Unique Frames

Unique Frames

When we opened in 1998, our philosophy was to feature independent handmade lines that create high-quality frames in unique shapes and fun colors. Nothing has changed over the years, except the styles and colors. Our limited-production frames are handmade in Europe, Japan, & North America...with new styles released twice a year.

All of our frames are designed by small, independent eyewear companies, most family-owned. The designers have worked in optical shops for years, and know how to create wearable, fabulous eyewear out of beautiful, high-quality materials. As a result, the styles are timeless, different, and unique…as well as durable and comfortable. How nice.

Four eyes are better than two.

Simply Spectacular Eyewear lines

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  • Realcycle by Wissing

    Realcycle is a new concept by Wissing, a German frame designer and manufacturer. With realcycle®, Wissing set an example for more sustainability. The acetate that is leftover from frame production, is reworked into new sheets of acetate for frame production. The result: unique, one-of-a-kind spectacle frames made from 100% recycled acetate – thus closing the circle. With these fabulous frames, sustainability and design go hand-in-hand!

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  • Henau Eyewear

    Henau Eyewear is an independent eyewear company based in Belgium. The designer, Marc Delagrange creates contemporary eyewear that "fits every nose." The frames are crafted with a certain uniqueness, for people who love shapes and structure. We chose this line because of the unique, but wearable colors and modern, bold shapes.

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  • Vuarnet

    Vuarnet has been designing the best sunglasses lenses since 1957. Manufactured in Vuarnet's factory in France, the Vuarnet lenses are exclusively mineral glass as opposed to plastic. All of their lenses are discretely engraved with V SUR SKI. Vuarnet lenses guarantee the best clarity, protection, and durability.

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  • Sabine Be

    Sabine Be is designed, as you may guess, by Sabine! Sabine was born in Orléans, France and grew up in an optical environment: her father managed an optical lab & her mother had her own optical shop. She took her strong passion for fashion & design and created Sabine Be. Sabine’s collection is unique and distinctive with elegant frames that truly represent her own personality. The quality in the detail is of the utmost importance to Sabine...and us.

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  • Francis Klein sunwear

    Francis Klein frames are designed and sold by the Klein family in Paris. Handmade in France, with feminine cat-eye shapes that are 50’s inspired. They are all made to order and are available wide-range of custom colors that are hand-embellished with Swarovski crystals. These frames are loved by anyone who wants sparkle!

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  • Cazal

    Cazal defined the typical hip-hop look of the 80s like no other brand. Cari Zalloni was a visionary who revolutionized eyewear design and created trends that were way ahead of their time, second to none. He crafted an extraordinary style that has cast a spell over his fans to this day. The creative genius of Cari Zalloni carries on, even after his sudden death in 2012. Inspired by him, his design team will continue to create a collection that sets standards and immortalizes his spirit.

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  • Theo by Tim Van Steenbergen

    theo by Tim Van Steenbergen is a unique line of sunglasses. Tim Van Steenbergen and his grandfather, architect René Van Steenbergen, were very close. Tim took this artistic legacy as inspiration for a new collection of sunglasses. 

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  • Anne et Valentin sunglasses

    This small company based out of Toulouse, France made their mark back in 1994 when they began design and production of bi-colored acetate frames. Anne et Valentin continues to introduce unique shapes and colors for their shops in France and for specialty boutiques around the world. We are the only retailer in the U.S. to carry every style in their fabulous collection.

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  • Rigards

    With a name adapted from the French word “regard” (look, glance), RIGARDS rediscovered the hidden treasures of horn frames, copper frames...and now titanium. The emphasis is on handmade craftsmanship applied to simple products using honest materials. Every pair of frames is handcrafted using time-honored methods of production & hand-finished with signature surface treatments, combining virtues of the past with modern sensibility.

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  • Anne et Valentin

    Anne et Valentin is a small company based out of Toulouse, France. They made their mark back in 1994 when they began design and production of bi-colored acetate frames. They continue to introduce unique shapes and colors for their shops in France and for specialty boutiques around the world. We carry their kids' collection as well.

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  • Theo

    In 1989, Theo introduced its ground-breaking collection in Belgium to offer their clients glasses that were definitely not mainstream. Now, Theos appeal to a wider audience, but they still have a soft spot for the individualist. The Eyewitness collection is an asymmetrical line within Theo that was introduced in 1995 for these individualists.

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  • Francis Klein

    Francis Klein frames are designed and distributed by the Klein family in Paris. They are handmade in France, with feminine cat-eye shapes that are 50’s inspired. They are all made-to-order and are hand-embellished with Swarovski crystals. These frames are loved by anyone who wants sparkle!

