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Eyeglass Fashion For Teens

We understand that teenagers can have extremely picky taste when it comes to anything, but especially when it involves fashion. Here are five tips to help you look fabulous in your new eyeglasses: Tip 1: Eyeglass frames should complement your face shape, features and coloring If your face is angular or square, round and oval … Read more

We have designer frames!

Find Designer Frames at Performance Eyecare! At Performance Eyecare not only do we guarantee quality eyeglass frames, but we also offer top of the line designers and several hundred options to choose from. Our qualified & specially trained opticians are here to not only help you find the frame that perfectly fits your face shape, … Read more

What You Need To Know About Colored Contacts

Colored Contacts are all the rage these days, giving people the option to change the look of their eyes in an instant. Even if you don’t need contacts to correct your vision, you can purchase them for cosmetic reasons, just like you can purchase glasses with non-prescription lenses. There are 3 types of colored contact … Read more

Makeup Tips for Ladies with Glasses

It’s important to find the perfect designer eyeglass frames to fit your style. That includes your attire’s style and your makeup style. At Performance Eyecare, we understand that it can be a tough choice to pick out the perfect pair of eyeglasses which is why we carry a large selection. Here are a few trendy … Read more

Performance Eyecare carries contacts for ‘hard-to-fit’ eyes

Not everyone is an ideal candidate for contact lenses. If you have one or more of the following conditions, contact lens wear may be more difficult: astigmatism dry eyes presbyopia giant papillary conjunctivitis (GPC) keratoconus post-refractive surgery (such as LASIK) But “difficult” doesn’t mean impossible. Often, people with these conditions can wear contacts quite successfully. … Read more

Choosing the right glasses for your child

Just the thought of buying eyeglasses for your child can make you want to pull your hair out. First, there is the initial selection to consider. Second, you must consider what your child is willing to wear. Third, which eyeglasses will be the most durable? Then there is the pressure from your child, who is … Read more

Causes Of Eye Allergies

Many allergens (substances that can evoke an allergic response) are in the air, where they come in contact with your eyes and nose. Airborne allergens include pollen, mold, dust and pet dander. Other causes of allergies, such as certain foods or bee stings, do not typically affect the eyes the way airborne allergens do. Adverse … Read more

Stylish frames to look younger!

Getting older doesn’t mean you have to settle for the grandma look when it comes to glasses. Take a look at these tips to consider the next time you pair a new set of frames. As noted by Julyne Derrick of Beauty.About.com, there are many frames and styles that will help you achieve a more … Read more

Keep your eyes safe on the golf links

The weather is warming up and many of us will be hitting the links to play a round of golf this spring. Before you take your first swing of the season, make sure you’re wearing the proper golf eyewear. Did you know Performance Eyecare is one of only a few offices in the St. Louis … Read more

Matching Eyeglass Frames To Your Face Shape!

We get it. You want to see, but you want to be fashionable while wearing your new glasses. So what should you look for when trying to pick out the best frame? Eyewear should repeat your personal best feature (such as a blue frame to match blue eyes). The frame shape should contrast with your … Read more

Blurred vision at 40

Are you 40 years old and beginning to experience blurred near vision when reading or working at the computer? You may have developed presbyopia. Presbyopia is widespread in the United States as the people in the country are growing older than in previous years. The growing number of older citizens generates a huge demand for … Read more