National Eyewear Day

Glasses have gone from a once "necessary" to an interesting "fashion accessory". National Eyewear Day invites us to celebrate the fact that glasses, besides correcting our vision, can help create a whole new look. Honestly, many of us wear over-the-counter glasses simply because we like the way they make up our appearance.

Good news? Today, we can choose from almost endless styles, shapes, and colors.

Plus, technology has changed the mechanics of eyeglasses forever. New "smart" prescription lenses can now automatically switch focus from far to near and back - thanks to liquid-crystal-activated sensors on the frame. National Eyewear Day reminds us to take a moment on June 6 to reflect on how far we've come from the old fashioned holograms.

History of National Eyewear Day

Spectacles have been around for about seven centuries, but early versions were worn only by monks and scholars. It was only with the invention of the printing press in 1452 and the increase in literacy that the demand for eyeglasses also increased.

Today's eyewear not only improves our vision, it protects it while adding elements of style and personality. Imagine John Lennon without his iconic round frame. Would Maverick be Top Gun without his pilot? No one would recognize Harry Caray without his signature visor frames. Eyewear can define, outline and mark a personality. It can also be a bit of a secret. Who is Clark Kent after all without his frame? Although many people may have tried, no one has worn a darker turtle shell better than Audrey Hepburn.

Obviously, eyeglasses play an important role in our lives. It does not only improve and protect our vision but also offer a wide variety of style options. This is great to celebrate on National Eyewear Day.

Zyloware Eyewear established National Eyewear Day in 2016 to celebrate the benefits of improving vision and the wide range of styles available. The registry at the National Day Calendar publishes the observed date as June 6th every year.

Zyloware Eyewear was established in 1923 by Joseph Shyer who comes from a family in business for 93 years. The company prides itself on quality, service and customer satisfaction.

How to celebrate National Eyewear Day

The best way to celebrate National Eyewear Day is to wear your favorite eyeglasses. Out of its benefits, eyeglasses prove to be versatile in many ways. Express your personality with a new set of frames or change your look by swapping out old lenses. There are many ways to celebrate. Show us your eyewear style using the hashtag #NationalEyewearDay to share on social media.