Wild on Eye Spy

In her natural habitat, the Anne et Valentin Sunglass frame lolls about the store, sunning her handmade frame in the spring light.

Listen closely and you can hear the wind rustle the grass, you can hear the birds singing, but you can also hear the sound of danger, lurking in the weeds...!


The Anne et Valentin Sunglass frame springs into action, protecting her young from the harmful UV rays of the Sun, narrowly avoiding damage to the cornea and a future filled with cataracts and wrinkles!

Phew!

Wow, eyewear is SO EXCITING!

And a reminder--for the whole month of April, Eye Spy is celebrating a GREEN SCENE. If you ride your bike or the CTA to Eye Spy, you get 10% off a pair of Rx specs. If you donate an old pair of glasses, you receive $25 off a new pair of Rx frames! So come on by and celebrate a greener earth with Eye Spy!

Like father like son

I think it's true when people say that great style runs in the family. I mean, check out Jason and Izzy!


When Jason was in the store picking up his new Anne et Valentin frame (what a cool shape!), his son, Izzy, put on some Julbo sunglasses and POW! Insta-cool. He's like a mini-James Dean!

How could we resist? With style like this, we just had to make Jason and Izzy our CUSTOMERS OF THE WEEK!

Congrats, guys! You're our Customers of the Week and our new style icons!

And a reminder--for the whole month of April, Eye Spy is celebrating a GREEN SCENE. If you ride your bike or the CTA to Eye Spy, you get 10% off a pair of Rx specs. If you donate an old pair of glasses, you receive $25 off a new pair of Rx frames! So come on by and celebrate a greener earth with Eye Spy!


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Gimme gimme more

Gimme more, gimme gimme more!

New glasses have been arriving daily!

Check out these new Anne et Valentin frames:

You spin me right 'round!

I imagine the female temptress in a Raymond Chandler novel would wear these.

Get 'em while they're hot!

And a reminder--for the whole month of April, Eye Spy is celebrating a GREEN SCENE. If you ride your bike or the CTA to Eye Spy, you get 10% off a pair of Rx specs. If you donate an old pair of glasses, you receive $25 off a new pair of Rx frames! So come on by and celebrate a greener earth with Eye Spy!

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CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK!

Our Customer of the Week this week is LINUS LEE!

Linus has been a *great* customer at Eye Spy for several years now; he has great taste and we loved helping him choose a new look! Linus found this SUPER COOL Anne et Valentin frame. It's so modern and cool, it's a great contrast to the retro Lafont frame that he used to wear!

Top That! Top That! Now why would you ever wanna go and try to top that?!

Congratulations, Linus! You're our CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK!



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CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK!

Ahh, so many weeks we've chosen one or more lovely customers to spotlight here.... we've just been reminiscing and we've decided that, this week, we're going to say THANK YOU to all of our previous choices for CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK!

These lovely faces show how great it is to take a chance on a RED frame or a BLUE frame! They represent the whimsical side of Anne et Valentin frames, the fantastic structure of ic! berlin frames, and the intriguing angles of Theo frames. These faces are what make Francis Klein glasses sparkle, they are what make Frost frames come alive and they show why Lafont is a good and reliable friend when it comes to quality eyewear. These customers have helped us welcome Grotesque and Claire Goldsmith to Eye Spy, they've modeled our eyewear in advertisements on postcards, in magazines, and even on El platforms!

Everybody wants to be a cool kid, cool kid.

We love our customers, each and every one, but right now, here's to the Eye Spy friends who have found themselves in our CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK spotlight! Cheers!





Yes we did! It's time for Eye Spy's January Sale!!!! Whoo!!!

We have frames at 25% off, 50% off, and 75% off the original price! AND, we have a ton of Anne et Valentin frames and IC! Berlin frames that we received especially for the sale at 40% to 50% off their original prices...unbelievable.

We do this because we love you so much.





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NEW YEAR, NEW CUSTOMERS OF THE WEEK!

