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Keep your eyes happy and healthy year-round with sun protection eyecare tips! Dr. Harvey Moscot weighs in. How do I protect my eyes from the sun on bright summer days? Protecting Your Eyes from the Sun: Both the outside and the inside of our eyes can be damaged by the UV radiation of the Sun! Protecting the outside tissues of the eyes must include the use of a wide brim hat (a hat alone can offer up to 50% protection) and, of course, closely fitting sunglasses with proper UV protection.   Do darker sun lenses provide greater UV protection? Lenses do not have to be dark to provide UV protection. In fact, some materials such as polycarbonate lenses have UV protection built in, and the color of the lens just helps filter out the amount of light that is allowed to enter into the eye. Other lens materials such as mineral glass lenses (authentically used in many MOSCOT Sunglasses) also provides UV protection, in addition to scratch resistance, and clear, distortion-free vision.   Do MOSCOT Sunglasses provide UV protection? All MOSCOT Sunglasses provide optimal protection against UV radiation (harmful rays from the sun). Remember that UV radiation exists year-round and that the color of the lens has no impact on UV radiation protection by the lens.   What is the difference between Polarization and UV protection? UV Protection helps shield your eyes from dangerous rays from the sun, while polarized lenses offer the best way to help eliminate annoying glare from the sun. Having ultraviolet protection is important for eye health, while polarization is more of a preference. Polarized lenses are fabricated in a unique way that is specifically designed to reduce glare from intense reflected light. As glare is caused from the sun reflecting off of water, or a solid surface, polarized lenses are particularly beneficial while at the beach or lake, or while participating in outdoor activities such as water sports or fishing.   What is Ultra Violet radiation and why do we need UV protection? UV light, or UV radiation, consists of three categories of “invisible” radiation: UV C, UV B, and UV A. UV C is the highest energy and most damaging form, but thankfully most of it is blocked by the atmosphere. UV B is also partially filtered by the ozone layer, but some gets through—causing sunburn—and does the most damage to our skin around our eyes. The good news is that UV B is blocked by our corneas and does not cause as much damage to the inside of our eyes that UV A does. UV A, is the category that is believed to cause the most problems inside our eyes, such as cataracts (the lens inside our eyes gets cloudy and interferes with vision) and macula degeneration (most critical part of our retina that gets effected and degrades our central vision). Proper UV filtering sunglasses will block UV A light and can help prevent these conditions.   What are the dangers of too much UV radiation exposure to our eyes? Have you ever seen what is commonly referred to as “surfer’s eyes”?  With this condition you will notice a change in the color or thickening of the white part of one’s eyes. This condition, known as a Pterygium (and to lesser extent Pingueculae), can actually affect the cornea and if untreated can eventually impact one’s vision. Also, the sensitive tissues on our eyeballs such as the cornea and conjunctiva can sustain sun damage.   Can I add my prescription to my sunglasses? Yes! You can add prescription lenses to any of our sunglasses! Plus, there are many options to achieve sun protection in your ideal style. Add photochromatic to your prescription lenses and watch your lenses change in color from indoors to out (go from clear to dark) without the need to switch frames. No contacts? No problem. Clip your sun lenses right over your favorite pair of eyeglasses. Our MOSCOT Family Members can assist you along the way. Build prescription lenses with add-on services! Give us a ring: 1.866.MOSCOTS or Email us: support@moscot.com. All of our sunglasses reflect our rich heritage, combining expert craftsmanship with the refined tastes of downtown New York. Protect your eyes year-round and check out MOSCOT’s full sunglass offerings.

Bloomberg features 5th Generation, Zack Moscot, on keeping the century old family eyeglasses business fresh, new designs, and expanding the brick-and-mortar presence. See the full feature here.

For a gift that keeps on giving, try The MOMZA SUN - highlighted here in Bloomberg's Graduation Gift Guide. See the full feature here.

Named one of Vogue's 'chicest' Fall glasses, The GELT in Sage is right on the money. See the full feature here.

Introducing MOSCOT Melrose! Read all about MOSCOT's first west coast shop, its unique design features, and the Hollywood ties that made this location a no-brianer in this LA Times spotlight. See the full feature here.

Check out the best Blue Light blocking beauty products, glasses, and accessories - including The DR MILTZEN-T - for W Magazine's Screen Time feature. See the full feature here.

The DOV SUN in Gold is featured among best Summer Sunglasses in this Esquire round-up. See the full feature here.

The New York Times follows MOSCOT's move across Delancey after selling eyeglasses on the same Lower East Side corner for 78 years. See the full feature here.

