Jun 24, 2020
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Who knew that protective face masks would become the hottest new face accessory in New Orleans, LA and beyond? Whereas the team at Art & Eyes is usually all about the eyewear, we, like the rest of the country, have been using face masks any time we go out in public. Many people are taking the COVID-19 pandemic and our protective face mask requirement to new, fashionable heights—and there’s nothing more eye-catching or fear-inspiring than the plague doctor masks from the bubonic plague era. These are also called Hieronymus Bosch masks. The rise of the plague doctor For centuries, the... View Article
Jun 1, 2020
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Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, many people have found themselves losing a sense of normalcy and routine. People have had to adapt to their favorite businesses and other establishments closing or having limited hours, with many scheduled appointments and events being postponed or canceled altogether. Optometrists are no exception to this new way of living, and unfortunately, many eye exams scheduled as far back as the middle of March have been postponed. Unfortunately, this may have put your dream of getting unique eyewear in New Orleans, LA on hold until you can get in to see your eye doctor. Many... View Article
May 18, 2020
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In these unprecedented times, you may find yourself taking a little less time to get ready than usual, perhaps throwing on the same pair of sweats or wearing the same old t-shirt for days on end. With many people working from home, limiting their time outside and special occasions being postponed, it may not seem worth it to put in the effort to get all dressed up. But especially if you’re feeling a little down, taking that extra time might just help boost your spirits, even if it just means putting in extra effort for a virtual chat with friends.... View Article
Apr 29, 2020
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Thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, businesses around the world are shut down in order to prevent the spread of the virus—and Art & Eyes is no exception. As much as we hate to close the store to protect our customers, we do it because we don’t want you to get sick. Not to worry, however—our glasses store in New Orleans, LA is hard at work during the temporary closure, and we have plenty of exciting things in store for when we reopen. Our customers have been asking why they can’t pop in to try on frames during the closure, or... View Article
Apr 15, 2020
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2020 has already been a wild ride for most of the world, which is reflected in this year’s most popular eyewear styles and shapes. When your style needs an update, a new pair of eyeglasses can completely transform your face and your look. This year is all about bold style and oversized frames—but if you’re more traditional in your style, there are plenty of trendy NOLA eyeglass frame options for you, too. Read on to find out what’s been popular so far in 2020, and the trends we expect to continue throughout the year. 2020 color trends This year, clear... View Article
