Archive for January, 2012

Wiley X Adds New WX Valor To Its Changeable Series of Protective Eyewear

January 31st, 2012

Wiley X® has added the new-for-2012 WX Valor™ to its popular Changeable Series of protective eyewear, designed to provide hunters and shooting sports enthusiasts with an unparalleled level of vision protection, optical performance and versatility. These new Rx-ready glasses combine cutting-edge style and a popular half-frame design that is equally appropriate for serious shooting, sports activities or just socializing.

The new WX Valor gives shooters and hunters the same advanced protection that has made Wiley X a leading provider of eyewear to U.S. military forces for 25 years, earning the stringent ANSI-Z87.1-2003 Impact Standards rating as well as U.S. Military Specifications for combat eyewear (MIL-PRF-31013). In fact, Wiley X is the only premium performance eyewear brand with this stringent ANSI-Z87.1-2003 High Velocity Impact rating on every pair of sunglasses it makes — ensuring the highest level of protection for every outdoor activity.

With a range of available configurations and the option to purchase additional lenses, the WX Valor can easily adapt to a wide variety of tasks and light conditions. The Black Ops WX Valor (Model CHVAL01) features a stealthy combination of Smoke Grey lenses and a Matte Black frame designed to meet the uniform needs of law enforcement and secret service personnel. WX Valor Model CHVAL02 combines a Gloss Black Frame with Wiley X’s distinctive Bronze Flash Lenses for superior performance with good looks. WX Valor Model CHVAL04 features Polarized Smoke Green Lenses – ideal for reducing reflected glare and for use on the water – with a unique Metallic Silver frame. To cover a wide variety of situations, the WX Valor Model CHVAL06 provides a complete shooter’s system, matching a Matte Black frame with interchangeable Smoke Grey, Clear and Light Rust lenses. The new WX Valor is also Rx-ready, making it an ideal choice for shooters who require corrective lenses.

Extra interchangeable lenses are also available, turning every pair of WX Valor sunglasses into an adaptable eyewear system for shooters. These lenses are designed to be easily removed and replaced in the field, for the ability to quickly adjust to any light conditions and shooting situation. Whichever lens you choose, Wiley X’s superior optics provide shooters with clear, distortion-free vision in any conditions. These same characteristics of advanced protection, versatility, optical quality and style also make the new WX Valor an ideal eyewear choice for law enforcement and tactical use.

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Prevent Blindness Wisconsin Joins in National Glaucoma Awareness Month in Effort to Save Sight from Second Leading Cause of Blindness

January 30th, 2012

Today, more than 2.2 million Americans, including 41,344 Wisconsinites, age 40 and older have open angle glaucoma, the most common form of glaucoma. At least half don’t even know they have it. Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness in the world, second only to cataracts, and the leading cause of blindness in African-Americans.According to research funded by Prevent Blindness America, glaucoma costs the U.S. economy $2.86 billion every year in direct medical costs for outpatient, inpatient and prescription drug services.

As part of January’s National Glaucoma Awareness Month, Prevent Blindness Wisconsin is joining with other leading eye health organizations in encouraging everyone to educate themselves on the disease as well as make a New Year’s resolution to make eye health a priority.

Glaucoma has long been termed the “sneak thief of sight” because it slowly takes away vision, often without the patient even realizing it. Glaucoma damages the optic nerve which sends information from the eyes to the brain. When the optic nerve is damaged, peripheral vision begins to diminish. If left untreated, over time, glaucoma may also damage central vision. Unfortunately, once symptoms are detected, the effectiveness of treatment diminishes. Once vision is lost, it cannot be restored.

Risk factors for glaucoma include advancing age, family history, nearsightedness, eye injury or surgery and the use of steroid medications. Race is another major risk factor as, according to the National Eye Institute, glaucoma is five times more likely to occur in blacks than in whites and blacks are four times more likely to go blind from it. Hispanics are more likely to develop glaucoma after age 60 than any other group.

Prevent Blindness Wisconsin and Prevent Blindness America provide free resources to educate consumers on glaucoma, including treatment options and general information at “The Glaucoma Learning Center,” a free website at www.preventblindness.org/glaucoma. Free printed materials are available by request including the “Guide for People with Glaucoma.” This comprehensive booklet serves as a handbook for patients and includes information on what to expect during treatment and even a list of questions to ask the eye doctor.

