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New Carrera Frames Arrive

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Our stock of New Carrera Frames arrived today!  This classic 1960’s brand has recently been reinvented and we love it! The modern use of colour and original designs make the new optical eyewear collection both reassuring and completely ageless.  The exclusive use of  hand-polished Carrera acetates, with little metal studs providing a distinctively stylish notes, unisex glasses expressing a retro personality in rounded 1960s style, easy-to-wear at its best.  Here’s what they say about themselves:

It costs nothing to make a wish! The young “CARRERA generation” knows that there are no wishes that cannot come true, but only wishes that have not yet come true. They live their life to the fullest because anything can be tolerated except regrets over things left undone, words unsaid and love undeclared.

Live, be free, have fun, follow your ambitions and believe in impossible love and, in the end, lose yourself; because wherever we may end up, we will make it a great place. With no regrets.

Wearing Carrera is a unique, unmistakeable adventure in itself. Are you ready for a new collection fully interpreting the Carrera generation of dynamic, determined dreamers? With the watchword “After all, no regrets”!

Back to School: Helping children to see their future

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When I grow up… pilot, fire fighter, train driver, police officer?

Every child dreams of what they’ll do one day. Up to one in five children may have an eye condition they do not know about which could stop them achieving those dreams.

Poor eyesight can have a significant effect on children’s ability to learn and on their behaviour – yet often goes unrecognised by teachers, parents and by children themselves.

A free sight test may give every child the ability to see clearly, learn effectively and fulfil their career aspirations.

Children’s facts and figures

  • Up to 1 million children in the UK currently have an undetected vision problem. (Statistics provided by the Eyecare Trust and based on DCSF 2009 School Census 0-12 year olds);
  • Research shows that around 20% of school-aged children have an undiagnosed vision problem – that’s one in five children. (Professor David Thomson, City University, London);
  •  Over 90% of children visit a dentist regularly, whilst only 53% of children have ever had an eye examination. (Johnson & Johnson Vision Care Survey 2009);
  • 84% of parents agree that improved vision would have a positive impact on their child’s performance at school. (Johnson & Johnson Vision Care Survey 2009).

For more information see our article on Children’s Eyecare

 

 

Givenchy goes Royal at the Olympics

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Following the recent imagery of both Kate Windsor and Pippa Middleton wearing Givenchy sunglasses at the men’s Wimbledon final, Kate was yesterday seen wearing Givenchy again whilst enjoying the Olympic Equestrian Eventing at Greenwich Park.

 

Her choice of favoured sunglasses this time is model SGV761 0700 from the current 2012 collection.

 

Givenchy goes Royal at Wimbledon

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Miss Pipa Middleton was recently seen wearing her Givenchy sunglasses at the Wimbledon Mens Final on centre court:

 

 

 

 

 

 

She apparently then gave these to her sister, the Duchess of Cambridge, and was snapped sporting a second pair of Givenchys:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Police

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Back by popular demand, we have just had the new stock of Police ophthalmics arrive today.  This iconic brand doesn’t need any introduction, why not call in and find the pair to suit you??

Founded in 1983, Police stood out immediately as a brand with distinctive autonomous qualities; it entered an already crowded market though soon began to be loved and appreciated worldwide for its decisively underground feel. It stood out with its street style and amazed the general public with its blue lenses that appealed to everyone; this is where the long and extraordinary history of Police began, a brand that has been superbly represented over the years by icons of the showbiz, fashion and sports world, all having something in common, namely the uniqueness of being unique.

 

This is how the Police myth developed, not only a pair of glasses but a lifestyle, an icon for many, a wide-ranging lifestyle identity which now includes perfumes, watches, jewellery, small leather goods and clothing.

The brand’s style is aggressive, with an urban, metropolitan vocation. The brand’s designs are meant for a young and adventurous, independent and rebellious target. Non-conformist. Narcissistic, even a little hedonistic, the brand’s target loves breaking the rules and identifies itself only with a community: that of the fans of Police glasses.

 

 

Givenchy 2012 Frames

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They’re finally here, after a long wait due to stock problems that majority of the 2012 Givenchy frames have arrived this week.  Was the wait worth it? Most definitely: exquisite, chic design and top quality as you would expect from this leading design house.

Research into design and refined materials are the key features of the new Givenchy eyewear collection, developed under the creative direction of Riccardo Tisci.  Rich in high stylistic content, the Givenchy eyewear collection expresses a bold and alluring femininity that is in line with the spirit of the French Maison, presenting retro opticals that draw inspiration from prêt-à-porter themes.

Givenchy, founded in 1952 by designer Hubert de Givenchy, is an international luxury brand known for its haute couture, ready-to-wear collections for men and women and fashion accessories. Its iconic little black dress became a rage all over the fashion world after Hollywood actress, Audrey Hepburn wore it in the old classic, “Breakfast at Tiffany’s.”

Hubert de Givenchy retired after forty-three years of fashion design.

Since 2005, Riccardo Tisci has been appointed Artistic Director of the women’s haute couture, ready to wear and accessories collections. In 2008, his contract was renewed, expanding to menswear and its accessories. Aristocratic and distinctive, sober and mysteriously sensual, he has tenaciously built a coherent, modern universe at Givenchy, firmly anchored in the company’s illustrious heritage, but determinedly forward-looking.

New: Zuma London

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In our quest to find new, fresh and innovative frames to stock, we stumbled upon these fabulous rimless designs from Zuma.  They are a small but rapidly expanding London design house, we were blown away by the quality and attention to detail these guys have.  Plus it’s great to be able to support British design and manufacturing.

Zuma is the essence of London inspired eyewear design.  Concepts created by exciting new designers from the Royal college of Art and the London Institute of Art working closely with Optical professionals and product engineers, we always aim to deliver fresh exciting designs with a chic appeal.

Zuma means balance, and balance means Zuma.  At the centre of our design core, in our designer DNA, is the aim to balance the excitement of bold and the bright with the clean and classic.  The culmination is the delivery of frames that enhance the face with comfort and style.

 

 

 

New Ghost Frames Now In Stock

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Just arrived this week, the 2012 range of beautiful frames from Ghost.

Synonymous with luxurious feminine style Ghost Eyewear comprises an exquisite collection of individual and beautifully detailed eyewear pieces. A distinguished brand with a strong English heritage the models are tailored to flatter and display a high quality finish.

With contemporary flair the range creatively blends shimmering metals and high gloss plastics, producing a seductive selection of styles. Carefully composed at every stage a Ghost frame is delightfully and appropriately presented with elegant co-ordinated accessories.

Easter Opening Times

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Opening hours for the practice over the 2012 Easter period:

Thursday 5th April: 9am to 7pm

Friday 6th April: Closed

Saturday 7th April: Closed

Sunday 8th April: Closed

Monday 9th April: Closed

Tuesday 10th April: 9am to 5pm

 

From all the team at Jones & Jones, we are wishing you a Happy Easter !

New Ted Baker Frames Now In Stock

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We are really excited to have just taken delivery of our new stock of fabulous Ted Baker frames from their 2012 collection.  With some retro metals and really funky plastics there is sure to be something that will take everyone fancy!  As exclusive stockists of Ted Baker Eyewear in Barry you won’t find these anywhere else, why not call in and try a few?

Established in 1988, Ted Baker London has grown from its humble roots as a shirt specialist in Glasgow to a global lifestyle brand renowned for its high quality, irreverent sense of humour and, above all, unswerving attention to detail. The Ted Baker Eyewear collection reflects the brand’s distinctive and unconventional approach to fashion, and appeals to style-conscious men and women who trust Ted to deliver something out of the ordinary.