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Take Two promotion 2024

👋   👋 Right now we're offering 50% off a second pair of lenses. Perfect if you need a new prescription and looking for lenses for both glasses and sunglasses, Book an appointment today. Our lenses are Essilor Lenses, the world leader in eyeglass...

ØRGREEN optics Eyewear

ØRGREEN optics Eyewear

Ørgreen Optics EYEWEAR WITH Ørgreen Optics EYEWEAR EVERYTHING IS ARTISANAL, EVEN THE COLOUR. Orgreen Optics Eyewear HAVE DEVELOPED UNIQUE COLOUR STORIES WITH THEIR DEDICATED IN-HOUSE COLOURIST, WHO DRAWS HER INSPIRATION FROM ART, DESIGN AND NATURE.THESE COLOURS ARE...

Frame Shapes for Face Shapes

Frame Shapes for Face Shapes

Nichola has written her first e-book entitled Frame Shapes for Face Shapes, guiding you to choosing the best frames for your face shape. We are always here to help.

Lindberg Eyewear

Lindberg Eyewear

“Your eyes and what’s in front of them, are the first thing people see when they meet you-not your feet, hands or legs”, he says. “So I really don’t grasp when someone puts so much effort into their overall look, and, then they just grab their glasses without a though-they do’t polish them, they probably have mushrooms growing on the nosepads- and out the door they go.”

The Story behind  Anne & Valentin  Eyewear

The Story behind Anne & Valentin Eyewear

The Story behind Anne & Valentin Eyewear Anne & Valentin Eyewear might just be one of the best kept eyewear secrets around.  This collection is well known among eyewear enthusiasts; however, is often a new discovery for many.  The collection appeals to glasses...

Are we the right opticians for you?

Are we the right opticians for you?

Are we the right opticians for you? Choosing glasses is difficult.  You really don’t know what suits you. Rows and rows of glasses that all look the same to you. Maybe you are tired of being treated like a number instead of an individual.   Have you been getting poor...

Refill not Land Fill! Our Green Credentials.

Refill not Land Fill! Our Green Credentials.

Refill not Land Fill! Our Green Credentials. Keeping your glasses clean has never been easier with our own branded cleaning spray for glasses. It is an alcohol-free formula, based purely on natural ingredients. In addition to the  compact high pressure atomizer...

Rayban – Cool, chic, fab & funky eyewear

Rayban – Cool, chic, fab & funky eyewear

Why not pop in to view our latest collection of Rayban specs and sunglasses....      Cool, chic, fab & funky eyewear for everyone... We hope you will agree that they are absolutely amazing!  Book now or pop in to see us!Rayban frame materials make them the...

I’m too Scared to Try Contact Lenses!

I’m too Scared to Try Contact Lenses!

I'm too Scared to Try Contact Lenses! Well I have to tell you are not alone! Many people embarking on the contact lens journey feel the same way and it is perfectly natural to be scared to try contact lenses and cringe at the idea of 'putting something in your eye'!!...

Transitions Adaptive lenses

Transitions Adaptive lenses

Transitions Adaptive lenses Transitions adaptive lenses are premium eyewear lenses that adapt continuously to changing light levels outdoors.  They block 100% of UVA and UVB rays thereby protecting your eyes and reducing eyestrain and eye fatigue and preventing...

Astigmastism – A Stigma What?

Astigmastism – A Stigma What?

Astigmatism What is Astigmatism? Astigmatism is one of the most common types of eye sight and can cause blurred vision and headaches.  It is sometimes mistakenly called “stigma” or “stigmatism”.  Often someone with astigmatism can have other visual problems as well...

The Importance of children’s eye checks

The Importance of children’s eye checks

The Importance of children's eye checksIts that time of year again, the summer holidays are nearing an end.  You have been gathering together their booklists and uniforms so your little Einstein will be well prepared for the school year ahead.   Have you considered...

Sunglasses EVEN on a Cloudy Day?!