The Glaucoma Learning Center also hosts the “Glaucoma Web Discussion Forum” that allows patients and caregivers the opportunity to discuss online all subjects related to the disease. Topics range from general information on the condition and its treatment, to shared experiences and emotional support.

“We want to stress to everyone that vision can be saved from glaucoma through early diagnosis and treatment,” said Barbara W. Armstrong, Executive Director of Prevent Blindness Wisconsin. “Please visit our website or call our toll-free number to get all the free information you can to educate yourself on risk factors, treatment options and even Medicare coverage. Let’s all commit to make 2012 the year to make our eyes a priority and save our sight!”

For more information on glaucoma or other eye diseases, please call Prevent Blindness Wisconsin at 414.765.0505 or visit Prevent Blindness Wisconsin’s website.

About Prevent Blindness Wisconsin
For over 50 years, Prevent Blindness Wisconsin has pursued its mission to prevent blindness and preserve sight. An affiliate of Prevent Blindness America, Prevent Blindness Wisconsin provides free vision screenings to preschool children, school age children, and adults. It also provides public and professional education in vision health, safety, and vision loss prevention.

Prevent Blindness Wisconsin is the only non profit organization in the state providing these services. Since 1958 Prevent Blindness Wisconsin has screened more than 5 million children and over 230,000 adults. Prevent Blindness Wisconsin receives no government money, and relies entirely on the public and business community for support of its sight saving services. For more information or to make a sight saving contribution, call (414) 765-0505.

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The Snake and Mongoose Eyewear Collection

January 27th, 2012

Don “the Snake” Prudhomme vs. Tom “the Mongoose” McEwen made racing headlines throughout the 1970s for their gritty racing feud and nitro-burning ambition, a dragstrip drama which played out at the infamous Lions Drag Strip in the industrial backwaters of Long Beach, CA.

There in the pits of gravel and asphalt, these top fuel dragsters redefined the sport of racing through their friendship born of smoke and noise, and tested by fire and speed.

Each pair of sunglasses was custom designed as a tribute to this epic era of American motosports history. Inspired by the custom cars, the speedways, the chrome, the chassis, the crowd and the drivers themselves, this collection energeticaly captures the bold colors and innovative competitive spirit that fueled the dragster lifestyle.

Snake In The Grass | Inspired by Don “The Snake” Prudhomme

Mongoose | Inspired by Tom “Mongoose” McEwen

Army | Inspired by the 1975 Army Monza

Navy | Inspired by the 1975 Navy Demon Duster

www.snakeandmongooseeyewear.com

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The Eye Clinic of Texas Offers Free Glaucoma Screening

January 26th, 2012


“We are particularly sensitive to the need to build awareness for timely glaucoma screening and evaluation in our community as glaucoma is a leading cause of preventable blindness with a predilection for our African-American and Hispanic populations,” stated Bernard Milstein, M.D., Ophthalmologist and Founder of The Eye Clinic of Texas.

More than 3 million Americans, and nearly 70 million people worldwide, have glaucoma. It is estimated that half of them don’t even know they have it as a result of limited access to eye care.

“In combination with the rapid growth of the aging population in Houston and throughout Texas, the threat of preventable blindness looms large if we don’t raise awareness about the importance of regular eye examinations to preserve vision,” commented Texas Ophthalmologist Allan Fradkin, M.D., Co-Founder of The Eye Clinic of Texas. “This is an important time to spread the word about this sight-stealing disease. Our understanding of this disease along with the ways in which we can diagnose and treat it have improved considerably,” commented Dr. Fradkin. The most common type of glaucoma–primary open angle glaucoma–is hereditary. The Nottingham Glaucoma Study published in the British Journal of Ophthalmology evaluated the risk that siblings of Glaucoma patients would themselves develop glaucoma within their lifetime and found that siblings of glaucoma patients were 5 times more likely to develop glaucoma by age 70. “This is why we strongly recommend that siblings of glaucoma patients and even glaucoma suspects be monitored for glaucoma, each and every year, said Dr. Fradkin.

