A tribe indigenous to Alaska called the Inuit originally invented the first pair of eyewear. It was a form of snow goggles to reduce the reflection of light from the snow. Thus, preventing snow blindness.
However, it was not made of glass or plastic, these innovators created a gadget out of animal bone, wood and leather. Only a single slit for each eye allowed for light to enter.
Once upon a time, these accessories were made from glass but today high-performance plastic lenses add various improvements, including lighter weight and shatterproof lenses. But calling it ‘sunplastics’ just doesn’t have the same ring to it.
After the Inuit, eyewear was found in ancient China. However, it was not to assist with vision or even style. In the 12th century, Chinese Judges used a piece of smoked quartz in hopes to disguise their expressions to the defendants on trial.
Elton John is known for wearing eccentric designer sunglasses wherever he goes. In fact, there’s even an award-winning play production called ‘Elton John’s Glasses’. The English singer-songwriter claims to own over 250,000 pairs of sunglasses! Spectacular indeed.
The most important benefit of wearing glasses is that they protect you from eye strain caused by UV (ultra-violet) rays. This UV light can harm your cornea, lens, retina and even your eyelids.
Sunglasses also prevent you from constantly squinting which could cause ‘dynamic wrinkles’. Eventually, it produces permanent creases and lines - even when you’re not squinting!
If you’re looking for sunnies that truly protects your eyes, choose a polarised pair with high UV protection. Bigger eyewear also offer more coverage for the skin around your eyes.
However, if you already have macular degeneration or diabetic retinopathy, then amber and brown lenses may be more useful. These lenses enhance contrast, which can help you see better.
Yes, sunglass trends are fun, but it’s important to invest in a pair of sunglasses that fit your face correctly. The shape of your sunnies can make or break your look and even enhance your best features.
Christian Dior was among the first couture companies to license their range of glasses back in the 60’s. So, in a way, Dior invented designer sunglasses. As expected, high-class fashionistas quickly took to the branded eyewear.
The Matrix movie holds the record for the most sunglasses featured in a movie. Moreover, if you look closely, you’ll notice that protagonists have round or oval-shaped glasses whereas antagonists have rectangular lenses.
In Ancient Rome, Emperor Nero apparently wore polished emerald gemstones while he watched gladiator fights in the colosseum. However, historians are not exactly sure whether he wore it to protect his eyes from the sun or to aid his near-sightedness.
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