Filed under: EVENTS!
It is hard to believe that we are celebrating 20 years of custom, colorful, handmade eyewear!
From the day that the Queen of Specs opened the shop doors in October of 1998; colorful, handmade, well-designed, bold eyewear was the driving force. Whether you live around the corner or you are one of our faithful customers who comes to our shop from across the country to see our selection of small, independently-designed and produced lines…thank you for supporting us!!
Join us for our 20/20 Anniversary Party from 3-7pm to celebrate with us behind the shop!! We will be unveiling our outdoor mural and having photos taken in front of this incredible new painting by Tracee Badway! Iris the Airstream will be joining us, along with Melissa from JoSnow serving cocktails, & DJ Sasha No Disco.
Continue Reading >
Filed under: EVENTS!
Our Francis Klein Paris representative will be here straight from their workshop in France to help you design your very own custom frame! You can personalize your shape, color and even choose which gorgeous Swarovski crystals and hand-painted designs will adorn your one-of-a-kind frame. This is a rare treat, as Francis Klein only visits us every few years, at the most!!
Wine & cheese will be provided to help with your decision-making, and we will, of course, guide you through the process:-)
All of their new shapes and colors will be introduced as well, so join us in seeing their new 2018 Fall collection!!
Continue Reading >
Filed under: Anne et Valentin, EVENTS!, Francis Klein, Kaenon, Mykita, Oliver Goldsmith, PlasticDelux, Rapp, Rigards, Spectacular Sunglasses, Super, Theo, Thierry Lasry
Come by Eye Spy Optical through the month of August for our MONTH-LONG sunglass sale!
Once a year, we round up all of our sunglasses, and go overboard on the discounts!
From the beginning to end of the month, take advantage of discounts from 10-75% off the retail prices of almost every pair of sunglasses in the store. All of our sunglasses can be purchased as-is…or we can make prescription lenses for any of our sunnies!!
We are also discounting *select lines of eyeglasses* for the month…up to 75% off!
So….stop by sooner rather than later to take your pick of hot sunwear before your favorite pair is gone!!
Continue Reading >
Filed under: EVENTS!, Spectacular Sunglasses, Thierry Lasry
The entire collection will be here for you to try-on & drool over!!
THIERRY LASRY sunglasses are based on the concept of « futuristic vintage » fusing vintage inspirations with an updated, modern and avant-gardist touch.
All the acetate frames are entirely hand-made in France with the best craftsmanship techniques and traditional know-how, the sunglasses only use acetate from the reputable Italian manufacturer Mazzucchelli. By working out the volume, the acetate front is made using a process more akin to sculpture than to regular cutting techniques. The acetates typically undergo a process of layering–meaning textures are created by combining sheets of different colors one against the other.
A galaxy of stars are amongst the brand’s most devoted fans, ranging from Madonna, Rihanna, Katy Perry, Kate Moss, Jennifer Lopez, Lady Gaga, Miley Cyrus to Jennifer Lawrence, Anne Hathaway, Reese Witherspoon, Jessica Alba etc …
Be there or be square!!
Continue Reading >
Filed under: Anne et Valentin, EVENTS!, FASHION!
It is one of the most exciting times of year…
time for the Anne et Valentin Spring Trunk Show!
Saturday, May 19th 11am – 5pm.
We already placed our order for crepes and finger-sandwiches…
which will go perfectly with the mimosas;-)
The new collection is full of lush colors and pretty patterns.
Patterns and geometric shapes are combined to create the limited edition Pictoral series.
The Symbolic collection features Japanese titanium shaped into delicate and artistic shapes. These wire shapes are aren’t your grandma’s glasses.
New designs and colors have been added to all of their collections…and we cannot wait to have you try them all on! Every color in every shape that is in the current collection will be here for you to drool over and model, so bring a friend!!
See these, and even more beautiful frames that have been added to the 2018 Spring collection on Saturday, May 19th from 11am – 5pm.
See for yourself why Anne et Valentin is one of our favorites!
Continue Reading >
Filed under: EVENTS!, Theo
Theo’s Spring Collection is Here!
Spring is in the air and what better way to celebrate than with a spiffed up new pair of specs from Theo’s new Spring collection!
Theo eyewear is always innovative and surprising and this year’s new releases especially are exceptional!
Theo’s newest collections play with layering and color in a way that only Theo can do!
Join us from 11-5 on April 7th for a chance to try on Theo’s latest and greatest in a rainbow of colors. Trust us, it will be hard to pick just one!
Continue Reading >
Filed under: EVENTS!
We have invited Milton & Margies Soy Wax Candles, Bird Trouble & Earth Cadets to join us from 12-5pm on Saturday, March 10th for a mini makers market. These talented artisans make all of their goods by hand…and you are invited to make something too! Busy Beaver Button Co. is providing the materials for us to make buttons for the upcoming March elections!