As a service to patients and their families, The Eye Clinic of Texas is offering a Free Glaucoma Screening at their Galveston office located at 2302 Avenue P, Galveston, TX 7750 between January 23, 2012 and February 29, 2012 from 8:15 AM-5:00 PM, Monday thru Friday.

Anyone interested in a Free Glaucoma Screening can simply phone 1-800-423-3937 to reserve a spot for the screening.

 

About The Eye Clinic of Texas
The Eye Clinic of Texas is a leading eye care practice serving the greater Houston, Galveston, League City and Texas City area that provides all aspects of general, medical, surgical, laser and optical eye care services. Our Board Certified Ophthalmologists perform Laser Eye Surgery such as LASIK, Cataract Surgery & Lens Implants using advanced technology IOLs to correct complex problems such as astigmatism and near vision focusing problems including presbyopia, diagnosis and management of glaucoma, diagnosis and management of diabetic retinopathy, diagnosis and management of Age Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) and Pediatric Ophthalmology. Texas EyeWear at The Eye Clinic of Texas provides personalized consultation and fitting of eyeglasses and eyeglass lenses for greater Houston, Galveston, League City and Texas City area patients.

To learn more about The Eye Clinic of Texas you may visit http://www.ecot.com or http://www.facebook.com/ecot.lasik.


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ClearVision Optical Announces the Global Fit Collection, Debuting Styles From BCBGMAXAZRIA

January 26th, 2012

Eyewear industry leader ClearVision Optical announces the Global Fit™ collection, a line of adjustable fit frames debuting with styles from the popular BCBGMAXAZRIA brand. Global Fit was created to provide highly adjustable eyewear that addresses special fitting needs of a wide range of global ethnicities.

Designed for individuals with a narrow or lower nose bridge and flatter facial structure, the Global Fit collection offers highly adjustable, fashion-forward eyewear for those who desire today’s styles in a more “customized” fit. Constructed with a flatter base curve and longer, bowed temples that follow the natural shape of the head, Global Fit eyewear provides a more comfortable, secure fit that won’t slip. “All designs have gooseneck nose pad arms that adjust two ways for maximum adjustability. The collection offers chic, fashionable designs in modern, angular eye shapes that are flattering to all facial structures.

“Global Fit fulfills a need in the marketplace for adjustable fit eyewear,” says Jennifer Coppel, ClearVision’s Manager of Product Design & Development. “Global Fit will initially launch with four styles in BCBGMAXAZRIA and later expand to other top brands. These styles provide the same glamorous looks seen in the full BCBGMAXAZRIA collection but are tailored in design to accommodate unique physical attributes. In addition, Global Fit’s deeper, more saturated color palette of striking blacks, rich purples, deep blues and luscious browns, is complementary to many skin tones.”

Delivering great designs and unparalleled precision in fit, Global Fit gives consumers another fashion-forward and wearable option. As ClearVision’s newest specialty collection, Global Fit rounds out its sized-to-perfection niche fits that also include Passion for Petites; XLFIT™, and Style ‘N Fit.

To promote the Global Fit optical collection, ClearVision will be developing new in-store POP merchandising and imagery.

For more information on ClearVision Optical and its brands, please visit www.cvoptical.com or join our Facebook community at www.facebook.com/clearvisionoptical

About ClearVision
Founded in 1949, ClearVision Optical is an award-winning leader in the optical industry, designing and distributing eyewear and sunwear for top brands, such as BCBGMAXAZRIA, Cole Haan, Ellen Tracy, IZOD, Marc Ecko Cut & Sew, Ocean Pacific, Jessica McClintock and Fisher-Price®. ClearVision’s house brands include ClearVision Collection, Junction City and Digit. A privately held company, ClearVision is headquartered in Hauppauge, New York and has more than 250 associates throughout the U.S. ClearVision’s collections are distributed throughout North America and 20 countries around the globe.

www.cvoptical.com

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New Styles Added To Several Zyloware Eyewear Collections For 2012

January 25th, 2012

Zyloware Eyewear announces the February 2012 release of new styles from the Sophia Loren, Stetson, Stetson Off Road, Daisy Fuentes and Peace.Love.Daisy collections.

