The IOLLA Blog
![january recap](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2024-02/Front%20Cover%20%281%29.jpg?itok=MqpgzPH_)
We thought we'd share some of our favourite memories from the month with our community.
![get outdoors](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2024-01/get%20outdoors.jpg?itok=UXK-gh7P)
We're committed to making our customers look and feel their best and this comes from inside out.
![Christmas Gift Guide](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-12/gift%20guide.jpg?itok=YGnTcvFN)
This festive season, dive into the world of stylish eyewear with our carefully curated gift guide.
![Julian](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-11/FDFB1956-C2BD-4F9F-A8BF-F5B2FC57C6E9.jpg?itok=e1I_tmgH)
How does the fixed necessity of eyewear find its place in this dynamic scene?
![Autumn glasses trends](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-10/Autumn.png?itok=4R-dWRXd)
Trends we're looking forward to seeing more of throughout Autumn/Winter.
![shop with iolla](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-10/IMG_0722%20%281%29.jpg?itok=AZs52BZT)
Shopping with IOLLA: A complete guide to building your eyewear wardrobe.
![why you should buy prescription sunglasses](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-08/why%20you%20should%20buy%20prescription%20sunglasses.png?itok=GQkxzR8G)
The sun is back which means cracking out the BBQ and adding a pair of sunnies to every outfit
![Getting to know Manchester](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-07/Getting%20to%20know%20Manchester.jpg?itok=c3oCbwci)
We've been loving getting to know Manchester and we thought we'd share all we've learned so far.
![This Barbie is obsessed with her IOLLA Glasses](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-07/Barbie%20IOLLA%20Glasses%20blog%20lister.jpg?itok=hDzlwb7X)
We've picked out our favourite frames that would be the perfect addition to Barbie's wardrobe.
![What our customers say](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-06/What%20our%20customers%20say%20cropped.jpg?itok=1VsDQ0nd)
Gemma Davers was one of the first customers to enter the Finnieston showroom in 2015.
![Nat Showroom Manager](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-06/image%20%282%29_0.jpeg?itok=mgzJahpz)
Showroom Manager Nat is here to provide all the 'dupes' for some of the biggest celebrities' glasses
![Which glasses to choose for your face shape](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-06/image%20%281%29_1.jpeg?itok=0HbaICzH)
We're here to provide some handy tips on how to get glasses that suit your face shape.
![Finnieston Music](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-05/IMG_0727_0.jpg?itok=lFirACZm)
Our collaborative playlist sets the tone for what the atmosphere on the shop floor is like.
![iolla spring spectacle event](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-05/event_image.jpg?itok=Sb453BSu)
We invited our customers to recycle their glasses, have cocktails and hear live music!
![edinburgh castle](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-04/IMG_9810%20%281%29.jpeg?itok=c2JleK4b)
We're getting to know our neighbours in Edinburgh who work sustainably in the community.
![IOLLA Edinburgh real living wage employer sign](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-04/IMG_6872-min_0.jpg?itok=93W1yTzP)
Claire, our HR Manager, shares what it means to us to be a real Living Wage employer.
![IOLLA stylist & printmaker holds mirrorball](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-03/Z6A_3994.jpeg?itok=0R4fgb0u)
23 March 2023
Meet Martha who, alongside styling the people of Edinburgh, is a printmaker and designer.
![Bethany influencer and her mother in IOLLA showroom](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-03/image00009%20%281%29_0.jpeg?itok=7FzrwGtr)
16 March 2023
Introducing Bethany, a Manchester-based influencer and IOLLA enthusiast.
![How to take your PD measurement](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-01/PD-blog-lister.jpg?itok=enzPfXhX)
7 November 2022
Measuring PD is an important step in ordering glasses. We're here to help guide you through the process.
![showroom stylist iolla](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_medium/public/2023-03/Screenshot%202022-11-24%20at%2011.57.37.png?itok=G1AVHYrB)
10 October 2022
Our team members have developed a tradition of taking part in company wide clothes swaps.
