Exclusive VEW Event: BE Inspir3d! ClearVision Brings 3D Printing to the Show Floor in a Unique Way

Contact: Alida Almonte

631.787.1764/aalmonte@cvoptical.com

Hauppauge, NY – September 2013 –  For the first time at Vision Expo West, two renowned companies are breaking open the conversation on 3D printing right on the show floor! ClearVision Optical, a 65 year old, family-owned optical company, welcomes world leader in the 3D printing arena; Stratasys, to booth#16087 for a day of interaction, demonstrations and rapid prototype sampling coined Be Inspir3d!

All day Thursday, October 3, 2013, in the ClearVision booth#16087, visitors can watch how rapid prototyping is done, interact with 3D printers and speak to 3D experts, as well as leave their own creative thoughts in a new way, right in the ClearVision booth!

At 1:30 p.m., the conversation is really sparked by a dynamic discussion between Stratasys’ Director of Marketing, Bruce Bradshaw, and ClearVision Optical’s President, David Friedfeld. Listen in as they tackle tough questions moderated by a special industry insider, such as how 3D printing is impacting the optical industry, the evolution of the technology and what the future looks like for the multi-billion dollar optical industry. This never before discussion will leave no subject untouched including insights into costing, materials and manufacturing.

After the discussion, gain 1-on-1 access to Bradshaw and Friedfeld as they will answer the audience’s in-depth questions about 3D printing, how it will impact product development, product manufacturing and the consumer. Be there to hear what these two innovators have to say!

The Be Inspir3d event was developed to provoke discussion, spark creativity and drive innovation, all part of the ClearVision philosophy. Be Inspir3d  will encourage eyewear enthusiasts to tap into their creative energy, embrace technology in a new way  and be part of the conversation.  Following are details of what you can expect in-booth during the event:

Location

ClearVision Optical Booth#16087; http://cvopticalvisionexpo.com/

Date:

Thursday, October 3, 2013

Time/Visuals:    

9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

• 9:30 a.m.  – 1:30 p.m.: 3D demonstrations, attendee open conversations with IT Specialist Hershel Kaufman and Stratasys Director of Marketing, Bruce Bradshaw.  See before your eyes how a CAD drawing can create a 3D object right on the show floor.
• 1:30 – 2:00 p.m.: A high-level, in-depth conversation about how 3D printing is impacting the industry  with Stratasys’ Director of Marketing, Bruce Bradshaw and ClearVision Optical’s President, David Friedfeld. Moderated by Vision Care Product News’ Frank Giammanco. 
• 2:00 – 2:30 p.m.: Open Q&A for all attendees
• 2:30 – 3:00 p.m.: Individual press interviews with Bruce Bradshaw and David Friedfeld.
• 3:00 – 5:30 p.m.: More 3D demonstrations

Other In-Booth Visuals and Goodies:

• ClearVision Video: An intimate conversation with key ClearVision Optical influencers about 3D printing. This video will be playing in our booth during the event.
• Be prepared to Be Inspir3D and “leave your creative mark” on our unique scratch wall. Take some inspiration with you with a fun giveaway!

To schedule a Vision Expo West appointment, call 1-800-645-3733 or visit our mobile-friendly site http://cvopticalvisionexpo.com/.  Want to SOCIALize? Follow, Like or Visit ClearVision Optical on Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin, Pinterest, YouTube, and Instagram.

About ClearVision Optical

Founded in 1949, ClearVisionOptical is an award-winning leader in the optical industry, designing and distributing eyewear and sunwear for top brands, such as BCBGMAXAZRIA, Cole Haan, Ellen Tracy, IZOD, MarcEcko Cut & Sew, Ocean Pacific, and Jessica McClintock.  ClearVision’s house brands include ClearVision Collection, Junction City, Digit, and Dilli Dalli pediatric eyewear. A privately held company, ClearVision is headquartered in Hauppauge, New York and has more than 250 associates throughout the U.S. ClearVision’s collections are distributed throughout North America and 20 countries around the globe.  To learn more about ClearVision Optical, visit www.cvoptical.com, like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/clearvisionoptical or follow us on Twitter www.twitter.com/cvoptical.com to stay connected to the latest ClearVision news.

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BCBGMAXAZRIA’s Bold New Direction

Contact: Alida Almonte
631.787.1764/aalmonte@cvoptical.com

Hauppauge, NY – September 2013 – BCBGMAXAZRIA continues its new design direction as it reveals its Fall 2013 release with an assortment of tailored chic, weekend casual, and glam night-on-the-town styles.  The design inspiration was drawn from the brand’s DNA; focusing on today’s modern woman. The fall release infuses the iconic stud bar hardware found in the brand’s lifestyle products, further aligning the eyewear collection with the brand.