Seulgi in The SHEITLE Seulgi, South Korean singer and member of K-Pop group, Red Velvet, wears The SHEITLE in the latest issue of Dazed Korea. The SHEITLE is made from acetate with unique beveling on the frame-front, no exposed hardware, color coordinating column rivets on the temples, a saddle bridge, and is available in a kaleidoscope of colorways. Source. Craving more MOSCOT? Read on for highlights, celebrity sightings, insider info, & surprise announcements in MOSCOT Moments.  To see other celebrities wearing MOSCOT Eyewear - visit EYE SPY. MOSCOT is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Seulgi or any affiliated label, agency, or organization.

Ilana Glazer in The MILTZEN. Ilana Glazer wears The MILTZEN eyeglasses in Emerald in the final season of Comedy Central’s series Broad City. Handcrafted using Italian acetate, these round frames are available in 13 colorways — from bold, bright hues like Emerald and Ruby, to classic colors like Black and Tortoise. Featuring two adjoined dot rivets on the front and temples, a key hole bridge, and real three barrel hinges, The MILTZEN — much like the hit comedy show—is a New York City classic. Craving more MOSCOT? Read on for highlights, celebrity sightings, insider info, & surprise announcements in MOSCOT Moments.  To see other celebrities wearing MOSCOT Eyewear - visit EYE SPY. MOSCOT is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Ilana Glazer or any affiliated agency, production company, or organization.

André 3000 in The ZOLMAN. André 3000 is an American actor, rapper, and half of the hip hop duo Outkast. Playing the role of Fredwynn in the anthology series Dispatches from Elsewhere, André 3000 wears the perfectly round ZOLMAN eyeglasses in Classic Havana. The cool and classic frame is made from acetate with no exposed hardware, a saddle bridge, and real three barrel hinges. Craving more MOSCOT? Read on for highlights, celebrity sightings, insider info, & surprise announcements in MOSCOT Moments.  To see other celebrities wearing MOSCOT Eyewear - visit EYE SPY. MOSCOT is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by André 3000 or any affiliated label, collective, or organization.

To Our Community: MOSCOT was born on the lower east side of NYC, where people of diverse backgrounds and color assembled and began their journey in America. We have had the privileged opportunity to service and employ our community for over 100 years by treating our customers and employees with compassion, respect, kindness, and fairness regardless of race, gender, or personal beliefs. MOSCOT condemns racism in all forms and we stand in solidarity with the fight for justice, equality and the voices that need to be heard. Black Lives Matter. We mourn the lives that were unjustly lost due to police brutality. We recognize that there is work to be done and that we still have a lot to learn to better serve our community through action. To start, here are some of the action-oriented steps we are taking as a family-owned & operated business: Continue to foster and increase Black representation across all departments, marketing campaigns, partnerships, and events and proactively use our platform to amplify BIPOC voices. Create a space where BIPOC feel safe, valued, and heard through initiatives such as Diversity & Inclusion training that mitigates bias and discrimination in the workplace. Utilize our MOSCOT Mobileyes non-profit initiatives to provide free eye-care and eyewear to marginalized communities in NYC. We are committed to implementing additional training, encouraging open dialogue, and listening to our team members, customers, clients, ex-employees, and community. We have recently reached out to those who have voiced concern and we welcome the opportunity to further speak with any current and/or ex-employees who feel they haven’t been heard, included or appreciated. Our doors are always open and we encourage further dialogue via hr@moscot.com. Lastly, we recognize that as an organization we always need to examine our practices and our culture. As a first step, MOSCOT has committed to a 200% match of all donations that our employees make to the following organizations: The Equal Justice Initiative The Loveland Foundation The Thurgood Marshall College Fund The Center for African American Health Black Girls Code As a century owned family business with humble beginnings on the lower east side, MOSCOT is proud to have always been part of this diverse community and commits to seeking ways to improve, evolve, and do better in a world that needs real change against discrimination. MOSCOT

Dear Fellow Dads, As the 5th Generation of my family’s business, I’ve always wondered what the next generation, the 6th Generation, of our business will look like. How can I pass on the torch the way my father did? How will we carry on this eyewear tradition as a family business? I’m sure my father, and his father, and his father’s father all had these same thoughts somewhere along their journey. I continue to wonder and think about the possibilities of what the next generation and the future of our business holds… About 6 months ago my wife and I were blessed with twin girls! And here I am, today, celebrating my first Father’s Day as a dad of two baby girls in New York City. While we’ve all been struggling the past few months during this pandemic, I’ve had the lucky fortune of spending precious time with my babies. I am so grateful for this time with them, watching them grow and supporting my wife as we quickly became a family of 4! Sometimes we are all able to find our own silver lining during hard times. This Father’s Day, I am profoundly grateful to be a dad and I am excited that my girls represent the prospect of our family’s 6th generation in business. Perhaps I’m getting ahead of myself, but the idea that one day I may have some serious girl power in the office inspires me! On my first Father’s Day I am going to do my best to appreciate and live in the moment. As summer is approaching, we all have our sights on sunnier days ahead and there is no doubt that lookin’ sharp on Father’s Day is key, especially for all those new dads out there. With that said, I’m sharing some of my go-to sunglasses that I’ll be rockin’ this Father’s Day and in the city throughout the summer. To all my dads out there, don’t underestimate the power of a pair of classy shades! Keep it real and Happy Father’s Day. Zack Moscot 5th Generation

MOSCOT is among good company in Newsweek's feature on Businesses doing their part during the pandemimc. See the full feature here.