Sophia Loren M230
Sophia Loren M230 is a full rim metal frame in a petite, modified rectangular shape. The metal endpiece and temple feature a delicate and feminine pressed floral design and crystals. Zyl temple tips, snap-in nosepads and spring hinges all allow extra comfort for the wearer.

Sophia Loren Beau Rivage 55
Sophia Loren Beau Rivage 55 features a semi-rimless metal front. The metal endpiece boasts sparkling crystals giving this frame an air of elegance and sophistication. Handcrafted zyl temples round out this classic frame while snap-in nosepads and spring hinges provide added comfort to the wearer.

Stetson 286
Stetson 286 is a full rim metal frame with a double bar bridge, embodying the masculine, all-American spirit of the Stetson brand. The metal temple is thin and sleek. The modified-rectangular shape of the ST 286 works well on a variety of face shapes and ages. Zyl temple tips, snap-in silicone nosepads and spring hinges allow for added comfort.

Stetson XL 15
Stetson XL 15 is a full rim metal frame featuring an extended fit, designed to suit a wide variety of men. The metal endpiece and temple feature a repeating beaded design for added interest. Zyl temple tips, spring hinges and unifit nosepads give extra comfort to the wearer.

Stetson Off Road 5023
Stetson Off Road 5023 is a full rim metal frame in a modified oval shape that works well on a variety of face shapes and ages. The metal temple is thin and sleek, providing clean lines to this frame. Handcrafted zyl temple tips, snap-in nosepads and integrated spring hinges complete the look. The Off Road 5023 accommodates progressive lenses.

Stetson Off Road 5024
Stetson Off Road 5024 features a semi-rimless metal front in a sleek, modified rectangular shape. The metal temple is adorned with a pressed diamond design. Zyl temple tips, integrated spring hinges and snap-in nosepads allow for extra comfort and easy adjustment.

Daisy Fuentes Savanna
Daisy Fuentes Savanna is a combination frame featuring a sheet metal top and rim wire bottom in a petite oval shape that is feminine and perfect for a wide variety of face shapes. The handcrafted zyl temple features a laser-cut chevron pattern that is both modern and chic. The temple also boasts glittering crystals giving this frame a bit of added bling. Spring hinges and snap-in nosepads offer comfort to the wearer.

Daisy Fuentes Nadia
Daisy Fuentes Nadia features a full rim zyl front. The zyl endpiece has a designed metal plaque in an on-trend zebra pattern. The zebra design continues on the metal temple, which features cut outs and glittering crystals for subtle fashion flair.

Peace.Love.Daisy 412
Peace.Love.Daisy 412 features a full rim sheet metal front in a petite and feminine shape. The handcrafted zyl temples sport a charming heart design and heart-shaped metal plaque. Spring hinges and snap-in nosepads allow for additional comfort.

Peace.Love.Daisy 414
Peace.Love.Daisy 414 is a semi-rimless metal frame in a petite oval shape. The metal endpiece and temple feature a peace symbol décor and crystals while the bold color combinations give this frame added style. Handcrafted zyl temple tips, spring hinges and snap-in nosepads all provide extra comfort to the wearer.

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Marc Ecko Cut & Sew Expands Its Cult Classic Eyewear Collection To 18 Optical Styles

January 24th, 2012

Eyewear industry leader, ClearVision Optical expands its Marc Ecko Cut & Sew eyewear brand with 5 new, trend-setting designs.

The new optical looks enhance the collection targeted to the 20-40 “ME guy” who is young in spirit, masculine, and pays meticulous attention to detail. Bold in shape and modern in design, the 2012 Cut & Sew Eyewear releases are stylish with an edge incorporating industrial and architectural references that continue to give the collection a sexy, stealth and authentic feel.

Model: Blind Stitch

Model: Monitor

Maturing its design direction, ClearVision introduces intricate new textures, expressive patterns and interesting materials to intensify each highly-wearable style. The stylized components include: “geek chic” embellishments with a slick, modern edge; knurled metals for distinction; and innovative patterns, including Windsor rim wraps for a contemporary look with a vintage vibe. In addition, the 2012 collection introduces its “new black” – a carbon fiber pattern that’s high end and on trend with many high-end fashion houses.

