The Vision Council

November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month—a crucial time to shed light on the impact of diabetes on vision health. ??? Diabetic eye disease, including conditions like diabetic retinopathy, is a leading cause of vision loss in adults. Early detection through regular eye exams can make all the difference. #DiabeticEyeDiseaseAwarenessMonth #DiabetesAwarenessMonth #diabetes #eyehealth

Join us tomorrow for our Over The Counter Division Meeting! Don't miss important updates on tariffs, division initiatives, and Vision Expo East tomorrow, Wednesday November 20th at 2:00 PM ET. This is your opportunity to: ?? Get the latest updates on tariffs and their impact ?? Learn about key division initiatives and ongoing projects ?? Hear about the future of Vision Expo, including exciting developments for Vision Expo East ?? Discover exclusive opportunities available for OTC members at the highly anticipated Vision Expo East debut in Orlando, Florida Be sure to mark your calendar and register today to stay informed and engaged with the latest developments in the OTC community. https://bit.ly/4hP06a1

FERRAGAMO celebrated the launch of their Fall/Winter 2024 and holiday eyewear collections at an exclusive cocktail party in Beverly Hills. An endless devotion to superior craftsmanship inspires the collections, the range of new sun and optical styles with bold designs, geometric profiles, and enveloping silhouettes. With a modern twist on tradition and a focus on style and functionality, Ferragamo’s latest eyewear collection exhibits the most exquisite expressions of the Florentine Maison’s codes. Marchon Eyewear

Evolution. Innovation. Revolution. A natural sequence writes the new chapter of the Adidas Originals eyewear collection. The voices and visions of a contemporary, fluid street culture with a sporty attitude transform silhouettes with a dynamic aesthetic. Vibrant energy runs through the new optical frames and sunglasses characterized by modern, unmistakable shapes. Bold geometric lines play along soft, rounded silhouettes. Marcolin

True to Liu Jo's distinctive vision of femininity, elegance, and self-confidence, the brand unveils their new frames from the fall/winter 2024 advertising campaign. Captivating shapes, sophisticated details, and unexpected design elements take on the Fall/Winter 2024 Liu Jo eyewear collection, inspired by the brand's new seasonal accessories. Marchon Eyewear

?? New research highlights growth in the optical market across prescription products! Our latest Market inSights Q3 2024 report reveals strong growth in the $18.9 billion optical industry, driven by a back-to-school boost in prescription products. Key insights include: ?? 34 million eye exams and over 18 million frames sold ?? 40 million boxes of contact lenses purchased ?? Lenses leading with a $5.01 billion market value ?? 53 million pairs of readers sold The full Q3 Market inSights report is available to Vision Council members and non-members via download here: https://bit.ly/3l0zqXo #TheVisionCouncil #OpticalIndustry

In honor of #VeteransDay, Oakley pays homage to veterans who continue to serve by partnering with Team Rubicon, a Veteran-led, natural-disaster response non-profit that helps communities before, during, and after disasters, as the official eyewear provider. The brand also introduces "Oakley In Service," a powerful new storytelling platform from Oakley Standard Issue (OSI), bringing to life the experiences of Team Rubicon and their commitment to a greater purpose beyond the uniform. EssilorLuxottica Read more about this collaboration here: https://bit.ly/3CD1agI

We are teaming up with EyeMed Vision Care to advance eye health awareness! The exciting partnership will focus on our shared mission to drive the optical industry forward by raising public awareness and advocacy on the importance of overall eye health. Stay tuned for new tools, resources, and campaigns to support eye care education for all ages. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3O8E4kO

Book your hotel block today for The Vision Council 2025 Executive Summit! ?? ?? Join us at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara this January for the annual event, bringing together industry leaders for several days of high-level networking and leadership development. Reserve your room at a discounted rate today here: https://bit.ly/48BArgx

Happy Veteran’s Day! This year, we're spotlighting veteran-owned eyewear companies like Specs for Vets from Superior Optical Labs, Inc., Wiley X, BluBlocker Sunglasses, Semper Fly, RANDOLPH Sunglasses (RE), Eagle Eyes Optics, and Art-Craft Optical. Check them out here: https://bit.ly/4epOsiT Shop these veteran-owned businesses to show your gratitude to those who have protected our country. ?? ???? ??? ???? #VeteransDay #VeteranOwned #TheVisionCouncilFoundation #eyewear