Filed under: Anne et Valentin, Anni Shades, Claire Goldsmith, EVENTS!, February 31st, Francis Klein, IC Berlin, Italee, Lafont, Mykita, Rapp, Swissflex, Theo, Unique Frame Lines, Wonderglasses
Haven’t had the time to make it into our sale yet? Wondering what’s on sale with out having to make a trip? Well… today is your lucky day! Check out the awesome possum sale frames below. Don’t doddle though, while they are here today…they may be gone tomorrow!
Francis Klein
Feb31st
Frames Galore!
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Filed under: Anne et Valentin, EVENTS!, February 31st, Francis Klein, Lafont, Mykita, Rapp, Unique Frame Lines, Wonderglasses
Welcome to the New Year! Bring it on 2013. What better way to start the year off, than with scoring some sweet deals on new frames. Come in and check out our sale ALL MONTH LONG! Prices start at $99! Frames will be anywhere from 25%-75% off, so come get while the gettin’s good.
Sale lines include: Anne et Valentin, Lafont, Francis Klein, Theo, Rapp, 2.5 and Mykita. Best of all, we will have Mykita, Selima, Feb31st and Wonderglasses frames that will be 50% off! Bam!
See you soon!
Continue Reading >Filed under: CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK!, Rapp, Unique Frame Lines
Lin is our Customer of the Week! And as you can tell from her photo, she is just a little excited about her sweet new Rapp frames! Lin has been getting awesome specs with us since 2004. She was super lucky to pop in the day we got our new collection of Rapp frames delivered! Getting first pick, she nabbed “Ray” in aqua & brown gradient.
We are one of the lucky shops to carry Rapp, since there are only a few places in the world that are hand-picked to carry Rapp. Each frame is hand-crafted in Canada and produced on a limited run. Once it’s sold, it’s gone. The odds of running into someone with the same frame is pretty much zero!
When not searching for sweet frames, Lin can be found pursuing her passion in photography. She was the Queen of Specs’ wedding photographer…and snapped this family portrait four years later with 2 year old Zara:-) There is a new addition to the family…so it is time to call Lin!!
Currently, Lin spends her time photographing children and animals, instead of weddings. If you are interested in seeking out her photography skills for your precious loved ones, contact her at LinEagel(at)earthlink.net .
Thanks for being our Costumer of the week, Lin! You look awesome!
Continue Reading >Filed under: Anne et Valentin, Caroline Abram, Etnia Barcelona, Francis Klein, Lafont, Mykita, NEWS!, Oliver Goldsmith, Rapp, Spectacular Sunglasses, Super, Theo, Thierry Lasry, Unique Frame Lines
We are absolutely crazy about color at Eye Spy. That’s why we are in love with cellulose-based acetate frames!!! Cellulose-based acetate is the highest quality plastic for making glasses; it is strong, lightweight, and flexible. It is also natural , best for you skin, and the best material for intense bold color!
What is the difference between cellulose acetate frames and injection molded plastic frames?
Injection mold frames are made by injecting a more brittle petroleum based plastic that is liquefied, then injected into an aluminum or stainless steel mold. Colors are added through a spray application then coated and tumbled for shine. Injection mold frames are generally less expensive but considered to be lower quality and harmful to the environment:(
Unlike injection molded plastic frames, cellulose based acetate is made from natural elements. Wood pulp and cotton fibers are used to create this advanced material and it is one of the highest rated hypoallergenics in the world!!! It is also bio-degradable and from a renewable source.
This natural material arrives in sheet form and is subsequently hand-crafted using over 60 different processes. It is soft and malleable and feels nice on your skin. It takes on rich and complex color treatments and has widest range for transparency, rich colors, and finishes. More complex colorations are able to be produced by layering several colors or transparencies in layers and sandwiching them together. There are endless possibilities for these laminated acetates. Cellulose Acetate for eye wear is made by forming layers of plastic into large blocks then carefully slicing individual parts, hand polishing and finally assembling them into a frame.
Wow, that’s a lot of info, but it is important when you are in the market for new glasses! Look for the frames that will not only help you look your best…but are made with best quality plastic. May we suggest you check out some new Anne et Valentin, Theo, or Rapp frames:)
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Filed under: Anne et Valentin, Claire Goldsmith, FASHION!, Francis Klein, Lafont, Rapp, Theo, Unique Frame Lines
Wow, the Queen of Specs has a vast collection of glasses! Organized from oldest to newest, its easy to see how the trends in eyewear has changed. We love how much bigger glasses are now…so much more room to see with. Also, the rounder retro shapes that have been coming out are fabulous.
That’s not all…there are a ton more frames below. There is a reason she is the Queen of Specs!
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Filed under: CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK!, Rapp, Unique Frame Lines
Our Customer of the Week is Corey!
Corey scored these awesome one-of-a-kind handmade frames at our annual January Sale! We love his geek chic look in his new Rapp frames. The deep red shade is a neutral tone and perfect for everyday glasses. Rapp frames are like art pieces with details such as matte finishes, unique shapes, and limited productions.
Congrats, Corey, you are our Customer of the Week!!!
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Filed under: Anne et Valentin, Claire Goldsmith, EVENTS!, Francis Klein, IC Berlin, Kala, Lafont, Mykita, Rapp, Theo
We have over 150 pairs of specs on sale!
Some of the discounts are as follows:
50% off select Anne et Valentin, Lafont, Mykita
50% off all ic! berlin, select Theo
25% off select Theo, Mykita, Francis Klein, Kala, Rapp, Claire Goldsmith
$75 vintage frames, and a few others that haven’t sold yet;-)
We only have a sale once a year…so you better get into Eye Spy before it is too late!
The sale lasts all-month…but the good stuff goes fast! See you soon!!
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24 years ago, Mel Rapp opened up a tiny dispensary at the back of his mother’s hat shop. A crazy idea at the time, it has grown into one of the most unique and avant-garde optical shops in the world.
Rapp, a company out of Toronto, combines old-fashioned work ethics with modern technology. Most of the frames are a combination of titanium and Italian acetate. Only 30 sets consisting of 32 pieces are sold of each collection worldwide, so when you buy a Rapp frame…you can truly be an individual.
Aren’t they breathtaking?!
Stay tuned for a posting about the Mykita trunk show on Saturday, November 12th. Mykita frames are known for their flexible, lightweight design and patented screwless hinge concept.
If there was a spokesman for Rapp, Brad would be it. He seems to be able to rock any Rapp frame including this model “Tom”. We love the modern take on a vintage shape.
The glasses outline the shape of his eyes, they follow his brow line and accent his retro shirt. The honey color is great with his complexion and fair hair.
Hmmm, I wonder what he’ll wear next?! Find out in person by getting an exam next Wednesday…
Filed under: CUSTOMER OF THE WEEK!, Rapp
Michael is sooooo excited about his new one-of-a-kind Rapp frames. It was love at first sight mixed with fate, since the model’s name is Michael as well! Rapp, a company out of Toronto, makes unique frames in a world of mass-production. Twice a year, Rapp runs about 20-30 kits, and once sold…the designs are never repeated or re-manufactured. Rapp is known for their modern, yet functional glasses.
Rock on, Michael, you are our Customer of the Week!!!
