National Sunglasses Day
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Protect Your Eyes, Optimize Your Performance
Brought to life by The Vision Council, National Sunglasses Day takes place each year on June 27 and celebrates the importance of wearing shades to protect the eyes from the sun’s harsh ultraviolet (UV) rays.
Celebrate Your Shades on June 27
Sunglasses are a daily health necessity to protect the eyes from long and short-term damage from the sun’s UV rays. The right pair of sunglasses will block UVA and UVB light – as indicated by a sticker or label on the glasses verifying UV protection. Join in celebrating National Sunglasses Day on June 27 by wearing sunglasses when spending time outdoors and help spread the word about UV safety and the importance of protecting your eyes by posting on social media with the hashtag #NationalSunglassesDay.
Promotional Toolkit
The Vision Council has developed a suite of promotional materials to help spread the word about National Sunglasses Day.
Access downloadable marketing assets, including sample social media graphics, web banners, posters, logos and more.
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Share on Social
The Vision Council encourages members and the industry at large to participate in National Sunglasses Day by posting on social media channels using the official hashtag #NationalSunglassesDay, and tagging @TheVisionCouncil on Facebook and Instagram and @OpticalIndustry on X.
Pick Your Perfect Pair
With thousands of styles from hundreds of brands at every price point, there is a perfect pair of shades for everyone. Use this guide to help select a pair of sunglasses best suited to fit your personal needs and style.
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Partner With Us
Join our efforts to spread awareness about UV safety.