23/07/2025
👓 Staff Spotlight: What Our Optometrist Wears
We always get asked — “What kind of spectacles does an optometrist choose for themselves?”
So, we sat down with our very own optometrist, Eugene Lau, to find out about his current eyewear lineup and lens preferences.
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Q: What’s your current main pair of spectacles?
A: My main pair is a light champagne gold metal frame from Giordano, with a soft round-oval shape. It’s stylish yet subtle — light enough for all-day wear.
The lenses are Stellify Comfy Progressive Digital Lenses, which give me seamless vision across all distances, perfect for my clinic work.
I chose this lens also because I do photography and photo editing too, and I wanted neutral and accurate color — no added tint, no distortion, just true-to-life colors for image work.
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Q: Do you wear other spectacles too?
A: Yes! My second pair is a thin-profile, double-bridge T’Matsuda titanium frame — lightweight and refined.
I’ve paired it with Stellify Comfy Progressive Digital Lenses featuring Sensity Grey and Blue Control.
These lenses adapt to changing light — they darken outdoors and block harmful UV and blue light, giving me comfortable vision whether I’m in a meeting or relaxing at the beach.
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Q: And this is your third pair? Wow — you have three pairs of spectacles?
A: Yes! Just like we don’t own only one pair of shoes, or just one handbag or one watch, spectacles can be styled for different occasions and purposes.
My third pair is a Ray-Ban Hawkeye with Stellify Comfy Digital Lenses in a blue tint. I usually wear this during off days or vacations. The subtle blue tint gives off a more casual, laid-back vibe and helps me switch into rest mode visually too.
Having different pairs allows me to express different sides of myself — professional, relaxed, or stylish — while meeting different visual needs.
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Q: Why do you use progressive lenses? Isn’t it a bit early for your age?
A: That’s a common question. Many people think progressive lenses are only for older adults, but that’s not necessarily true anymore.
I use progressive lenses not because my eyes are “old,” but because they give me effortless vision from far to near — especially helpful when switching between screens, paperwork, and distance viewing throughout the day.
Our generation spends long hours doing near work — whether it’s on a computer, tablet, or smartphone — and we often don’t have a choice. This puts a constant strain on our eye muscles.
Early adoption of progressive lenses helps reduce that strain, making it easier for the eyes to adjust between different focal distances without overworking.
It’s important to know that wearing progressive lenses will not worsen your eyes. In fact, it does the opposite — it supports your vision and reduces fatigue, which helps preserve comfort and clarity over time.
I always say: it’s not about age anymore, it’s about visual demands.
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Q: What’s the most important factor you consider when choosing lenses?
A: Comfort, clarity, and versatility. As someone who recommends lenses every day, I like to test them myself. That way, I can give honest advice based on real-world experience — whether it’s working indoors, heading outdoors, or spending hours in front of screens.