Happy New Year!

We are so over the moon about all of the awesome frames in the store right now that we are celebrating by naming TWO Customers of the Week!

First, we want to highlight CARYN WEINER! Caryn chose this beautiful Anne et Valentin frame in red and tortoise. We love the way Anne et Valentin frames are so bright and fun! Check 'em out!

This expression says, "I know. I'm awesome."

Now, check out these sparkly BLUE Francis Klein frames on Caitlin Cronin. Caitlin has been a customer of Eye Spy for a while, so when we found out she was on her way in to the store to check out new frames, we knew before she even walked in the door that this Francis Klein frame was the frame for her. We love when we are able to picture a longtime customer and the frame that would be a perfect new look. Caitlin is moving to Japan soon, good luck Caitlin! We're sure, in these sparkly blue specs, you'll be the toast of Japan!

Blue + rhinestones = win.

Wow! What an awesome way to start a new year! RED Anne et Valentins and BLUE Francis Kleins! 2010, you're looking gooood!



Yes we did! It's time for Eye Spy's January Sale!!!! Whoo!!!

We have frames at 25% off, 50% off, and 75% off the original price! We also have some frames marked at $75!!!!! AND, we're expecting a ton of Anne et Valentin frames, direct from France, any day now!!! Those frames will be 50% off their original prices!!!

We do this because we love you so much.



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CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK!

This week our Customer of the Week! is ANNIE RANTILLA!!!

Annie's brother is a long-time customer of Eye Spy and he sent his sister to us for some brand new specs. Annie walked in the door and said "I want awesome new glasses." She had us at "awesome."

Immediately, we knew the perfect frame for her. After trying on a few super-fun frames, including a purple Anne et Valentin frame that came in a close second, Annie's heart returned to these Claire Goldsmith frames--it was fate!

This is the first frame she tried on, and boy, does she look great! We've got to pat ourselves on the back for this one, sometimes a person walks in the store and we get all Matchmaker Matchmaker and we just know that one frame in the store that belongs with a particular person. It's like Cupid's arrows all over the place in here.

Love at first Sight!

We just love how these Claire Goldsmith frames are so big and fun, but the first thing you see in this photo are Annie's bright blue eyes and welcome smile!

Congratulations, Annie! You're our CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK!





Too many flex dollars, not enough time? At Eye Spy, we accept flex dollars and will make sure that you find quality handmade glasses as well as the best possible lenses for your prescription. Just ask and we'll be happy to help you find an *awesome* new pair of specs!

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CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK!

Congratulations to our Customer of the Week, Deborah Peltz!!!

Deborah has been a customer at Eye Spy for several years now. We always love when she stops by the store because not only is she super-nice, she also loves fun glasses! Deborah looks especially awesome in Anne et Valentin frames. Check out this purple and brown cat-eye frame!

Anne et Valentin frames are the cat's meow.

Way to go, Deborah! You're our CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK!





Too many flex dollars, not enough time? At Eye Spy, we accept flex dollars and will make sure that you find quality handmade glasses as well as the best possible lenses for your prescription. Just ask and we'll be happy to help you find an *awesome* new pair of specs!

Winter Wonderland!

At Eye Spy, we love winter!

OK, we don't love the low temperatures or the slushy, wet snow, or the delayed buses and head colds.

We DO love hot chocolate that somehow tastes sooo much better when it's cold outside!
And we really love cozy sweaters and scarves.

And wow-oh-wow, do we love to decorate the store and make it a Winter Wonderland inside and out!

Inside, we have a new eyewear line, Claire Goldsmith, direct from jolly old England. We also have a TON of new Eyebobs readers and bucketloads of new Theo frames, Anne et Valentin frames, Francis Klein frames, and Lafont frames.

Outside, we've put up sparkling lights in the window so that, even when it snows, you'll be able to find Eye Spy's shining lights on Lincoln Ave.

Doesn't it just look so warm and cozy in there?

