Blog: Upclose with Dresden

“It takes a lot of money to look this cheap.” (Dolly Parton, Entrepreneurial Genius). In fact, it takes about $2500 in cash to make each our new Limited Edition Recycled Money frames. Yep, we’ve gone and done it again (humble brag). We sourced off-cuts, rejects and ex-circulation banknotes of all denominations from the Reserve Bank

One of the things that brings us so much joy at Dresden is seeing customers visit our stores and find a pair of frames that truly reflects their personality and individual style. This may be a case of trying each and every one of our 20+ colours before narrowing it down to a winner (or

We’ve been champing at the bit to share some very exciting news with our community!! This October we’re launching a new range of protective eyewear designed to meet our emergent global conditions. The world is changing at a rate of knots. We’re living in a period where climate change, digitalisation and screen culture are omnipresent in our lives. These factors are having a big effect on one of our most precious assets: our eyes.

Many factors can contribute towards Dry Eyes, including the Environment, Ageing, Hormones, Medications, Medical Conditions etc. The most commonly seen causes in the clinic are generally due to extended screen use, eyelid inflammation (Blepharitis and Meibomian gland dysfunction), and air conditioning.

We’re well on our way to becoming a truly global omni-channel business, with our commitment to manufacturing in Australia, with sustainable materials, being our unique platform.

We’re making glasses simple, accessible, affordable and ultimately sustainable with an ethical and environmentally responsible manufacturing process.