 🇮🇹

01/11/2025

Ever wondered what really separates Designer, Luxury, Niche, and Independent eyewear? 👓
In this new video, Nik breaks down the five key categories shaping modern eyewear,
from the fashion giants to the creative independents redefining what glasses can be.

🎥 Whether you’re into craftsmanship, collectibility, or creative design, this is for you.

Which category are you most drawn to?
Drop it in the comments, because we geek out over this stuff 😎

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31/10/2025

Back in the mix!

We’ve been nominated (again) for Best Fashion Practice at the Optician Awards 2025. 🖤
Eyewear as culture, eyewear as art — this is what we stand for, "and on top of that we're OGz".

Thank you to everyone who continues to see the love.

Good luck all 🖤

29/10/2025

“Harry… stay in your lane, mate.” 🪄👓

26/10/2025

By now, you know we love photochromic lenses, and by far our favourite has to be Dinamica by Marma London.

Here’s a deep guide into the full range of colours; what they look like, how they feel to see through, and how each one can enhance your vision while upgrading your eyewear style game.

Whether you love bold tints, subtle tones, or that perfect all-day lens, this one’s worth the watch.

🎥 Watch now →

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27/08/2025

👑 Princess is no stranger to The Optical Gallery — her eyewear wardrobe is already stacked with incredible pieces, always on rotation.

At her recent eye test she couldn’t resist adding two new chunky acetate stunners to the collection:
✨ A bold luxury statement from Kuboraum Berlin
✨ A playful, sculptural piece from theo eyewear

Both fitted with her prescription, both guaranteed to turn heads.

Enjoy wearing them, Princess — we love seeing you bring these frames to life 👓💛

26/08/2025

☀️ Most people know about sunglasses, tints and photochromics… but there’s a sunglass hack that almost everyone’s forgotten 👀

In our latest video I break down sun protection options for your eyes. From gradient tints and photochromic tech to mirrors and coatings, and then reveal the underrated hero: custom clip-ons by OptiClip.

These aren’t the clunky flip-ups you remember. They’re custom-made to fit any frame, with endless options for colour, finish and style. Affordable, stylish, and practical.

🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube now!

👓 Which team are you on: Tint 🌈 / Transition 🌞 / Clip-On 😎 ?

Not all sun protection is created equal 🌞In this video, I break down the main options for protecting your eyes against harmful UV rays — from tints (solid, ...

25/08/2025

🚨 We're Hiring in Twickenham!
Are you obsessed with eyewear, style, and making people feel amazing in their frames? Whether you're an experienced Dispensing Optician or someone with great vibes and a hunger to learn — this could be your time.
Join The Optical Gallery and become part of a fashion-forward, award-winning optical team that does things a little differently. Full in-store training provided.

👁️‍🗨️ Apply now via the link: https://opticalgallery.co.uk/blogs/eyewear-styling/were-hiring-dispensing-optician-or-optical-assistant-wanted-at-the-optical-gallery