Expect to see a vibrant color palette of blue, red and purple in designs that range from powerful statement-makers to classic, confident styles.  Additionally, BCBGMAXAZRIA’s continued emphasis on fit, construction, and fabrication is reflected in features such as directional silhouettes and elevated materials.

Following is a selection of the key ophthalmic styles that join the BCBGMAXAZRIA collection this Fall:

BCBGMAXAZRIA Annalisa: A powerful statement for every trendsetter, BCBGMAXAZRIA Annalisa is a full acetate knockout featuring a fashion forward, cat eye rectangular eye shape. Inspired by beautiful BCBG apparel and today’s colorblocking trends, Annalisa’s rich materials and contrasting temples enhance its glam factor. Available in Black Tortoise, Navy Multi, and Brown.

BCBGMAXAXRIA Celeste: BCBGMAXAZRIA Celeste’s lightweight, flat metal wayfarer is heavy on style. This retro inspired frame is modernized through a fashion forward stud bar design on its temporal edges. The rich & colorful temple materials make Celeste a standout beauty. Available in Black, Blue Slate, and Wine.

BCBGMAXAZRIA Melinda: All about color! Inspired by the BCBGMAXAZRIA neon color palettes, the chameleonesque full acetate spec features a classic rectangle eye shape, colorful translucent materials, and florescent colors that change with each angle.  The multicolored peeper, on trend for the Fall season, also features the BCBGMAXAZRIA iconic stud bar for a complete fashion forward, futuristic look.  Available in Amethyst, Blush, and Champagne. 

As an added bonus, ClearVision customers who purchase 6 BCBGMAXAZRIA frames through October 31, 2013 will receive 2 complimentary frames and a beautiful 3-piece BCBGMAXAZRIA display to help showcase the frames in their dispensary.  

To see the full BCBGMAXAZRIA eyewear collection visit http://www.cvoptical.com/OurBrands/BCBG_h.html. For more information contact a ClearVision Optical Sales Consultant, or call 1.800.645.3733.  Want to SOCIALize? Follow, Like or Visit ClearVision Optical on Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin, Pinterest, YouTube, and Instagram.

About ClearVision Optical

Founded in 1949, ClearVision Optical is an award-winning leader in the optical industry, designing and distributing eyewear and sunwear for top brands, such as BCBGMAXAZRIA, Cole Haan, Ellen Tracy, IZOD, Marc Ecko Cut & Sew, Ocean Pacific, and Jessica McClintock.  ClearVision’s house brands include ClearVision Collection, Junction City, Digit, and Dilli Dalli pediatric eyewear. A privately held company, ClearVision is headquartered in Hauppauge, New York and has more than 250 associates throughout the U.S. ClearVision’s collections are distributed throughout North America and 20 countries around the globe.  To learn more about ClearVision Optical, visit www.cvoptical.com, like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/clearvisionoptical or follow us on Twitter www.twitter.com/cvoptical.com to stay connected to the latest ClearVision news.

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ClearVision Optical Ups the Ante at Vision Expo West: Booth #16087

Contact: Alida Almonte
631.787.1764/aalmonte@cvoptical.com

Hauppauge, NY – September 2013 – This year at Vision Expo West Booth #16087 expect to find an array of new optical and sun releases from ClearVision Optical, plus shop-worthy show specials, giveaways, and a new innovative in-booth event. Following is a sneak peek as to what optical enthusiasts will see in the ClearVision booth:

• New! VEW Event: Be prepared to Be Inspired with ClearVision’s new mentally stimulating in-booth experience. The event, held October 3 from 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., will offer an opportunity to learn how important culturally relevant changes can affect the optical industry and the way we do business.  It will also provide a platform for show-goers to ask questions and interact with one of the most powerful revolutions in our industry. The event will focus on innovation, creativity, and change.  It will encourage eyewear enthusiasts to tap into their creative spirits and be part of the newsworthy conversation!
  
  
• New! ClearVision launches DuraHinge™ frames, exclusively from the ClearVision Collection.  Offering tough guy strength with a touch of style, the DuraHinge technology features a proprietary 5 barrel hinge that offers superior strength with the added flexibility of a spring hinge, yet it’s not too bulky or heavy on the face.  DuraHinge launches with 3 styles, with more being added in Spring 2014.
  
  
• BCBGMAXAZRIA continues its new design direction  as it reveals its Fall 2013 release with an assortment of tailored chic, weekend casual, and glam night-on-the-town styles - all inspired by beautiful BCBG apparel.  Expect to see a vibrant color palette of blue, red and purple in designs that range from powerful statement-makers to classic, confident styles.  This release also infuses the iconic stud bar hardware found in the brand’s lifestyle products, further aligning the collection with the brand.
  
