Filed under: Francis Klein
This week, the Optician Magician chose a classic frame with a modern twist, the Francis Klein Marcus!
She chose this frame because it makes a statement while being understated.
She also likes the way that it has two colors, but not in a gradient tint, as has become quite the fad lately, but that one layer of color us cut away to reveal the lighter tint below. The cut-out also creates a unique, geometric pattern at the bridge, which is noticeable when the frame is worn.
The cut out adds texture to the frame and adds a bit of sophistication to make the frame more distinguished.
This smaller, vintage look fits smaller faces and is quite affordable for a handmade high quality product.
The best part, says the Optician Magician, is this frame is not flat, “It’s multi-dimensional, just like you and your personality!”
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!
Filed under: Francis Klein
Hi Edna
We get calls from Francis Klein fans all over the US looking for this frameThis week, the Opticianista selected the Francis Klein Edna as her pick of the week.
The Opticianista loves that the Edna in black is bolder, while the tortoise version of the frame is 
more subtle, showing that Francis Klein frames can work on may different faces. This subtle cat-eye is very flattering and can be worn by women of any age.
She also likes all the intricate details and stone work that this frame has. In fact, she says it might be the most sparkly frame we have in the whole store!
Francis Klein frames are truly something special as these handmade frames can be worn as jewelry and add a little sparkle to any outfit.
We are giddy with anticipation for our trunk shows every Saturday in November which will feature all of the new frames from our favorite lines! Hundreds of new frames, in every style and color imaginable…we’re getting dizzy just thinking about it!
And if, during the month of November, you bring canned food for donation to Lakeview Pantry, we will take $25 off your complete Rx eyewear purchase.
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Filed under: Francis Klein, NEWS!
The Specs Therapist wrote a book!
Our very own Specs Therapist (ok, me) won the 4th annual Rose Metal Press Chapbook Contest!
The book is a small collection of very short stories (all under 1000) words.
Check out this article in Time Out! (And check out the AWESOME Francis Klein frames she’s–ok I’m–wearing in the picture!)
We have copies of the book at the store, stop on by, say hello, try on some glasses and maybe, if you’re lucky, you might leave with an autographed copy of one of these limited edition chapbooks AND a new pair of snazzy specs!
Go team Eye Spy!!!
We are giddy with anticipation for our trunk shows every Saturday in November which will feature all of the new frames from our favorite lines! Hundreds of new frames, in every style and color imaginable…we’re getting dizzy just thinking about it!
And if, during the month of November, you bring canned food for donation to Lakeview Pantry, we will take $25 off your complete Rx
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Filed under: CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK!, Francis Klein
This week, the Customer of the Week is LESLIE!
Leslie was tons of fun to help as she tried on and ultimately chose this awesome Francis Klein sunglass frame.
Many of you may know Francis Klein as the company that makes glasses with rhinestones and flowers and carving and painted details. But they also know how to tone it down just enough, when necessary.
We love Francis Klein frames and the many personalities they can compliment. We also love this frame and think Leslie is a genius for choosing this style!
Congratulations Leslie, you’re our Customer of the Week!
We are giddy with anticipation for our trunk shows every Saturday in November which will feature all of the new frames from our favorite lines! Hundreds of new frames, in every style and color imaginable…we’re getting dizzy just thinking about it!
And if, during the month of November, you bring canned food for donation to Lakeview Pantry, we will take $25 off your complete Rx purchase!
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Filed under: CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK!, Francis Klein
You know what’s great about funky glasses? They allow you to show the world a little bit of your personality without having to say a word. They’re a silent handshake “Hello.” No, they’re more like a hug.
When Grace came in to Eye Spy last week and saw this
Francis Klein frame with little bumble bees painted in the corners, she found her new look. We love this frame on Grace and we can’t imagine it on anyone else.
I know, Right?!
Congratulations, Grace! You’re our CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK!
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Filed under: CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK!, Francis Klein
This week our Customer of the Week is Philippe!!!
Philippe had known about Eye Spy for a while before he ever set foot in the store. In fact, as a concierge at the
Palmer House, he has often referred guests to our fine store, but never had the chance to stop by himself.
Until last week!
Philippe and our frames instantly fell in love with each other. The
Anne et Valentin’s looked strong! The
ic! berlins looked sleek! But it was the fun and class of this
Francis Klein frame (as well as a pretty bold and nifty
Theo frame) that finally won Philippe’s heart.
We think he looks awesome in his new frames and we’re super-psyched to have a new friend in Philippe!
It’s finally here! The August Sunglass Sale is in effect! For the entire month of August every single pair of sunglasses is on sale from 10%-30% off! Come on in and get that frame you’ve been dreaming of!!!
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Filed under: Anne et Valentin, Francis Klein, Lafont, Rapp, Thierry Lasry
Don’t forget that on Saturday, June 5 from 12 to 3pm, Eye Spy will be joining with Sam and Willy’s as well as many of our other neighbors to host the Pets @ Paulina pet adoption event! Visit the website www.petsatpaulina.com for more info!
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Filed under: CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK!, Francis Klein
Mary here has been a customer of Eye Spy for a real. long. time. She’s always finding the coolest, most interesting sunglasses and eyewear. We love her spirit and her energy whenever she’s in the store!
So, last year, when she told us she was moving to North Carolina, we cried. But she promised us she would visit, and she kept her promise!
Before she moved, Mary bought these *fantastic* Francis Klein frames. We mailed them to her in NC and weren’t able to see the final look. So when Mary stopped by the store, we HAD to take her picture because this Francis Klein frame looks Terrific!
Congratulations, Mary, you’re our CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK!
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Filed under: CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK!, Francis Klein
Once upon a time, in 2005, a girl named Erin sought new eyewear. She searched high and low the miles of Chicago blocks until she came upon Eye Spy Optical, like a beacon in the rain….
At Eye Spy, Erin met a young man named Sean. He had a mohawk and Erin knew she was in the right place. Sean guided Erin to a display of eyeglass frames in pastels, in bright colors of blue and yellow, frames covered in rhinestones! Hand painted flowers on the sides! If loving these
Francis Klein frames was wrong, Erin didn’t want to be right.
And so, on that day so many years ago, a girl named Erin found her eyeglass soulmate in a beautiful lilac frame with silver decoration from
Francis Klein. And they lived happily ever after……until……Erin lost the frame…..!!!
It’s not so easy to replace a missing piece of one’s heart. Still in mourning, Erin moved on to other, more sparkly, more colorful, fantastic and glorious Francis Klein frames!
But still, a piece of her eyewear life was missing. What’s a girl to do?
The obstacles were endless. The original frame was purchased five years ago, maybe the frame wasn’t in stock! Maybe the color of the frame wasn’t available! Oh dear!
Hush hush now, don’t cry. Here at Eye Spy, we’ll go that extra mile to reunite lost loves. We tracked down the original color and design. Contacted
Francis Klein all the way in France and made sure that we could replace, exactly, Erin’s lost frame, which she fondly refers to as her “My Little Pony” frame.
Now, Erin and her frame can live happily ever after.
And oh, by the way, she’s totally CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK!
Lafont in the house this weekend!
Our fabulous Lafont sales rep is lending us his entire collection of frames this weekend….so we will have the collection from Friday the 14th through Sunday the 16th. If you have been searching for the perfect retro frame, you are in luck! Stop in to see all the great frames in tons of shapes and colors!
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