Marc Ecko Cut & Sew continues to be one of the most stylish men’s eyewear collections available. A true expression of artistic creativity for men who know that authenticity counts, the new collection features:

  • A range of front shapes from modern squares to retro-inspired Wayfarers
  • A color palette inspired by military and industrial influences: Olive Horn, Black Crystal & Grey Smoke Transparent
  • Technical and architectural patterns and embellishments, including Windsor rims and knurled metal temples

In addition, the Marc Ecko Cut & Sew Optical consumer website is coming soon!
marceckoeyewear.com can be visited directly as well as accessed through Marc Ecko’s vastly popular Facebook page (over 40,000 fans). The site will feature ClearVision’s innovative Virtual Try On technology, as well as a Google Map store locator.

Model: Hacker

Model: Navigator

Model: Artist

To learn more about the Marc Ecko Cut & Sew Collection, please contact a ClearVision Sales Consultant or call 1.800.645.3733. For more information on ClearVision Optical and its portfolio of brands, please visit www.cvoptical.com or Facebook at www.facebook.com/clearvisionoptical

About Marc Ecko Enterprises
Marc Ecko Enterprises is a full-scale global fashion and lifestyle company with reported sales of over $1.5 billion in 2009 and approximately 1,000 employees worldwide. Over the past 17 years, the group of companies that comprise Marc Ecko Enterprises (MEE) has grown to include: Ecko Unltd.,the largest young men’s brand in better department stores today; Eckored, a young women’s brand both identified by the ‘World Famous Rhino’ logo; Marc Ecko Cut & Sew, a contemporary menswear line; Zoo York, the first and largest east coast action sport brand; Marc Ecko Entertainment, an interactive entertainment and videogame unit; and Complex Media LLC, a publishing and new media division. Iconix Brand Group, Inc. owns, licenses and markets a growing portfolio of consumer brands and owns an interest in the ECKO, MARC ECKO and ZOO YORK brands.

About ClearVision
Founded in 1949, ClearVision Optical is an award-winning leader in the optical industry, designing and distributing eyewear and sunwear for top brands, such as BCBGMAXAZRIA, Cole Haan, Ellen Tracy, IZOD, Marc Ecko Cut & Sew Eyewear, Ocean Pacific, Jessica McClintock and Fisher-Price®. ClearVision’s house brands include ClearVision Collection, Junction City and Digit. A privately held company, ClearVision is headquartered in Hauppauge, New York and has more than 250 associates throughout the U.S. ClearVision’s collections are distributed throughout North America and 20 countries around the globe.

www.cvoptical.com

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Wiley X Announces That Its XL-1 Advanced Spectacle Is Now Being Manufactured In America

January 24th, 2012

Leading protective eyewear manufacturer Wiley X, ® Inc. has announced that its proven XL-1 Advanced spectacle is now being manufactured in America, at the veteran-owned company’s Livermore, California headquarters. This latest addition to Wiley X’s expanding line of “Made-in-the USA” tactical eyewear products is engineered to provide military and law enforcement users with ballistic quality eye protection and superior performance in harsh conditions such as bright sun, howling winds and blowing sand.

“Our military deserves the highest level of protection and the benefits of sharp, clear vision under a wide range of conditions,” said Myles Freeman, Jr., Co-Owner of Wiley X, Inc. “We’re committed to providing our brave soldiers with advanced ballistic eyewear that performs well under a wide range of conditions. Our XL-1 Advanced joins a growing family of key tactical eyewear products being built in America — an important initiative we plan to expand on as we meet this commitment to our fighting men and women in the future,” added Freeman.

The XL-1 Advanced is part of Wiley X’s successful Changeable Series glasses, designed for easy switching of lenses in the field to adapt to changing environments, tactical situations and light conditions. One key to the Wiley X XL-1’s battlefield performance and superior eye comfort for wearers is Wiley X’s removable Ultra Foam™ gasket, designed to block reflected light, seal out wind and protect against airborne debris. The XL-1’s No Tears™ System does more than keep the wearer’s eyes comfortable, it also enhances the performance of a soldier’s most important battlefield asset — his/her vision.