  
• Marc Ecko Cut & Sew eyewear maintains the brand’s “bad boy” reputation with new effortlessly edgy styles that range from “geek chic” to rough-and-tumble.  The Fall 2013 collection adds more classic eye shapes such as club masters and semi-rimless. Elements of speed and rugged sport details play up frame temples with knurled textures, carbon fiber accents, and tough guy finishes like distressed metal.  The frame styling of this highly wearable, on trend collection infuses subtle details that epitomize the Marc Ecko “guy.”

Additionally, ClearVision will be featuring noteworthy show specials^* available on the tradeshow floor!  They include:

• New Customer Special:  Become a ClearVision customer at Vision Expo West and receive up to 50% off the initial order.  As an added bonus, new customers will also receive a $100 gift card on the spot!
                                                
• Already a Customer?  Then Refer-a-Friend:  If a ClearVision customer refers a friend (qualified new customer) and that new customer places a qualifying order at Vision Expo West, both the new customer and the referring current customer will walk away with a $100 gift card.
  
• Gift With Purchase: Customers receive the ClearVision 2013 Eco Tote with the purchase of at least 12 pieces.

To schedule a Vision Expo West appointment, call 1-800-645-3733 or visit our mobile-friendly site http://cvopticalvisionexpo.com/.  Want to SOCIALize? Follow, Like or Visit ClearVision Optical on Facebook, ClearVision Blog, Twitter, Linkedin, Pinterest, YouTube, and Instagram.

About ClearVision Optical

Founded in 1949, ClearVision Optical is an award-winning leader in the optical industry, designing and distributing eyewear and sunwear for top brands, such as BCBGMAXAZRIA, Cole Haan, Ellen Tracy, IZOD, Marc Ecko Cut & Sew, Ocean Pacific, and Jessica McClintock.  ClearVision’s house brands include ClearVision Collection, Junction City, Digit, and Dilli Dalli pediatric eyewear. A privately held company, ClearVision is headquartered in Hauppauge, New York and has more than 250 associates throughout the U.S. ClearVision’s collections are distributed throughout North America and 20 countries around the globe.  To learn more about ClearVision Optical, visit www.cvoptical.com, like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/clearvisionoptical or follow us on Twitter www.twitter.com/cvoptical.com to stay connected to the latest ClearVision news.

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ClearVision Optical Launches DuraHinge, Exclusively From the ClearVision Collection

Contact: Alida Almonte
631.787.1764/aalmonte@cvoptical.com

Hauppauge, NY – September 2013 – Eyewear industry leader ClearVision Optical launches DuraHinge™ frames, exclusively from the ClearVision Collection.

Created and designed for men who need a little more “muscle” in their eyewear, the DuraHinge technology features a proprietary five barrel hinge that offers superior strength with the added flexibility of a spring hinge, yet it’s not too bulky or heavy on the face.

DuraHinge launches with three styles under the ClearVision Collection umbrella, with more styles being added in Spring 2014. Offering tough guy strength with a touch of style, DuraHinge frames feature today’s popular eye shapes like rectangles and navigators. Minimalist design details like textured tooling insinuate masculine styling and add a bit of interest. Plus, wider end pieces and temples provide additional durability.

“ClearVision’s DuraHinge technology was designed and developed in response to a marketplace need for durable, sturdy frames that are both stylish and competitively priced,” says Cathy Kaye, ClearVision’s Senior Brand Product Manager. “Additionally, DuraHinge reinforces ClearVision’s commitment to eye care professionals by creating uniquely made, quality eyewear that satisfies the needs and wants of hard-to-fit patients.”

As an added bonus, ClearVision customers who purchase six DuraHinge frames from September 1 through October 31, 2013 will receive two complimentary frames and a three-piece DuraHinge display to help showcase the frames in their dispensary.

For more information visit http://www.cvoptical.com/OurBrands/durahinge.html, contact a ClearVision Sales Consultant, or call 1.800.645.3733. Want to SOCIALize? Follow, Like or Visit ClearVision Optical on Facebook, ClearVision Blog, Twitter, Linkedin, Pinterest, YouTube, and Instagram.

About ClearVision Optical

Founded in 1949, ClearVision Optical is an award-winning leader in the optical industry, designing and distributing eyewear and sunwear for top brands, such as BCBGMAXAZRIA, Cole Haan, Ellen Tracy, IZOD, Marc Ecko Cut & Sew, Ocean Pacific, and Jessica McClintock.  ClearVision’s house brands include ClearVision Collection, Junction City, Digit, and Dilli Dalli pediatric eyewear. A privately held company, ClearVision is headquartered in Hauppauge, New York and has more than 250 associates throughout the U.S. ClearVision’s collections are distributed throughout North America and 20 countries around the globe.  To learn more about ClearVision Optical, visit www.cvoptical.com, like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/clearvisionoptical or follow us on Twitter www.twitter.com/cvoptical.com to stay connected to the latest ClearVision news.

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