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The 4th of July sale at Zenni Optical can save you up to 75% on glasses
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Prescription eyewear can be expensive, especially if you need progressive lenses and prefer the most stylish designer frames. But there’s no need to pay full price for prescription eyeglasses or sunglasses — at least not when you shop at Zenni Optical this month.
Right now, during the company’s 4th of July sale, on top of already discounted prices, you can get an additional 20% off one pair of glasses, 30% off two pairs of glasses, or 40% off when you order three or more pairs of glasses. The savings go as deep as 75%. Simply use code STARS24 at checkout to enjoy this extra savings. This offer expires at 11:59pm (PT) July 14.
Zenni Optical offers basic and designer frames (from Adidas, Jimmy Choo, Marc Jacobs, Kate Spade and more), along with an extensive selection of upgrades and options, including the latest Transitions Gen S lenses, which get darker when exposed to sunlight, but fade back to clear two times faster that previous Transitions lenses.
Pro Tip: When it comes to deeply discounted prescription eyewear, Zenni Optical is one of our top picks. For more help ordering prescription eyeglasses online, check out our roundups of the best places to buy cheap prescription glasses online, the best prescription sunglasses for 2024 and the six best places to buy prescription glasses online in 2024. Plus, check out the 4th of Juiy sale going on now at GlassesUSA.
Best July 4th deals on prescription eyeglasses from Zenni Optical
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Zenni Optical is best known for selling frames with prescription lenses for as little as $6.95. But if you’re looking for higher-end frames or more customized lenses, you can get up to 75% off right now during the company’s 4th of July sale.
In addition to low-cost, single-vision prescription lenses, you can upgrade to progressives, bi-focals or readers. Other options include blue light blocking lenses (for computer users), ultra-thin Trivex lenses (that offers sharper clarity and greater eye protection) and Transitions lenses (that automatically adapt to changing light). And if you want lenses that better protect your eyes from infrared light, blue light and UV light, Zenni Optical has special EyeQLenz lenses.
For serious gamers — or anyone who spends a lot of time in front of a screen — Zenni Optical is one of the few eyeglass companies to offer specialty gaming glasses. And for people who need protective eyewear, Zenni Optical offers highly functional, yet stylish protective goggles and glasses with custom prescription lenses.
For the more than 39 million people in the United States who suffer from migraines or light sensitivity, Zenni Optical offers prescription FL-41 lenses, along with a selection of fashionable frames for them. These are part of the company’s new Migraine Relief glasses line. And like all of the prescription eyewear options, when you shop during the company’s 4th of July sale, you’ll save at least 20% extra when you use code STARS24 at checkout.
Pro Tip: Finding the perfect pair of prescription eyeglasses involves choosing frames that fit. You’ll find a free and easy to use fit and comfort guide on the Zenni Optical website that’ll answer all of your questions. You’ll need to upload your eyeglass prescription or provide contact information for your optometrist.
As you’re shopping for frames, look for the Try On button. Use the camera built into your computer or mobile device to take advantage of a virtual try-on feature. Or try the Zenni Frame Fit feature. Just upload a selfie and have the eyeglass frames of your choice superimposed on your photo, so you can see exactly how they’ll look before making your purchase.
And if you’re in a massive hurry to receive your prescription eyewear, check out the Rush Delivery section. You can receive your custom glasses within three to five business days. One of the main reasons people love shopping for their glasses from Zenni Optical is that the company offers a 14-day return policy on all prescription eyewear.
Zenni Optical does not accept vision insurance directly, but will provide you with a detailed invoice you can submit to your vision insurance company for reimbursement. Both FSA and HSA flex spending accounts associated with some health insurance policies are accepted. Plus, first time shoppers can sign up for the company’s mailing list and save an extra 10% on their first order.