We put up our favorite window decorations, included a section for Christmas with little elves an ornaments and a Chanukah section with a menorah handmade by our own Queen of Specs!

We've made the store a cozy and warm place to hang out and get out of the cold while you're looking for new glasses to go with your winter wardrobe.

Stop by and say hello!





Too many flex dollars, not enough time? At Eye Spy, we accept flex dollars and will make sure that you find quality handmade glasses as well as the best possible lenses for your prescription. Just ask and we'll be happy to help you find an *awesome* new pair of specs!




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CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK!

Woo Hoo! Our CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK this week was looking for a frame that would take her look into a funky new phase! Congratulations to SANDRA FORKINS! Sandra wanted frames that would stand out in a crowd and show her personality with flare!


Perfect choice! Sandra chose this fantastic Anne et Valentin frame in red and silver. Anne et Valentin frames are known for not only being whimsical, but also well-made and strong! This pair is made with a stainless steel frame that makes these glasses light as a feather! Sandra is also wearing HOYA freeform lenses! This lenses are all kinds of WHOA, they provide a wider field of vision for distance, computer use, AND reading. Yes, I said it, three in one and they're super easy to get used to wearing. Sandra will feel like Superwoman with super-sharp vision.

Eye Spy and Sandra Forkins, what a team!



So many frames to choose from! Mark your calendar! The November Trunk Shows are just around the corner! Every Saturday in November we'll be hosting a trunk show from several of our lines including Theo (November 7), Anne et Valentin (November 14), IC! Berlin (November 21), Francis Klein (November 21), and Lafont (November 28). They're going to bring the full collections including new styles you've never seen before!!! For once, you'll be looking forward to November in Chicago!


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A day in the life...

You may think that being an optician is a ho-hum kind of same-old same-old type of job. Well, let me tell you! At Eye Spy, we never know what the day will bring. Whether it's getting to see a whole stack of new frames, months before they're available in stores, or climbing right inside the display case to change a light bulb, every day brings something new.....wait. Did I just say, climb inside a display case?


Sure did.


Big hi-5 to Serina who took control of a body bending situation. While the elders among us were left rubbing our backs at our own attempt to lean in and change a bulb, young sprite Serina made like a contortionist and got to work.


See? Being an optician is super-exciting stuff!

So many frames to choose from! Mark your calendar! The November Trunk Shows are just around the corner! Every Saturday in November we'll be hosting a trunk show from several of our lines including Theo (November 7), Anne et Valentin (November 14), IC! Berlin (November 21), Francis Klein (November 21), Lafont (November 28). They're going to bring the full collections including new styles you've never seen before!!! For once, you'll be looking forward to November in Chicago!

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CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK!

Our CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK this week will be joining the Eye Spy family real soon, well, kind of... MATTHEW SIEFFERT is engaged to the lovely Miss Alex Blunt, a longtime customer of Eye Spy!

Matthew and Alex came in to the store last winter and tried on some awesome frames. Matthew kept these LAFONT frames in the back of his mind and as the wedding day got closer and closer, he found it was time to update his look before the big day!

It's true that Alex has great taste in more than glasses!

Congratulations, Matthew, on being our CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK and on your upcoming (just around the corner) wedding!




So many frames to choose from! Mark your calendar! The November Trunk Shows are just around the corner! Every Saturday in November we'll be hosting a trunk show from several of our lines including Theo (November 7), Anne et Valentin (November 14), IC! Berlin (November 21), Francis Klein (November 21), Lafont (November 28). They're going to bring the full collections including new styles you've never seen before!!! For once, you'll be looking forward to November in Chicago!


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CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK!

Our Customer of the Week! this week is a new arrival to Chicago. Shortly after arriving in our fair city, Victoria Bradford came to Eye Spy to get some awesome new specs to go with her awesome new home!

Bet your bottom dollar you lose the blues in Chicago! Chicago! The folks who visit all wanna settle down.

