THE ULTIMATE GUIDE ON HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR FRAMES

With proper care, your eyewear pieces will bring you years of use and pleasure. Incorporating a few simple maintenance guidelines into your routine will extend your frames’ longevity and keep them in optimal condition. 

MAIN GUIDELINES FOR EYEWEAR PROTECTION MAINTENANCE

When you remove your glasses, put them straight back in their eyewear case // Don't wipe your glasses with your shirt or other piece of clothing // Don't use solvents (alcohol, acetone) or aggressive detergents to clean // Don't leave sunglasses in direct sunlight

Avoid soaking your glasses when at the pool and make sure you wipe them clean if they get wet. Don't use your sunglasses in salt water as it can cause serious damage to any sunglass lens, especially mirrored ones. Most mirror coatings on lenses are made of metal so this makes the lenses more susceptible to damage when met with salt water. The ions in salt water can accelerate the decomposition time of many metals, finishes and varnishes

DAILY EYEWEAR MAINTENANCE

Additional to the UV-protection coating, lenses are fortified with special oleophobic and hydrophobic coatings to repel oil and water. These coatings keep lenses clean for longer periods of time but require specific care. As most lens damage comes from improper cleaning, we recommend that you clean your lenses daily with the premium microfiber cloth (that usually accompanies all of the frames sold in our boutique) versus cotton or paper products. Microfiber has tiny pockets that collect and remove particles on the lens surface. Cotton and paper products push and drag dirt particles across the lens, causing micro-scratches and reducing the lifespan of your eyewear.

WEEKLY EYEWEAR MAINTENANCE

We recommend that you deep clean your frame once a week using mild soap (preferably neutral PH) and the premium microfiber cloth that comes with the frames. Apply a few drops of mild soap to your fingers, lather them underwater and massage soap foam to your lenses and frame (avoid direct contact with pure soap) to break down dirt build-up and sweat residue. Complete the ritual by rinsing your frame and lenses in warm water and dry with your microfiber cloth.

WHEN IT IS TIME TIME FOR FRAME ADJUSTMENTS

When you feel pressure behind your ear // When the frames screws are loosen // When your frame leaves red marks at nose bridge

It is important that your glasses feel secure and light. If your frames start to feel heavy, or your frame feels loose or insecure, it’s time for an adjustment. Any sensation of pinching or discomfort is an indication you should visit an eyewear specialist for an adjustment.

It’s natural for your frame’s screws to loosen over time, but the they can be tightened and restored to their original shape in most optician outlets or by any eyewear specialist of your choice.

TIP #1

You should handle your sunglasses with care. This means gently putting on and off your sunglasses, and making sure you that you don't stretch or bend their temples. We recommend you remove your frames off your face with both hands. 

TIP #2

The interior of a bag is often filled with keys and other loose objects - the number one cause of damage when it comes to sunglasses. So, yes, you are absolutely allowed to stow your sunglasses in your purse, as long as you’ve put them in a protective case beforehand. If you carry a tiny cross-body to small for a hard case, at least do the bare minimum and wrap your sunnies in a microfiber cleaning cloth before tucking them away. 

TIP #3

To clean lenses, it’s best to use a gentle lens solution. Apply it to the microfiber cloth, not to the lenses themselves. Lenses in rimless frames feature drill holes, while lenses in standard frames have screw holes. If liquids constantly enter these holes, this can have an adverse effect in the long term. Lukewarm water and a drop of PH-neutral liquid soap provide the best cleaning results. Try holding your glasses on the side of the frames you are cleaning. This helps avoid warping or, even worse, breakage of the frames.

TIP #4

It is also recommended to clean the sides of the frames and the nose pads from time to time, for reasons of hygene. This action also improves the fit of your glasses as the removal of greasy substances helps prevent slipping.

TIP #5

Don’t wipe the lens when they're dry - there may be dust or particles - and don't use paper towels or other rough materials. Regardless of how soft they are on your skin, have a textured surface and can easily scratch your lenses.

TIP #6

Take care of your sunglasses at the beach. Make sure to keep your sunglasses inside your beach bag while you're not wearing them, as the sand and sea water can cause major damages. Salty water is the biggest enemy of metal and anti-reflecting coating and the sand can scratch the lenses or get stuck between the frame and it is very hard to clean it out.

In case of contact with agents such as seawater, swimming pool water chemical products such as make-up, hair-spray, sun lotions and insect repellants, we recommend you immediately remove such agents using a soft damp cloth.

TIP #7

Never put them face down onto a surface. Scratches can be very annoying and they can ruin your lenses.

Store your frames in their case at a temperature between -10°C and +35°C. Keep away from direct sunlight and avoid exposure to high temperatures, such as heat in the car without air conditioning (e.g. car dashboard), especially during hot summer days. Never expose your frames to excessive heat, as this can lead to their distortion. 

TIP #9

The sunglasses chain is a must have accessory for summer. Instead of leaving them on a counter-top or cramming them into your handbag you will always know where your sunnies are and rest assured you won't sit on your favorite pair. And when removed they will simply dangle proudly around your neck. If you want to blend practicality with high-octane glamour, check out Our Accessories.

TIP #10

Wearing your designer sunglasses on top of your head might come in handy sometimes, but this can totally damage them and distort their shape or it can stretch out the earpieces of your sunglasses, making them too loose. When you bend over or look down, they’re bound to slip off, eventually resulting in a broken or scratched pair.