These spectacles are lightweight for all-day wearing comfort and feature double injected temple tips for added stability during heavy action. The Wiley X XL-1 Advanced provides superior ballistic protection, exceeding ANSI Z87.1-2003 safety standards, and meeting the stringent new GL-PD 10-12 MCEP standard (which supersedes the MIL-PRF-31013 Ballistic Standard.)

The XL-1 Advanced is available as a single lens package with Wiley X’s LA™ Light Adjusting Lens technology, as a two-lens package with interchangeable Smoke Grey/Clear lenses, or a three lens package which includes Smoke Grey, Clear and Light Rust lenses. Wiley X’s XL-1 Advanced two lens system carries its own NSN (National Stock Number): 4240-01-504-1037. This unique spectacle is also RX-ready, making the XL-1 ideal for soldiers who require corrective lenses to perform at their best.

To learn more about the new made-in-America XL-1 advanced — or Wiley X’s full line of ballistic vision protection systems for military and law enforcement applications — visit Wiley X, Inc. at 7800 Patterson Pass Road, Livermore, CA 94550 • Telephone: (800) 776-7842 • Or visit online at www.wileyx.com.

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The Daisy Fuentes 2012 Optical Sunglass Collection: Versatility, Style and High-Quality Craftsmanship

January 23rd, 2012

The Daisy Fuentes Optical Sunglass Collection is comprised of 9 styles in the same tradition of the Daisy Fuentes brand. Daisy Fuentes Sun is designed for the woman who wants her sunwear to be fashionable and fun – and it is appealing to Latina wearers and those who love Latina-influenced style. Featuring bold colors, patterns and embellishments, Daisy Fuentes Sun has it all – versatility, style and high-quality craftsmanship – and all at a great value. All styles in the collection are of optical quality, fully RX-able and accommodate progressive lenses. Daisy Fuentes Sun features 100% UV protection.

Angelica
Daisy Fuentes Angelica is a full rim zyl frame featuring an intricate, epoxy-filled floral metal décor on the temple. The temple design gives this frame a bit of style and a fun pop of color. The rounded, oversized frame is on-trend and a perfect look for the style-conscious consumer at an attainable price point.

Carolina
Daisy Fuentes Carolina is a full rim zyl frame with a two-toned coloration. The temple features a designed metal plaque with a feminine floral motif and a colored epoxy fill. The petite oval frame shape works on a wide variety of face shapes.

Christiana
Daisy Fuentes Christiana is a full rim zyl frame in a two-toned coloration. The softened rectangular shape is fashionable and on-trend. The temples sport a metal plaque in a quilted pattern, featuring glittering crystals, giving this frame a bit of extra bling. This petite front frame is stylish and flattering on the face.

Coral
Daisy Fuentes Coral is a full rim frame with a zyl front. The metal temple has a scalloped design with repeating circular cut outs featuring a colorful paper transfer design. The look is chic and effortless. Zyl temple tips provide added comfort to the wearer.

Grace
Daisy Fuentes Grace features a full rim metal front in a modified aviator shape with a sweeping double bar bridge. The zyl temple sports a metal plaque, designed with a colorful epoxy fill and sparkling crystals, giving this frame a subtle dash of color. Snap-in nosepads provide additional comfort to the wearer.

Lena
Daisy Fuentes Lena is a full rim metal frame in a modified aviator shape. The split temple is a striking design element and features a metal décor plaque filled with a multicolored cluster of epoxy and glittering crystals, adding a bit of bling to this chic frame. Zyl temple tips allow for extra comfort.

Marilisa
Daisy Fuentes Marilisa is a full rim zyl frame in a modified oval shape – perfect for a wide variety of faces. The temple has a designed metal plaque near the endpiece filled with colorful epoxy and crystals, which makes a bold fashion statement.

Rosita
Daisy Fuentes Rosita is a full rim zyl frame in a petite oval shape. This feminine style is perfect for the style-conscious consumer. The endpiece and temple feature a metal zebra décor plaque that is both modern and chic.