![Male and female model close up](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-02/CROP%205.jpeg?itok=PiNGXHtO)
7 February 2023
Glasses wearer or not, it's important to look after your eyes. Read our guide on how to take care of them.
![The IOLLA Blog - 2023 roundup](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-12/earsass_0.jpg?itok=zIOkXoRC)
With 2024 just around the corner, we thought we'd reflect on this spectacular year.
![Nafmas](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-12/IMG_3405.jpg?itok=M0go-COX)
We thought we'd reflect on the heartwarming moments that filled our month.
![Blue light](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-11/1%20Copy%20of%20blue%20light%20filter_graphic%20%281%29.png?itok=eY_wGjfc)
Blue light filter works by blocking blue light from the sun and digital screens.
Upgrade the prescription on your favourite pair of IOLLAs with our refresh service.
Each month we select a winner at random and the winner receives a brand-new pair of IOLLA's
![Jane Stylist WGS](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-10/Jane%20Stylist%20WGS%20-%20for%20web.jpg?itok=8VwOD_Ls)
We caught up with some of our team to find out which glasses are in their eyewear wardrobe.
![IOLLA x Dior Beauty Make Up Tips](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-07/IOLLA%20x%20Dior%20Beauty%20Make%20Up%20Tips.jpg?itok=UIwz77-j)
Handy tips and tricks on how to apply make-up as a glasses wearer with tips from Dior Beauty.
![Peaky Blinders Tommy Shelby](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-07/Peaky%20Blinders_August_0.jpg?itok=tzjRoUXL)
The release of Oppenheimer got us reflecting on our experience designing Tommy Shelby's frames.
![IOLLAs at the beach1](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-06/My%20project%20%289%29.jpg?itok=_Sjddwj2)
Whether you're heading to the beach, a city break or stay-cation, don't forget to pack your eyewear!
![Orange by IOLLA](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-06/My%20project%20%287%29%20%281%29.jpg?itok=BA6AQjl-)
Orange by IOLLA is a summer capsule collection of daring designs for the style seekers.
![iolla clip ons](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-06/image%20%282%29%20%281%29.jpeg?itok=UZiCOXiS)
It's almost our 8th birthday! The perfect time to look back at IOLLA through the years.
![iolla glasses](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-05/Design_Image2_0.jpg?itok=UDWMvbhp)
The tale of how we got here is one worth telling, so let's see how glasses have evolved over time.
![Bell clear crystal](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-05/Screenshot%202023-05-08%20at%2008.58.31.jpeg?itok=jrlWuVs9)
We explore how the fan favourite - Bell, has evolved through the years at IOLLA.
![finnieston eyewear showroom recycling event](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-04/9A4AFFE4-DCBB-4782-A8E3-BA65CC4110C3_1_105_c.jpeg?itok=4xw84VKc)
We invited our customers to join us in Finnieston to recycle their glasses.
![IOLLA Stylist](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-04/IMG_2101-2-2.jpeg?itok=cAmTC66r)
6 April 2023
Meet IOLLA Erin, showroom Stylist who is passionate about sustainable fashion.
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29 March 2023
Here at IOLLA, we're on a journey to ensure our footprint stays minimal. Find out how.
![biodegradable acetates](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-03/Screenshot%202023-03-07%20at%2014.25.51.jpeg?itok=0uHOfXa8)
7 March 2023
Callum, in-house Product and Showroom Designer, shares insight into one of our newest styles.
![Woman in yoga pose](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-02/IMG_7299.jpeg?itok=IJLUe46K)
13 February 2023
Robyn, IOLLA Assistant Manager at St James Quarter, Edinburgh, shares her journey with Yoga teaching.
![Showroom team 7th birthday](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-01/IMG_6102.jpeg?itok=BLyDLNPJ)
29 December 2022
It’s been an exciting year for us here at IOLLA and we can’t wait to share all our highlights with you.
![IOLLA opens in Manchester](/sites/default/files/styles/coh_small/public/2023-01/Manchester-blog-lister.jpg?itok=vLtQfZnf)