Milton & Margie’s Soy Wax Candles
Milton & Margie’s Soy Wax Candles creates 100% soy candles in reused containers like teacups and cocktail glasses. With scents are inspired by the Midwest like Camp Fire, Dusk and Great Lakes, it is hard to choose just one!
You may also recognize Milton & Margie’s from the Candles and Cocktails events we have been hosting once a month. If you are feeling crafty, sign up and you will learn how to pour and scent your own candle.
Bird Trouble
Bird Trouble is a line of stylish leather handbags and accessories for everyone with a bit of a wild side. Alexz designs her leather goods right here in Chicago and is inspired by travel, DIY culture, her family who immigrated to the USA from Mexico and Chicago’s punk and rock and roll music scenes. Fresh shapes, saturated colors and lots of fringe, what more could you want?
Earth Cadets
Meet Earth Cadets! A line of hand-printed home goods and accessories that are made in Chicago. Krissy, the owner, has a strong commitment to maintaining and respecting our environment – using organic and recycled materials. Her colorful and bold prints are kind to you and kind to the environment.
Busy Beaver Button Co
Owner Christen Carter started Busy Beaver Button Co out of her college apartment in 1995, making merch buttons for Guided By Voices. Twenty years later, Busy Beaver has evolved into a 25-person custom button mecca, creating over 85,000 designs and producing tens of millions of buttons for clients ranging from breweries to museums to people just like you.
Continue Reading >
Filed under: Anne et Valentin, Caroline Abram, EVENTS!, Francis Klein, NEWS!, Niloca, Piero Massaro, Rapp, RES/REI, Theo, Unique Frame Lines
Happy New Year! It is time to celebrate new beginnings and we can’t think of a better way to start 2018 than with a gorgeous new pair of glasses. Oh wait…yes we can…a new pair of glasses that you picked up for a steal of a deal! With discounts that start at 25% and go all the way up to 75% off, it will be hard to get just one pair!
This is a great time to refresh your look with new eyewear, pick up that bold 2nd pair you have been dreaming about or get those computer glasses you have been thinking about for ages.
Anne et Valetin, Theo, Niloca, and Francis Klein are just a few of the brands that will be on sale, so get here early to see everything!
The sale starts at 11am on Tuesday, Jan 2. See you there!
Continue Reading >
Filed under: EVENTS!
Have you ever wondered how to play the game of Dreidel? Kids around the world play this easy game throughout Chanukah….and we will teach you how to play too!!
We will also have candles from Milton and Margie’s for sale, and handmade jewelry by our very own Optical Oracle. In addition, all of our eye-related accessories will be on sale at 20% off!! This includes Eyebobs readers, eye masks, eyeglass cases, and more!
On Chanukah, kids typical enjoy jelly-filled doughnuts and chocolate coins, so we will have plenty of these treats on hand!! We will also have hot cider…spiked and non-spiked!
See you on Saturday, December 16th from 12-5pm!!
Continue Reading >
Filed under: Anne et Valentin, EVENTS!, Niloca, Theo, Unique Frame Lines
It’s Trunk Show month at Eye Spy! Every Saturday in November, we’ve got our favorite lines scheduled to make an appearance! Check out the line up below!
Saturday, November 4th: Article One Eyewear
Wes, the owner of Article One, is driving in from Flint, Michigan with his bags full of their newest 2108 collection that was just released last month. Hear the story behind how Wes started the company, what keeps him going, and the story behind each frame. Select your favorite shape & color combo and get yo’self a new pair of glasses & sunnies!
Saturday, November 11th: Double-Header! Kirk & Kirk and Niloca eyewear
Kirk & Kirk’s Spring 2018 collection is sweet like candy! It is full of new, translucent bold, but wearable colors and shapes in their Kaleidoscope series. We will also be showing their Vivarium series that has retro colors and shapes.
Niloca pushes eyewear boundaries. The Australian designer makes eyewear for unabashed, confident eyewear connoisseurs, who pave a path to the highest peak and shout from its summit, “HERE I AM WORLD, TAKE YOUR BEST SHOT!!” Niloca’s collections are always a breath of fresh air and we can’t wait to see the newest additions!
Saturday, November 18th: Anne et Valentin
Anne et Valentin’s Spring 2018 collection is full of pretty surprises. New men’s shapes, along with shapes for smaller faces were just introduced, along with their usual fantastic colors & fun shapes for men, women, and kids. Anne et Valentin is doing what they do best – unique designs that are easy-to-wear and comfortable- which is why they are always a favorite. 
Saturday, November 25th: Theo eyewear
Theo never disappoints, and this year is no exception! Bright colors and modern graphic shapes aplenty, the 2018 collection is full of fun and surprises! Their new bi-color series is a must-see for anyone who is looking for something a bit out-of-the-ordinary.
For a private showing on the Sunday following each show, call us at 773.477.2670, email us at [optician at eyespyoptical.com] for an appointment…or send us a message through Instagram!
Continue Reading >