Take a dip into these hues and get to know the iconic shades of MOSCOT Blue. From gradient shades to lightweight lenses, see the full spectrum of MOSCOT Blue. While blue tinted glasses have made their way into becoming popular fashion lenses, they also hold a practical function with UV protective lenses. Blue tinted sunglasses can also help to reduce glare in snowy, foggy, or misty conditions by improving contours and color perception. Blue lenses may even boost your mood invoking a calming and relaxing effect. Check out the shades below and see for yourself! All MOSCOT Custom Made Tints™ are available in The LEMTOSH, The MILTZEN, The SHTARKER, and The ZEV, as well as in a number of Clip-On options.  The SHTARKER with Bel Air Blue Tint Bel Air Blue Tint – Our lightest shade is handmade and dip dyed into a pale powder blue. The Bel Air Blue shade is a great indoor eyeglass option for a pop of color all day long! The MOMZA SUN in Cinnamon with Blue Glass Lenses. Shop Here. Mineral Blue Glass Lenses – Our Mineral Blue Glass lenses can be found in several MOSCOT Original SUN frames such as The MOMZA, The MISH, The KAVELL, The LEMTOSH-TT SE, The MILTZEN-TT SE, and The TELENA. Mineral Glass Lenses provide the most optically correct, clearest vision of any material and the Blue colorway doubles down on style. The MILTZEN with Broadway Blue Fade Tint. Broadway Blue Fade Tint – The gradient lens of Broadway Blue Fade packs a punch, melting from vibrant blue to a lighter hue. This tint takes center stage for all day shade. The ZEV with Celebrity Blue Tint.. Celebrity Blue Tint – The bright and bold Celebrity Blue Tint provides a midtone color for the everyday wearer. The medium tone has a warm and optimistic feeling creating a comfortable experience, while simultaneously radiating a sense of fun and lightheartedness. The LEMTOSH with Denim Blue Tint. Denim Blue Tint – Not too dark and not too light, Denim Blue softens into a cool medium tone—just like your favorite pair of jeans. Fading from a darker shade, Denim Blue can be worn as a Sunglass providing protection and style all in one. The ZEV-TT SE SUN with Navy Gradient Lenses. Shop Here. Navy Gradient Nylon Lenses – Exclusively available in the ZEV-TT SUN, these navy gradient lenses are flat and ultralightweight, perfectly poised for a day in the sun.   Get your tint on by visiting MOSCOT.COM or your nearest MOSCOT Shop! Shop Custom Made Tints™ for The LEMTOSH, The MILTZEN, The SHARTKER, The ZEV, The CLIPTOSH, and CLIPZEN here. Have further customization questions? We’re here to help! Contact a MOSCOT frame fit specialist at support@moscot.com or by calling (866) MOSCOTS!