Sunglasses EVEN on a Cloudy Day?!

Seeing really is believing, come in and have a look for yourself!!  Here's WHY You Should Wear Sunglasses EVEN on a Cloudy Day!! Read more about sun safety here.Want to learn more about it?   Click on this link:    Sunglasses are not just to look cool!!...

Hayfever — ‘Tis the Season!!

Hayfever — ‘Tis the Season!!

Hayfever — ‘Tis the Season!!       Sneezing, snuffling, and itchy eyes. It’s summer. Or the part of it that many find to be a real pain. For many seasonal allergy sufferers, pollen is the most common eye irritant, with potential for allergic conjunctivitis, an...

Kilcullen Summer Flowers

Kilcullen Summer Flowers

Its great to see the summer flowers back on the Main Street in Kilcullen.  We here at Nichola Kennedy Optometrist are happy to support this project every year.  It makes the town really picturesque, but it also makes it feel really good to go to work every day seeing...

Sunglasses — Not just to look Cool!

Sunglasses — Not just to look Cool!

Wearing sunglasses is important for all of us. They are not just to look cool or be part of your summer wardrobe. Many people do not realise that they are vital for protecting your eye health and vision, all year round. It's important to know, though, that while you...

Eyecare Expert in Kilcullen

Eyecare Expert in Kilcullen

Nichola is your local Eyecare Expert caring for your entire family.  With almost 20 years of experience Nichola has developed her skills and expertise in all areas of optometry including children's eyecare, eyecare for special needs both children & adults,...

Healthy Eyes for Life!  Invest in your Eyes.

Healthy Eyes for Life! Invest in your Eyes.

  We all take it for granted that we will always have good vision and unless we have vision or eye problems  most of us seldom give our eyes a second thought.  It is a fact that we are all living longer and as a result eye conditions such as cataracts, diabetic...

Solar Eclipse 20/03/2015- Mind your Eyes

Solar Eclipse 20/03/2015- Mind your Eyes

Tomorrow morning between 8.30 and 10.40 am we will have the opportunity to witness a solar eclipse.  The peak of the event will be around 9.30 am.Nichola, however, is advising the public to exercise extreme caution be taken when viewing the solar eclipse as looking...

Getting To Grips With Contact Lenses

Getting To Grips With Contact Lenses

Dreaming about the freedom of contact lenses but getting nightmares about putting them in? In our blog we talk about how easy lenses can be and put your fears to rest!

How To Keep Your Glasses Clean And Secure

How To Keep Your Glasses Clean And Secure

If you’re the kind of person who gets a regular check up on your car but never cleans their glasses we have news for you.. They’re just as important! Make sure your frames are always tight and clear so you never miss a thing!

Donate Your Old Frames To Charity

Donate Your Old Frames To Charity

Have you ever considered donating your old glasses to charity? We work with the Lion’s Club to get disused frames to Third World countries..

Dyslexia?

Dyslexia?

Is your child suspected of reading difficulties? First make sure it’s not an eye or vision problem.Get your eyes tested first to make sure it’s not an eye problem.Visual Factors in DyslexiaMost experts agree that problems with sight are not usually the main cause of...

#6 Tip for healthy eyes

#6 Wear eye protection Protect your eyes when participating in DIY activities or sports that involve potential risk to your eyes and remember that UV protection is as important as sunscreen for skin.

Top 10 tips for healthy Eyes #2

#2 Eat a balanced diet This includes colourful fruit & vegetables, and oily fish such as salmon or mackerel or foods rich in omega oils and maintain a healthy weight to prevent high blood pressure and diabetes, diseases which impact on eye health.

My top 10 tips for healthy eyes #1

Over the next 10 posts I am going to list my 10 top tips for healthy eyes. #1 STOP SMOKING Smokers are twice as likely to go blind in later life. you have only 1 pair of eyes, look after them! Don't wait until November or the New Year to resolve to quit smoking, do it...

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