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  • Rapp

    Rapp designs and manufactures limited collections of hand-finished eyeglasses which are sold to a small number of hand-picked optical shops throughout the world, as well as in their own store. The frames are designed and produced in Canada in limited quantities. Each frame is made-to-order...and as a result, takes up to 6 months to arrive at our doorstep!

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  • Folc Eyewear

    Folc eyewear based in Barcelona, creates contemporary eyewear collections with a distinct style and personality. Marta Llinarès, product designer & founder, conceives each spectacle as a sculpture, working smoothly with volumes, creating visual games of light & shades. Their styles are a combination of classic shapes updated to contemporary silhouettes through the thick lines and chunkier profiles.

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  • Mykita Kids

    Since 2003, Mykita has been designing and handcrafting its stainless steel frames in-house in Berlin. The frames are avant-garde, perfectly crafted, individual and unmistakable due to their patented screw-less hinge concept and clean designs. Their stainless steel frames and sunglasses are cut from a single sheet of material, making the frames extremely durable and ultra-light.

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  • Masahiro Maruyama

    Masahiro Maruyama frames are handmade in Japan. Masahiro designs frames like you have never seen before. He takes his drawings and brings them to life. Each series is asymmetrical and tells a different story.

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  • Nina Mur

    Nina Mur is: CUSTOMIZED WOODEN GLASSES FRAMES. MADE EXCLUSIVELY FOR YOU. Nina Mur designs and produces ethical eyeglasses from scratch in their Madrid workshop. One by one. A fusion of quality craftsmanship and technology. Using only the finest European parts to bring you the most refined, natural wooden glasses frames.

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  • Piero Massaro

    Piero Massaro's collections tell us of his passion for the craftsmanship, creating and spreading the love for handmade things, according to the rules of the past. His search for singularity and his care of the "unique" are among the reasons why the realization of his eyeglasses is carried out by micro-specialized laboratories. Each of his eyeglasses is built like a tailored suit... and the production is limited and numbered.

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  • VADA

    VADA has been designing and handcrafting jewelry since 2013 in Austin, Texas. VADA Eyes launched in 2020 & represents the most forward-leaning elements in the VADA universe. Named for the founder & creative director’s maternal grandmother, VADA the brand is steeped in history, vision & personal style. The frames are avant-garde, perfectly crafted, individual and unmistakable. These limited edition frames are each numbered and cut from vintage acetate.

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  • Superkids by Anne et Valentin

    Anne et Valentin is based out of Toulouse, France. They made their mark back in 1994 when they began design and production of bi-colored acetate frames. This was one of the first lines that we picked up for our shop. SUPERKIDS frames are designed for youngsters. They have personality, and come in acetate for the little ones, and they’re flexible, because kids will be kids. They are, as always, Made in France and, above all, Made with Lots of Love!

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  • Julbo sunwear

    For 120 years, Julbo has been at the forefront of optical and action sports equipment for the mainstream athlete. Recently, Julbo developed a line of affordable, durable, 100-percent UV protective sunglasses for children too! Julbo applies the same technology and innovation to its children’s line that it uses to make eyewear for mountain climbers and sailors.

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  • Gamine

    Gamine is prêt-à-couture round eyewear designed in New York. Each pair is based on a circle, but elevated by different details. They can be worn as opticals or suns, are very lightweight and made without any screws holding them together!

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  • Thierry Lasry

    Launched in late 2006, Thierry Lasry is based on the concept of futuristic vintage. Thierry gets his inspirations from vintage designs and materials but incorporates an updated modern and avant-garde touch. Entirely handmade in France with the best craftsmanship techniques and traditional know-how, creativity and quality serve as the trademark of the brand.

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  • Randolph Engineering

    Randolph Engineering was founded in 1972 by two Polish immigrants, Jan & Stanley, in Randolph, MA. In the late 1970’s Randolph Engineering started manufacturing Mil-Spec Aviator sunglasses for the US Air Force & won the government bid to become the prime contractor in 1982. Today, Randolph remains an iconic brand with genuine, well-made products and a strong American heritage. Tried & true manufacturing methods are maintained using the machinery and tooling created by the founders.

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  • PlasticDelux

    With the PlasticDelux frame collection, the designer wanted to head off the beaten track, to rethink the laborious and complex manufacturing process. Imagined by Xavier Derome and made in France, the PlasticDelux range has freed itself from traditional conventions and production methods.

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