Tamara
Daisy Fuentes Tamara is a full rim zyl frame in a modern, oversized shape. The all-over zebra design on the temple gives this frame a bit of added fashion flair. The temple also sports a floral epoxy-filled metal plaque adding extra dimension. The DF Tamara has CR 39 lenses.

About Daisy Fuentes
Named as one of People Magazine’s 50 Most Beautiful, Daisy Fuentes has helped define the perception of Latina beauty. Long before there were any prominent young Latin women on American television, there was Daisy Fuentes. Fuentes is the rare combination of All American and Latina.

Daisy Fuentes became a household name years ago, and is a role model for women. She used her name as a springboard to launch a fashion line in 2004 and has now become an American lifestyle brand, which includes sportswear, intimates, accessories, handbags, swim wear, shoes, and multiple fragrances with over four hundred million dollars in sales.

Starting out as a model and then moving into TV, Daisy has proven her staying power and longevity in the entertainment industry for more than 22 years. Able to work effortlessly in Spanish and English, Daisy became the first VJ to be signed to both MTV U.S. and MTV Latino, launching her as a TV star internationally. Soon after, cosmetics giant Revlon signed Daisy to a multi-year, worldwide contract as a spokesperson, another first for a Latina personality.

Daisy has stared in national TV ads for Pantene, American Express, M&Ms and others. She has appeared on countless magazine covers, globally endorsed the best-selling Pilates DVD series, and has hosted numerous TV shows and specials. Daisy takes an active role in raising funds and awareness.

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Wiley X Announces Addition of Spear Goggle To The U.S. Army Approved Product Eyewear List

January 20th, 2012

Leading protective eyewear manufacturer Wiley X, Inc. has announced that its Spear Goggle is the latest addition to its family of systems on the U.S. Army Approved Product Eyewear List (APEL). This American-made, advanced vision protection system is currently available through GSA as well as the NSN supply system.

This low profile, multi-function goggle is engineered to provide soldiers with maximum eye protection, while delivering superior field of vision and excellent visual acuity under a wide range of operational conditions. A key to the Spear Goggle’s battlefield performance is its 90-degree wrap-design, eliminating tunnel vision and allowing for excellent peripheral awareness. Eliminating the need for bulky field goggles, the Spear is designed for comfort and versatility. Wiley X’s tactical strap features a Tri-Glide™ adjustment system, together with quick-release key connections for fast removal. Swivel hinges allow for wear with or without a helmet. Wiley X’s exclusive removable/replaceable soft Facial Cavity Seal eliminates reflected glare and seals out dust, debris and blowing sand.

The Spear Goggle’s frame is also NVG compatible and features Wiley X’s Top Down™ Ventilation system to ensure fog-free performance in the most challenging conditions. Both the frame — available in black, tan or green — and the strap material are designed to be heat resistant.

The Spear Goggle’s wrap-around frame is matched with two changeable 7-base 2.5mm Selenite™ polycarbonate lenses (Smoke and Clear). These Wrapback™ lenses provide distortion free clarity over a large field of vision, together with 100% UVA/UVB protection. Wiley X’s advanced T-Shell™ and Foil™ lens coatings provide additional anti-scratch and anti-fog protection.

The Spear Goggle provides the highest level of protection for a soldier’s most critical asset – his/her vision. This system has earned ANSI Z87.1-2003 High Velocity and High Mass Impact Test certification, and meets the stringent GL-PD 10-12 MCEP standard (superseding the MIL-DTL-43511D Ballistic Standard).

The Spear Goggle is also compatible with the Wiley X RX Plug-In Model #CHX RX, ideal for soldiers who require corrective lenses. This unique plug-in system fits prescriptions with a range of +11/-11, and can be filled at any optometrist. The CHX RX insert is also compatible with Wiley X’s proven Talon and PT-1 vision protection systems.

Wiley X’s advanced Spear Goggle carries its own NSN for each of the three available variations: #4240-01-600-1785 for Spear Goggle Kit/Black Frame, #4240-01-600-1791 for Spear Goggle Kit/Foliage Green Frame, and #4240-01-600-1793 for Spear Goggle Kit/Tan Frame.

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