Which cocoons should I buy?

[doubleorbust]

I think I have to finally admit that my beloved Cocoons sunglasses are not going to turn up. They were the blue mirror-type but I am wondering if that was the best choice anyway, though I love them for their stylish look. I have wet AMD in one eye and dry in the other and double vision to boot !

Does anyone have any advice for me before I splash out for the second time?

Thanks in advance

Rosemary

[springcross]

You reminded me that I need a pair doubleorbust. Thanks for that. Did you get yours online or did you go to one of their stockists?

[doubleorbust in reply to springcross]

I gor mine on line. Do you have any advice about choice? There are so many colours and properties it's hard to know what's best. Polarised or not? colour of lens? what else?

[springcross in reply to doubleorbust]

I don't have any advice I'm afraid, I haven't ever had any but I have been meaning to get some for a couple of years now as I really want the side shielding as well as the main lenses.

[doubleorbust in reply to springcross]

Thank you Springcross.

[weatherwatcher]

Morning doubleorbust, I have a pair of dark grey for the winter and blue Pilot Cocoons dor the summer, both with grey lenses. For me it is the colour of the lense, orange I find too bright. Hp[e this helps 😀

[doubleorbust in reply to weatherwatcher]

I had the mirror type as I liked the look, not being able to see through to my own glasses underneath. They looked just like I was wearing a single (stylish) pair. I imagine my own glasses will show through the orange and amber ones.

[weatherwatcher in reply to doubleorbust]

Macular Degeneration has taken its tole on my sight which is quite poor now. I cannot go out on winter sunny or foggy days. My glasses are not large but I am sure the Cocoons cover them. I am 82 do not worry about what I look lije but what I must see. Sorry my life comes before my looks.

You can always return them and try another pair. take care.

[doubleorbust in reply to weatherwatcher]

Hi there. I'm sorry that you are further on the road than me. When it comes to a choice between looks and vision then there is no question that vision will come first but for the moment I'm fortunate to be able to accommodate both. I've just been for review to find that I have a slight leak again so need an injection next week. I'm going to see if I can't have Vabysmo as I am down for Eylea again which hasn't stabilised it over 2 and a half years and 10 injections.

All the best Weatherwatcher.

[Rosalyn-helpline Partner]

Hello doubleorbust,

Individuals with a macular related condition tend to develop a heightened sensitivity to glare. The glare is produced by the blue light in the spectrum. Ordinary sunglasses protect against the UV, but not the blue light. Therefore, individuals can find that they can end up trying to eradicate the discomfort from the glare by wearing ordinary sunglasses which are too dark for the lighting conditions, thereby obscuring their vision. The way to potentially address this is to choose spectacles from the anti-glare protection range, as they both protect against the blue light in the spectrum and the UV, and come in a range of shades. Therefore, an individual can either choose to purchase one shade, or various for different lighting conditions. Anti-glare protection comes in a variety of styles of frames; however, fit-overs are handy when an individual already wears spectacles.

In terms of colour choice, as an indication, e.g. yellow anti-glare fit-overs are generally good for indoor use, as they do not reduce the amount of light coming in, reduce glare, increase contrast and definition. They are also suitable for outdoor use on a dull day when glare may still be an issue, but there is not adequate natural light to wear a darker shade. On a brighter day out an orange pair of fit-overs may be advisable, followed by an amber pair on a very bright day out.

This is a link to our related booklet:

macularsociety.org/media/bk...

Please contact us direct if you would like a list of supplier's details.

We can be contacted via:

0300 3030 111

or

[e-mail]

Kind regards,

Rosalyn

Advice and Information Service

macularsociety.org

[doubleorbust in reply to Rosalyn-helpline]

Thank you so much. The low-vision clinic gave me a pair of orange ones so I'll try them first now I've lost my dark mirror ones.