She found these super-fun RED Anne et Valentin frames and yow-oh-wow do they look fantastic!

Congratulations, Victoria! And Welcome to Chicago!



Guess what!?! Eye Spy is turning ELEVEN!!!! We're having an anniversary party on Saturday, October 17th from 10-6pm. Stop by and join us in celebrating eleven awesome years!


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Glasses, Glasses and more New Glasses!

i just got back from the eyewear trade show in Vegas and boy did i have a great time walking the strip;-) actually, i had the best time picking out new glasses for eye spy..of course! vintage styles are still going strong, along with translucent colors in pinks, beige and blue. here is a sneak peek of the new Anne et Valentin frames that are on their way....

you can also sneak a peek at every new style and color that i saw at the show...just swing into eye spy on saturdays in november! we will have a different representative here each weekend to show our special customers all the new styles...before we even receive them. awesome. we heart you and want you to have the best selection:-) see you soon!

CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK!

Congratulations to Matt Machczynski, our CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK!

Matt has never been one to shy away from colorful or funky frames, recently he's been sporting a really terrific pair of purple Anne et Valentin frames. When he came in to Eye Spy for a change of style, we knew the direction to turn in was RED!

Red red glasses you make me feel so fine, feel so fine, all of the time

Awesome choice, Matt, these Theo frames look terrific on you!



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CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK!

This week, our CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK is one styyyylish lady!

Check out these gorgeous Anne et Valentin frames on KAREN LARIMER!!!


Isn't it fantastic how she can wear such a bold frame and the first thing you notice is her sparkling blue eyes?! That's why we love the designs of Anne et Valentin, they have a way of making a statement, while allowing the person wearing them to still look like their own beautiful and charming self.

So, Congratulations Karen! You're our CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK!!!





Ch-ch-check it out! The Button-o-Matic is coming to Eye Spy! For the month of September the Butto-o-Matic machine will be dispensing its limited-edition series of 24-karat gold buttons at Eye Spy! We will be having a celebration on Saturday, September 12 from 12-5pm... with Beer, Bagels, and a make-your-own Button Machine!

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CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK!

Our Customer of the Week this week is Bonnie Harrison!


I mean, come on, how could we not? Look at how awesome she is in these Anne et Valentin frames! Bonnie traveled all the way from Hyde Park to get her new eyeglasses at Eye Spy and boy are we glad she did! Not only does Bonnie have awesome taste (she still has her eye on a gorgeous pair of Theo frames), but she also has a kick-butt personality.

Congratulations, Bonnie! You look smokin' in your new Anne et Valentin glasses! Yow!




Ch-ch-check it out! The Button-o-Matic is coming to Eye Spy! For the month of September the Butto-o-Matic machine will be dispensing its limited-edition series of 24-karat gold buttons at Eye Spy! We will be having a celebration on Saturday, September 12 from 12-5pm... with Beer, Bagels, and a make-your-own Button Machine!

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CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK!

Whoo-Hoo! It's time for our CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK! Let me tell you, this week, it's a real stunner!

Dewitt Jackson has *Great* taste in frames! He's not afraid of wearing funky frames, whether it's a yellow Anne et Valentin or these incredible blue Theo frames!

This early bird got the way cool and totally awesome new Theo frame.

When Dewitt came into the store, we had just received our new Theo stock, we hadn't even put them out on the floor yet! But due to perfect timing, Dewitt was the first person to try this Theo frame on and he wasn't about to let it go!

Great choice, Dewitt, these Theo frames look amazing!





Sad that summer is almost over? Don't sweat it! There are still plenty of sunny days left! Eye Spy is celebrating these last days of summer with a Sunglass Sale! That's right, we've putting almost all of our sunglass stock on sale! We've also ordered frames from three of our favorite designers, just for the month of August! Come on in any time before August 31 and get yourself a snazzy new pair of sun specs for 10, 20, 50% off!!!


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CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK x 2!

