Let’s talk about the GUNNAR Mendocino glasses—my new work-from-home MVP. After weeks of testing, here’s the real tea.

First Impressions: Sleek midnight blue metal frames that scream ‘professional but cool.’ They’re noticeably lighter than other Gunnar models (looking at you, bulky Amber Onyx). The subtle design blends with my work attire but still gets compliments.

Blue Light Magic: Unlike some flimsy blue-light glasses I’ve tried, these actually WORK. After 8-hour coding marathons, my eyes feel like they’ve had a spa day. That harsh monitor glare? Gone. Bonus: they’re killer under harsh office LEDs too.

Comfort Factor: The ultra-light frame disappears on my face—no ear pressure even during marathon Zoom calls. The nose pads? Heavenly. Though heads up: reviewers with smaller faces mention fit issues (Gunnar, we need size options!).

The Not-So-Good: At this price point, quality control should be flawless. One of my lenses arrived with a micro-scratch (thankfully replaced by customer service). And that collapsible case? Cute but feels like it’ll give up on life soon.

Final Verdict: If you live in front of screens like me, these are worth the investment—just buy directly from Gunnar for warranty support. My eyes haven’t felt this fresh since pre-pandemic binge-watching days.