Frame Trends for Women in 2023
Our new collection of women’s eyewear brands for 2023 offer unique, stylish, and innovative designs that are sure to turn heads. Whether you're looking for a new pair of eyeglasses or sunglasses, at CG Optical we have something for everyone. With a wide variety of styles to choose from, you're sure to find the perfect pair to suit your personality and lifestyle. Here we showcase the trends for women however, we haven’t forgotten the men! Hop over to our Blog Men’s Frames for 2023 to find out more.Read more
We use Visioffice to create bespoke lenses - How does it work?
At CG Optical we offer one of the most comprehensive eye health consultations in the industry. We know that your eyes are unique, and we believe your lenses should be too which is why we now use Visioffice.Read more
Happy Pancake Day – Here’s a Pancake Recipe to Boost Your Eye Health
OMG at CG Optical we all love pancakes! To celebrate Shrove Tuesday, we thought we'd give you a healthy pancake recipe that your eyes could really benefit from. Read more
Eye Conditions and the Menopause
Glaucoma and High Intraocular Pressure
Hormone levels can affect Intraocular pressure (IOP). Increased IOP is the most important risk factor for glaucoma. Studies have shown that early loss of oestrogen, i.e., women who go into an early menopause, is associated with an increased risk of Primary Open Angle Glaucoma (POAG) in women who are susceptible.Read more
Happy New Year! Here are just some tips for Healthy Eyes in 2023!
As each year passes, we become more susceptible to eye-conditions, including cataracts, age-related cataracts, age-related macular degeneration, and glaucoma. Read more
Christmas is a great time of celebration… and food!
We love to enjoy Christmas parties, treats and all the traditionals that go with the season, but look out for the healthy options – they are out there! Many of the foods we eat don’t only affect our waistlines, but our eyesight as well. So, when choosing what you prepare and eat this year, think about your eyesight too. Read more
Trends for Autumn/Winter 2022
As always, our focus is on eye health and bringing you the best frame collections with this season being no different. From Lamarca and Tom Ford's vibrant colours of hot pink, lilac, lavender, and cobalt, Coco Song's handcrafted eyewear designed to highlight our beauty, to Catherine De Medici’s luxurious plaited platinum, Oliver Peoples and Hublot’s rounded shapes we have a fabulous collection for men and women.
Can pumpkin improve eyesight?
Not just for Halloween, pumpkins are a delicious way to add much-needed nutrients into your diet. Eating pumpkins may benefit your eyesight, help you lose weight, improve heart health, boost your immune system, protect your skin, and even lower the risk of some cancers. Read more
How an eye test at CG Optical saved my sight - Pro Golfer Morgan Jackson tells his story
Morgan Jackson started playing golf at the age of 11, but by 16 he was playing for Warwickshire County Golf and Warwickshire County Cricket. He had to decide on career path and dedicate his efforts to one sport. Morgan chose golf which he found more enjoyable. In truth he found the process of team selection for Cricket too stressful. Morgan was born and raised locally attending, Stratford upon Avon High School, and Henley College to study Sports & Science, he went on to a PGA degree in conduction with Belfry Golf and Birmingham University. Morgan turned pro golfer at the age of 22. Read more
Transition lenses block 100% UVA and UVB light, both contributing factors of eye diseases
Light is essential for our sight and our overall well-being. Part of the light spectrum that enters our eyes can be a contributing factor of eye diseases such as cataracts and AMD. Read more