Get deals on prescription sunglasses from Zenni Optical
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Prescription sunglasses are another one of Zenni Optical’s specialties. Choose from hundreds of fashionable frames and have them custom-fitted with prescription sunglass lenses, Transition lenses or tinted lenses. During the company’s 4th of July sale, when you buy any single pair of sunglasses, you’ll save an extra 20% off the already discounted price.
You can also buy traditional prescription eyewear and sunglasses together to save 30% when you place an order for two pairs at the same time. But, the best deal can be had — 40% savings off your order — if you order three or more pairs of eyeglasses and sunglasses. Just use promo code STARS24 at checkout. This offer expires at 11:59pm (PT) on July 14.
Save on contact lenses, too
Zenni Optical doesn’t just offer prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses. You can order discounted contact lenses from brands like Biofinity, Biotrue, Clariti, Infuse, MyDay, Ultra and Proclear. In fact, you can save an impressive 20% on your first contact lens order, plus get free shipping.
Whatever you’re shopping for during the 4th of July holiday weekend, we’ll help you find the best ways to save money. Be sure to stay up to date on all of our latest deals coverage, along with our Amazon Prime Day coverage.
NEW YORK — Former New York Gov. David Paterson and his stepson were attacked in New York City on Friday night, authorities said.
The incident occurred just before 9 p.m. on Second Avenue near East 96th Street on the Upper East Side, according to the New York City Police Department.
Police said officers were sent to the scene after an assault was reported. When officers arrived, police say they found a 20-year-old man suffering from facial injuries and a 70-year-old man who had head pain. Both victims were taken to a local hospital in stable condition.
In a statement, a spokesperson for the former governor said the two were attacked while “taking a walk around the block near their home by some individuals that had a previous interaction with his stepson.”
The spokesperson said that they were injured “but were able to fight off their attackers.”
Both were taken to Cornell Hospital “as a precaution,” he added.
Police said no arrests have been made and the investigation is ongoing.
The 70-year-old Paterson, a Democrat, served as governor from 2008 to 2010, stepping into the post after the resignation of Eliot Spitzer following his prostitution scandal. He made history at the time as the state’s first-ever Black and legally blind governor.
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A 17-year-old boy was critically injured and a person is in custody after a gunman opened fire on a SEPTA bus in North Philadelphia Friday evening, police said.
At around 6:15 p.m., Philadelphia police were notified about a shooting on a SEPTA bus traveling on Allegheny Avenue near 3rd and 4th streets in North Philadelphia, Inspector D F Pace told CBS News Philadelphia.
There were an estimated 30 people on the bus at the time of the shooting, Pace said, but only the 17-year-old boy was believed to have been shot. Investigators said they believe it was a targeted attack on the teenager and that he was shot in the back of the bus at close range.
According to Pace, the SEPTA bus driver alerted a control center about the shooting, which then relayed the message to Philadelphia police, who responded to the scene shortly.
Officers arrived at the scene and found at least one spent shell casing and blood on the bus, but no shooting victim, Pace said. Investigators later discovered the 17-year-old had been taken to Temple University Hospital where he is said to be in critical condition, according to police.
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Through their preliminary investigation, police learned those involved in the SEPTA shooting may have fled in a silver-colored Kia.
Authorities then found a car matching the description of the Kia speeding in the area and a pursuit began, Pace said. Police got help from a PPD helicopter as they followed the Kia, which ended up crashing at 5th and Greenwood streets in East Mount Airy. Pace said the Kia crashed into a parked car.
The driver of the crashed car ran away but police were still able to take them into custody, Pace said.
Investigators believe there was a second person involved in the shooting who ran from the car before it crashed. Police said they believe this person escaped near Allegheny Avenue and 4th Street, leaving a coat behind.
According to Pace, police also found a gun and a group of spent shell casings believed to be involved in the shooting in the same area.
“It’s very possible that there may have been a shooting inside the bus and also shots fired from outside of the bus toward the bus,” Pace said, “We’re still trying to piece all that together at this time.”
This is an active investigation and police are reviewing surveillance footage from the SEPTA bus.