Lenstore’s founder, Mitesh Patel, was recently invited to No. 10 Downing Street. It couldn’t have come at a better time, and is the perfect way to commemorate Lenstore’s 5th birthday. For a young start-up to shoot to such prominence within its first 5 years is a true achievement, and that’s why we feel it’s time… Read more
Mitesh Patel, Founder of Lenstore, Meets David Cameron at No.10 Downing Street
Mitesh Patel, the founder of Lenstore, an award winning online retailer of contact lenses, attended a garden party at No.10 Downing Street on 5th June 2013. The purpose of the event was to celebrate small businesses in the UK, and Mitesh’s impressive entrepreneurial success scored him an invite alongside famous names such as James Caan… Read more
How to Pick the Perfect Makeup Colours to Enhance Your Eyes
Picking the perfect eye makeup colour can seem like a fairly daunting task – and with a spectrum of shades ranging from neutral to neon, you may sometimes feel you have too many options to choose from! Fortunately, there’s one simple way to achieve a flattering look every time – choosing the colours that both… Read more
Lenstore Founders Meet Sir Richard Branson at Fast Track 100 Awards Ceremony
The 16th annual awards ceremony for the Sunday Times Virgin Fast Track 100 was recently hosted by Sir Richard Branson at his Oxfordshire home. The guests invited were the proud business owners of the 100 fastest growing privately owned UK companies, according to the Fast Track league table. Among them, Mitesh Patel and Olga Nuryaeva,… Read more
5 Most Amazing Eyes of the Animal Kingdom
For human beings, having good vision is an important part of our modern day lives. Our eyes have evolved and adapted over many years and today are the second most complex organ after the brain. Our eyes are pretty special; they allow us to process 36,000 pieces of information in an hour and see 500… Read more
101 Amazing Eye Facts
Our eyes are one of the most fascinating and complex parts of the body. Almost every animal in the animal kingdom relies on them everyday, but how much do we really know about eyes, and how they work? Here are 101 fun facts that you may not know about eyes. Eyes are thought to have… Read more
The Financial Times Visit Lenstore’s Very Own ‘Downton Abbey’
Lenstore is tucked away at the end of a cul-de-sac in a South Wimbledon industrial park. From the outside, it might not strike you as the type to ooze Victorian glamour. A quick peek inside, and you might just change your mind. Annexed to the main building is the home of the marketing team –… Read more
Eye Makeup Tips For The Summer
Whether you’re off on holiday or are just determined to make the best out of the Great British Summer, ensure your look remains flawless and on-trend throughout with these simple eye makeup tips. image credit:boyslie24_7 Keep It Simple By Day The last thing you want to worry about whilst relaxing by the pool is reapplying… Read more
The Future of Jobs in Retail: Mitesh Patel Attends the BRC Conference at Google
The discussion around the future of British retail raises questions that the nation has never been faced with before. Historically, retail has always been centered around High Streets and markets, but this has changed dramatically over recent years. Hard times and austerity have seen many well-known High Street shops close their shutters for good, while… Read more
5 Easy Ways to Improve Your Eye Care
Hygiene Absolutely key to having a good eye care routine is good hygiene. Always be sure to wash your hands before handling your lenses, and insert them in a clean and hygienic environment. Some people are in the habit of doing this in the bathroom, but the sink is often riddled with bacteria and it’s… Read more
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