Whether or not you actually buy NERD WAX for your customers, you at least have to check out the company’s FAQ page, which is hilarious. As seen on Shark Tank, a little dab will do ya to keep glasses from slipping. Great for cyclists, runners and anyone who sweats. nerdwax.com
PRICE: $10
TOUCH HERE
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You may have seen touchscreen technology in the mall. Now a London optical shop is using this installation from ZYTRONIC to help people get instant social media feedback on frames. (See more at invmag.us/touch.) It doubles as a mirror until the touchscreen activates. Cool, huh? zytronic-inc.com
PRICE: On request
JUST HOLD ON
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Crafty optician Colleen Casatelli-Brondo is the creator of Q BEE’S EYEGLASS CORDS, which come in lots of fun patterns. They’re pretty, soft and stretchy — and they make a nice point-of-purchase add-on or an inexpensive thank-you for your favorite customers. invmag.us/qbee
PRICE: About $10
SPACE SAVERS
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Maximize a small footprint with new MicroTools from WESTERN OPTICAL SUPPLY. With an average length of just 5 inches, they even comply with TSA regulations. Available in five configurations; the double Derlin jaw plier is shown here. westernoptical.com
PRICE: $18-20
PLEASE BE NEAT
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This Snellen chart-inspired toilet seat lid decal from DECAL GURU is just the thing to encourage tidiness in any shared bathroom. It’s also available as a larger wall decal (for $16) and it comes in 28 colors to match your decor. invmag.us/decal
PRICE: $12
This article originally appeared in the January 2016 edition of INVISION.
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Round and round she goes on the Vague ES 016/S, an oversized frame that’s plated in gold and decked out with 32 Swarovski crystals. Zeiss lenses provide an anti-reflective mirroring effect. $1,450.