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Feast your eyes on our exclusive Black Friday deal!

Black Friday deals Ah, the joys of UK Black Friday deals! It’s fast approaching that time of the year where shoppers eagerly queue outside stores, just to snatch a cheeky bargain on that product they’ve been hunting down for a while. Luckily, at Arlo Wolf this Black Friday, there won’t be any waiting around as our Black Friday discount can be grabbed from the comfort of your own home. So, if … Read More about Feast your eyes on our exclusive Black Friday deal!

Work Christmas Party Outfit Ideas from Arlo Wolf

Work Christmas outfit ideas Oh, it’s officially that festive time of year again! The date has been set, the venue has been confirmed… now all you have to do is pull an outfit together for your work’s Christmas party. So many Christmas parties this year will be taking place virtually, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get dressed up like you usually would! We’ve even got some exclusive stay-home … Read More about Work Christmas Party Outfit Ideas from Arlo Wolf

Then and now: The Clubmaster style through time

Then and now: The Clubmaster style through time  The Clubmaster is an iconic member of the retro glasses family. From its origin back in the 1940s, this stylish piece of eyewear has indeed gained immense popularity over the years, with well-known celebrities choosing to sport these fashionable shades. Nowadays, Clubmaster style glasses are known for their bold, recognisable style that is the … Read More about Then and now: The Clubmaster style through time

Prague Style Guide

What to wear in Prague The Golden City of Prague is renowned for its stunning architecture, tasty gastronomy and, of course, the abundance of affordable drinks! But Prague is so much more than that. The Golden City has been at the forefront of European art and fashion over the years and the city is bursting with artistic talent. If you’re heading to the Czech Republic capital, you’ll … Read More about Prague Style Guide

Then and now: The Aviator style through time

What is The Aviator Style? From the traditional styles of World War II to the coloured lenses of 1960s counterculture (Paul McCartney wore them best), Aviator sunglasses have stood the test of time. This classic shape continues to innovate within the circles of high fashion, but they’re also a staple accessory in high street stores. We love them too, so much so that we wanted to recount the … Read More about Then and now: The Aviator style through time

Meet Manchester’s Creatives – Chanel Yates

Manchester Creatives - Chanel Yates Manchester is booming with creative communities, ranging from musicians, architects, photographers and everything in between. The city’s prolificacy inspires us and we are always on the hunt for new visionaries. So, without further ado, we would like to introduce Chanel Yates, an up-and-coming singer based in Manchester. Chanel has been performing around … Read More about Meet Manchester’s Creatives – Chanel Yates

Your eye test explained

Eye tests explained Eye tests have come a long way over the ages. In ancient civilisations, the human vision was once measured by one glancing up at the night sky and identifying constellations. Fast forward to 2019, it is safe to say that things have changed! A modern-day eye examination procedure is now quite a sophisticated and lengthy one, with optometrists having to perform different eye … Read More about Your eye test explained

Our Paris Style Guide

What to wear in Paris When it comes to fashion, Paris has a lot to answer for. The city has left an indelible mark on fashion across the world, from the trailblazing beret right on through to the striped Breton tee.  If there’s one city where you don’t want to be committing a fashion faux pas (a phrase which is, ironically, French) then it’s definitely Paris. Fortunately, our Paris style guide … Read More about Our Paris Style Guide

Top picks from Arlo Wolf for your autumn/winter outfits

Autumn and Winter outfit ideas The leaves are falling, the days are getting shorter and the nights are getting longer. Here at Arlo Wolf, we’re breaking out the cosy knits, scarfs and winter boots - and we know just how important it is to find a pair of glasses that will go perfectly with them. Whether you’re looking for eyeglasses or sunglasses, here are our top picks that will complement … Read More about Top picks from Arlo Wolf for your autumn/winter outfits

Then and now: The Cat Eye style through time

What is the Cat Eye style? It was the icons of the 1950s and 60s that first brought cat eye glasses to our attention. The likes of Audrey Hepburn, Dame Edna Everage and Marilyn Monroe were big fans of the sleek glasses trend. Since then, cat eye glasses have been in and out of fashion year in, year out - but is the trend still on for 2019? Take a look! What are cat eye glasses? The Cat Eye is a … Read More about Then and now: The Cat Eye style through time

What are the UK standards of vision for driving?

UK eyesight driving standards On the road, safety is of utmost importance and we all must do our bit to drive responsibly and think of others we’re sharing the road with. This includes the strength of your eyesight - in fact, research conducted by road safety charity Brake shows that road crashes involving a driver with poor vision causes 2,900 casualties per year (and costs £33 million per … Read More about What are the UK standards of vision for driving?

What can an eye test reveal?

The benefits of an eye test Our eyes rarely hurt when something is wrong with them - just one of the reasons why you should have regular check-ups with your optometrist. Regular appointments help detect potentially harmful conditions. The NHS recommends that you should get your eyes tested a minimum of every two years. Between glaucoma and macular degeneration (we’ll explain later), an eye … Read More about What can an eye test reveal?