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February 21, 2008

More evidence that classic frames are back....

As reported back in our December newsletter, classic frames from the 1960s and popular again -- click here for more...

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November 09, 2007

Classic frames are "back"

In recent months there's been a resurgence of interest in classic frames from decades past: small antique-like metal frames; rimless and semi-rimless styles; simple rectangular shapes in tortoise colors; and yes, the P3 (semi-round) frames popularized by John Lennon.

I've found several companies specializing in these great "old-school" frames, including some of the original manufacturers. Now in stock:

Schnuchel
Exceptional, handcrafted frames to order. German workmanship and rich tortoise colors set these frames apart.

Europtic
Classic-shaped frames with rich tortoise colors.

Color in Optics
An old friend -- one of my best-selling companies in the 1970's and 1980's, known for popular shapes and wonderful colors.

Cutler and Gross
Very bold, very English, with heavy blonde and dark tortoise colors.

L'Unique (Zip+Homme)
Exquisite, high-quality frames in stunning colors. One of our best-selling lines.

Anglo American
A venerable British company that continues to make their original classic frames. We could always count on Anglo American for classics when other companies had stopped making them.

MicroShapes
A stylish frame for smaller faces. Also an excellent choice for very strong prescriptions.

Allyn Scura
California-based company with modern versions of classic frames. Very popular in movies -- we get many inquiries from customers looking for the frame worn by Johnny Depp in Secret Window.

May 09, 2007

Are Your Frames Bent or Misaligned? We Can Help

Are your frames bent or misaligned? Is a screw loose or missing? Let us help. Bring them in and we'll fix them on the spot (no charge to clients). It's safer and more precise. Plastic frames, for example, need to be heated to bend without breaking. We have specialized tools to heat and adjust your frames, and to replace or tighten screws (those little eyeglass kits are OK in an emergency, but don’t always fit well).

Allyn Scura Frames: Exclusive Dealers on the Upper West Side

One of our favorite items in the store is Allyn Scura's line of gorgeous frames based on classic and vintage designs. They're in demand world-wide, but not easy to find in New York. Proud to say we're the exclusive distributors on the Upper West Side. Come in, try them on! The new Spring '06 line is coming soon, and we're also happy to custom order frames from their catalogue.

May 08, 2007

How to Minimize Scratches on Lenses

There's no such thing yet as a 100% scratch-proof lens. But there are products available to keep scratches to a minimum. We've assembled a compact kit of our favorite products - including spray, cleaning cloth and a "tip sheet" - that's free with the purchase of any complete pair of glasses, or available for sale at a modest cost.

More about eyeglasses...

April 17, 2007

Drivewear Lenses: New Product for Car Drivers

Drivers take note: we've begun fitting clients with an excellent new lens called Drivewear that's especially made for people who spend a lot of time behind the wheel. These are polarized, chromatic lenses that cut glare and change color under different lighting conditions. Call us for more information or a fitting.

December 02, 2006

New: Aspex EasyClip Frames

Just in: a new line of Aspex EasyClip metal frames with magnetic sunglass clips.

The frames are high-quality and classically-styled. And the magnetic sunglass clips are ingenious.
Many people have told us they love the idea of a sunglass clip, but found them
awkard to put on and remove. The EasyClips solves that problem.

 
 
 
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