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: EVENTS!, Julbo, Kaenon, Maui Jim, Mylon By Mykita, Oliver Goldsmith, Persol, Spectacular Sunglasses, Super, Thierry Lasry
Did you some how make it through most of the summer with out sunglasses? Not quite sure how that happened… don’t worry, we do have a solution. Come on by and grab a pair of lovely new sunglasses at our annual August Sunglass (& more) Sale! Get a great deal, look fabulous and protect your eyes and skin from damaging UV rays.
Our Sunglass (& more) Sale runs the entire month of August. From beginning to end, take advantage of discounts from 10-40% off the retail prices of almost every pair of sunglasses in the store. Yowza! Stop by sooner rather than later to take your pick of hot sunwear before your favorite pair is gone. And because we are feeling a little crazy this year, we are also putting a few of our eyeglasses lines on sale for 10-50% off!
The simply spectacular sunglasses lines that we carry are: Mykita, Mylon, Anne et Valentin, Francis Klein, Lafont, Persol, Kaenon, SUPER, Oliver Goldsmith, Thierry Lasry and Maui Jim. Beside our current spectacular stock of sunglasses, we are also receiving select frames just for the sale that are 40% off…so take advantage of this once-a-year event!
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Filed under: Kala, NEWS!, Super
Well, as you can guess, we have been getting many requests for handmade eyewear that is a little bit easier on the pocketbook. It is a little challenging for us to find handmade, unique lines that we think are worthy enough for our customers, but won’t break the bank. Luckily, this past spring, we picked up two new lines of eyewear that met our criteria!
Kala eyewear is a line made here in the USA, in California to be exact. The frames are classic and very wearable…in tortoises, reds and green…with a few fades thrown in for fun! Super is a sunglass line made in Italy that is known for their bold plastic sunglasses. Some styles are reminiscent of Wayfarers, BUT they are handmade and you can feel that the quality is ten times better than Ray-Bans. Sorry Luxottica. Oh, and did we mention that Supers cost the same as aforementioned brand, but are so much cooler?!
Chicago’s summer may be over, but we are still getting in hot new frames everyday! Come by and take a peek 
Filed under: NEWS!, Super
The sun is shining in Chicago! That means it’s time to get some new sunglasses to protect your pretty eyes and show off your signature style! Need some tips on what to wear? Check out
this article on Fashionista Chicago featuring our own Specs Therapist!
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Filed under: NEWS!, Persol, Super
We are SUPER excited for our new SUNGLASSES!
Hello, Sunshine!
And, it’s good to have an old friend back in the shop. Say Hello to
PERSOL!Hooray for sunshine! (Now, if we can only get the temp to go above 40.)
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