We’ve been making prescription glasses since 1915! Build your frames online MOSCOT.COM in five easy steps and hear from 4th Generation, Dr. Harvey Moscot, and 5th Generation & Chief Design Officer, Zack Moscot, along the way! – Dr. Harvey Moscot: “When you think about it, eyeglasses, if you need them, are the first thing you put on in the morning, and the last thing you take off at night. So it’s a really critical element of your day. Having the right pair, that you are comfortable with, that you see well with, I can’t think of anything else more important.” Step One is to Select A Frame. You can add prescription to any of our glasses, optical or sun! With over 100 years of optical expertise, we understand the importance of a proper fitting frame. Not sure which MOSCOT style is for you? There are a few general guidelines to help you find frames that not only look great but fit well too. Be sure to consider size, face shape, bridge fit, and style in selecting the right frame for your face. Don’t be afraid to mix things up! Zack Moscot: “Most people typically take into consideration their personal sense of style and tastes before selecting a pair of frames. Today, we see that picking a pair of glasses is very much a fashion decision, and whether you want your frame to make a statement or disappear on the face, it’s completely up to you!”   Next, choose your lenses! Begin building your lenses based on prescription type. Choose Single Vision (one focus) for distance, reading, or everyday glasses. Choose Progressive Lenses (multi-focal) to combine all of your vision needs into one pair of glasses. These lenses correct near, intermediate, and distance fields of vision in one lens so you don’t have to switch between multiple pairs. Alternatively, you can add simple magnification to create Reading Glasses with no prescription necessary. Lastly, non-prescription lenses offer style and protection with no vision correction. Did Ya Know? There are several upgrades available to add to your complete pair! Want to go indoor to outdoor without switching your frames? Turn your eyeglasses to sunglasses in minutes with Transitional lenses. Do you wear these in front of a computer? Help to eliminate eyestrain while viewing digital devices by adding Blue Light protection with Digital Relief. Want to make your lenses thinner? Select hi-index for the thinnest lens for prescriptions outside of +/-4.00 to ensure a comfortable fit. You can also pop on a fashion tint in 20 unique colorways with MOSCOT Custom Made Tints™ or simply throw on some shade with a Clip-On Sunglass. After that, add your Prescription. During your checkout process, you can add your prescription information. Enter your prescription manually, send it in later (don’t worry, we’ll send you a reminder!), or we can call your doctor! Fabricated in our NYC Lab Every pair of prescription eyewear is carefully verified and quality controlled in our own MOSCOT Lab by our Licensed Opticians and meet a rigorous standard of excellence. From in-house frame design to final quality control testing - every MOSCOT frame is adjusted, cleaned, and inspected in our New York City labs before it is packaged and shipped to you! Dr. Harvey Moscot: “There’s a real complexity to an eyeglass prescription. Different needs require different lenses, and the proper fabrication of them to exact specification is super important to us. We understand how it needs to be interpreted, and how it needs to be made exactly the way it is written.” Enjoy your new frames! Our MOSCOT Family Members can assist you along the way. Questions on lenses? We’ve got answers! If you’ve ordered prescription glasses with us before, we can look it up! Give us a ring: 1.866.MOSCOTS or Email us: support@moscot.com Dr. Harvey Moscot: “’Your vision is our concern.’ That was my grandfather’s guiding principle—that providing vision and doing the right thing for the customer and giving them the right type of lens for their particular visual condition was paramount. We want everyone to put on a pair of MOSCOTs with their new prescription and say ‘Wow! This is the clearest I’ve ever seen!’”

MOSCOT aviators make an appearance in the May issue of Euroman.

Ahn Jae Hong in The MOMZA Eyeglasses! South Korean actor Ahn Jae Hong was spotted in The MOMZA. The Italian acetate frame features three dot rivets on the front and temples, paddle temples with grips and a geometric wire core. While the award-winning actor opted for the frame in Grey, the MOMZA comes in three additional colorways and two sunglass variations. Craving more MOSCOT? Read on for highlights, celebrity sightings, insider info, & surprise announcements in MOSCOT Moments.  To see other celebrities wearing MOSCOT Eyewear - visit EYE SPY.

Ray Romano in The KIBITS Eyeglasses! Ray Romano wears The KIBITS eyeglasses as Bob Spicer in HBO’s film Bad Education. Available in three colors and two sizes, the comedian, actor, and screenwriter dons the metal specs in Silver. The KIBITS is a handcrafted metal frame featuring a comfortable detailed filigree saddle nose bridge, silicone nose pads, and signature acetate temples tips.   Craving more MOSCOT? Read on for highlights, celebrity sightings, insider info, & surprise announcements in MOSCOT Moments.  To see other celebrities wearing MOSCOT Eyewear - visit EYE SPY.

Timothy Omundson in The NEBB Eyeglasses! Actor Timothy Omundson wears The NEBB as Gregory in season 4 of NBC’s This Is Us. Featuring two dot rivets on the front and temples, a comfortable saddle nose bridge, and real five barrel hinges, The NEBB is handcrafted using Italian acetate. The NEBB is available in 10 colors – including Grey, Crystal, Black, and Tortoise – and as sunglasses.   Craving more MOSCOT? Read on for highlights, celebrity sightings, insider info, & surprise announcements in MOSCOT Moments.  To see other celebrities wearing MOSCOT Eyewear - visit EYE SPY.

Paul Rudd wears The LEMTOSH! Longtime friend of the brand, Paul Rudd, was spotted wearing The LEMTOSH in Netflix’s comedy-drama Living With Yourself. This rounder classic is handcrafted from Italian acetate with diamond shaped rivets on the front and temples, a key hole bridge, and real seven barrel hinges. Available in 21 colorways, and as a sunglass, The LEMTOSH has served as the calling card for generations of creative, thoughtful, free-spirited intellectuals, artistes, and auteurs. Craving more MOSCOT? Read on for highlights, celebrity sightings, insider info, & surprise announcements in MOSCOT Moments.  To see other celebrities wearing MOSCOT Eyewear - visit EYE SPY. MOSCOT is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Paul Rudd or any associated network, agency, or organization.