Wow, I just couldn't make up my mind this week when it came down to choosing our CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK! There were so many amazing frames chosen in the last few days that my mind went into a spinning dizzy spell of puzzlement!

But do you know what sturdied me? Red and blue glasses, that's what. This week, we have two, that's right two CUSTOMERS OF THE WEEK because two is better than one and sometimes the only way to make yourself happy is to let both sides win.

First up, HANNAH JENNINGS, who just picked up her Theo frames this morning! The way the blue just makes her eyes look so bright and lively really brightened my day, and Hannah's too, I'm sure! I love love love the way Theo frames can express our whimsical side!

It's a blue, blue summer, do be do...

Next up is TIFFANY FARRIS! Faced with the conundrum of choosing between two gorgeous frames, Tiffany went with both pairs. Smart girl. One pair is a lovely turquoise and tortoise cat-eye frame by Anne et Valentin. Her second pair is also an Anne et Valentin frame, but for this one, Tiffany listened to her funky side and boy are we glad she did, check out how **amazing** she looks in her red Anne et Valentin glasses!

Lady in reeeeeeed. Is dancing with me, cheek to cheek.

Congratulations, HANNAH and TIFFANY! You're going to be a tough act to follow!




Sad that summer is almost over? Don't sweat it! There are still plenty of sunny days left! Eye Spy is celebrating these last days of summer with a Sunglass Sale! That's right, we've putting almost all of our sunglass stock on sale! We've also ordered frames from three of our favorite designers, just for the month of August! Come on in any time before August 31 and get yourself a snazzy new pair of sun specs for 10, 20, 50% off!!!


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Fashion, full circle!!!

We recently read this article about round sunglasses. At Eye Spy, we've long been in love with round sunglasses. From Anne et Valentin to Lafont, our lines have been the pacemaker to the heartbeat of eyewear fashion. That's right. We are one step ahead of the eyewear trends, ready with the product so when you say to yourself, "I think I want some round sunglasses" you can just pop on by Eye Spy and you'll be sure to know that we've got you covered. Round sunglasses?

Done.

Round metal frames?

Done.

Round plastic frames?

Done.

Round *and* Rimless *and* blue frames on a fuchsia background with a touch of late afternoon sunlight??

Done and done and done.


It's because we love you, baby.

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CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK!

This week, our CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK is Christine Marino!

Christine came in to the store looking for fun sunglasses to wear about town, we knew right away that she would look incredible in this Anne et Valentin sunglass. These Anne et Valetine sunglasses add a touch whimsey perfect for Christine's look!



Congratulations, Christine Marino! Your new Anne et Valentin sunglasses look awesome!

Who's the big winner? You are!!!

Congrats to our Eye Spy/Time Out Chicago contest winner, FRED LOCHER!

Fred won a free pair of eyeglasses care of Eye Spy Optical! It was a lot of fun choosing a frame for Fred, he was digging the classic look of the Anne et Valentin sunglasses, which are vintage inspired, but have a definite modern quality to their use of angles and color.

Fred settled on a blue Anne et Valentin sunglass frame:


What a lucky guy!


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CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK!

Our CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK this week is SHELDON BRODER!

Sheldon came to us looking for a round tortoise frame a la William Gibson:

I'm William Gibson, I wrote Neuromancer.

We liked the inspiration of a round frame for Sheldon, but we knew he could pull off something a little bolder. He looks *great* in this frame from the Anne et Valentin Factory series.

makin' Gibson jealous

Not only is this a great look, but the frame itself is nice and strong with reinforced hinges. The design of the frame is really special, with edges hand cut to give the sides multiple angles.

Great choice, Sheldon, and congratulations on being our CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK!





......don't forget!.......

Stop by Saturday, June 13th for our Sunglass Trunk Show featuring the frames of Persol, Maui Jim, and IC!Berlin! We'll have a party going from 11-5! Get your Dad a snazzy new pair of UV Blockin' specs for Father's day!!!




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