Spring Style Guide 2022

Spring Style Guide 2022

Spring Has Sprung And So Have Hundreds Of Unique And Beautiful New Frames! Spring is finally here, and so many Canadians are eager to shed winter’s puffy coats and toques for flower prints and rainboots to express their favourite spring style!At Hakim Optical, we’re...

FAQ: How Often Does My Prescription Change?

If you’ve worn glasses for a while, you’re familiar with changing and evolving prescriptions. As we age, our eyes can change, and so too does our ability to see clearly. If you’ve ever Googled “how often does my prescription change?” this blog is the answer for you,...

Guide To Buying Your First Pair Of Glasses

So it’s your first time buying glasses; for many first-time wearers, purchasing their first pair of glasses can be daunting. From frame shape to colour, to lenses, there’s a lot to consider (not to mention sunglasses!). If this is your first time buying yourself a...

What To Know About Light Adaptive Lenses

Fall is finally here; cool weather has greeted us with shorter days, beautiful autumn colours, and gorgeous early sunsets. Even though the sun isn’t up as long, and doesn’t feel as hot, optometrists everywhere will tell you that sunglasses are still essential. Instead...

Understanding Being Nearsighted vs. Farsighted

If you tell someone that you wear glasses or contact lenses, a common question you’ll get asked is if you are nearsighted or farsighted. Although the question only requires a simple answer, understanding the difference between nearsighted vision vs. farsighted...