Frame of Mind

Super Clean!

2011-11-15T14:43:00.002-06:00

Unless your fine eye wear is made of wood, leather, or horn, it loves to have regular showers! Rinse your eye wear in tepid or lukewarm water (never hot) a small fraction of a drop of dish soap goes a long way- and avoid any dish soaps that have hand moisturizers in them. To be on the safe side with soap- just use eyeglass cleaner that is safe for use with anti-reflective coating. Both sides of your lenses should get a full shower with cleaner too. Then use a 100% cotton flat cloth that is clean and free of fabric softener residue to wipe surfaces dry. If there is quite a bit of dust, makeup, or whatnot on your frame or lenses (whatnot is quite common) then repeat this process until most streaks have vanished. To remove the last small streaks a microfiber lens cleaning cloth is perfect. After a few uses your cleaning sloth should be laundered. If you'd like a "super cleaning" stop in and we'll give your glasses special treatment!

White after Labor day

2011-09-14T10:54:00.005-05:00

We're going to call it Winter White, and it's not only perfectly acceptable it's high fashion!

Introducing Seraphin Eyewear

2011-07-27T14:56:00.003-05:00

Introducing Seraphin, beautiful vintage inspired frames. The styles are timeless, and there are favorites for men and women. In particular I (of course) love the classic cat eyes with crystal accents. The well known Wayfarer-esque shapes come in smaller sizes and softened angles to make them even more wearable for today.
Seraphin sunglasses all come ready with a polarized anti-reflective lens, so they are top quality and ready to wear right out of the store. And the best feature of this line is the affordable price. We've just filled the shelves, come in and take a trip back in time!

Tom Davies production video- watch the making of a frame

2011-07-20T09:53:00.002-05:00

LA Eyeworks Sassy Cat eye!

2011-06-22T10:07:00.002-05:00

Ms. Sarandon looks gorgeous in this LA Eyeworks frame. The updated versions of it grace our shelves right now. I am loving wearing my M. Cornu, and Echo Park. If you also admire this timeless shape come in and try on the Quinn- Its the current cat of choice!

Eyephorics 2.5 by Italee

2011-06-10T13:04:00.002-05:00

Flexible, lightweight, durable and ageless.
This collection is incredibly versitile, and great for the active person- or the person who is just not that careful with their eyewear!
We will feature sample cases full of them at our TRUNK SHOW Sat. June 18, 2011.
Stop in to browse every color, many different widths, and brand new lens shapes!

Barton Perreira Trunk Show!

2011-05-11T10:05:00.002-05:00

Just restocked the shelves with beautiful Barton Perreira frames. Perfect styles for men and women abound. Beginning the countdown for our upcoming trunk show on Saturday May 21, 2011!

Lookin good

2011-04-20T11:28:00.002-05:00

Lookin good in the Five Star by Barton Perreira. I love a celeb in an aviator, but you don't need to be a celeb to rock this look!

Fiction frame on "Modern family"

2011-04-12T14:16:00.002-05:00

Love the Dub! Nice appearance of this frame in "modern family".
We've just restocked and have many many Fiction and L.A. Eyeworks frames in house. Some of the new colors have very intuiging patterns. Stop by and get an eye full!

Barton Perreira Frames and Sunglasses

2011-03-30T11:03:00.002-05:00

Great press for Barton Perreira, and we love this collection!

New and Delightful Frames

2011-03-04T13:24:00.002-06:00

Cathead, Cattooth, Imperioli, Blackbird...(singin in the dead of night). l. a. eyeworks is rockin'! The new metal + plastic combos are outstanding and unlike any other frames, check out Rebar and Imperioli. I cannot wait for the sassy cat eye version which features brilliant cartoon colors with perforated flat metal overlay..woooo

New from Mykita Berlin

2011-02-24T14:05:00.004-06:00

Very excited about the new Mykita sunglasses! In particular the designs by Alexandre Herchcovitch...fabulous!!! This model got lots of fashion press, and I'm looking forward to watching our daring clients try this on!

Barton Perreira as worn by Celebrities

2011-02-22T16:33:00.002-06:00

The "Champagne" frame shown on Jennifer Garner has many incarnations and is a wildly popular iconic look. the look on Kate Beckinsale is ultra glam, and we have many versions of this beautifully enameled detailed sunglass. Gorgeous sunglasses!

New Mykita Frames and Sunglasses

2011-02-15T14:59:00.002-06:00

Warm welcome to our shelves going out to Bruce ( we always love ya Bruce), Douglas, Craig, and Luke! We are sure you will find our shelves comfortable for a brief time until someone wonderful takes you home.

Triple Trunk Show!

2011-01-31T09:51:00.001-06:00

Alain Mikli, Starck Eyes, and L.A. Eyeworks trunk show Saturday Feb. 5th 2011
So much eyewear I am at a loss for words!
This will be a phenomenal event!

Blinde Eyewear

2011-01-25T16:44:00.001-06:00

We just stocked the shelves with lots of new Blinde eyewear. The sunglasses of course are wonderful, but also check out this blue and brown marbled tortoise color.

Rainbow Stripe

2011-01-20T14:10:00.002-06:00

In all its glory- the Rainbow stripe Alain Mikli is BACK! BABY!!!
Our next Alain Mikli event is Saturday Feb 5th, with the added delight of L.A. Eyeworks as well!

New Year- New Insurance?

2011-01-05T09:57:00.002-06:00

Or how about a new look? New Attitude? I could go on...
If you have new vision benefits and want to explore frame and lens options please make sure that you know what your vision plan is called, it is probably not the same as your major medical insurance. Also be prepared with primary member info such as ID# etc.
Give us a call if you have any questions, we're happy to help.
Happy New Year!

Flexible Spending / Cafeteria Plan

2010-12-30T12:46:00.001-06:00

If you need to spend $ by the end of the year give us a call or stop in. Use it or lose it!
We can help.

Do you have a screw loose?

2010-12-20T09:54:00.002-06:00

Happy happy winter!
Cold temperatures and dramatic temp changes will tend to advance the loosening of screws.
Stop in to have us maintain the condition of your eyewear.

Chrome Hearts Trunk Show Saturday December 4th 2010

2010-11-18T15:36:00.004-06:00

Restocked on Chrome Hearts "Bait", "The Beast" and more!
Phew- that was a close one.
It is my firm belief that these sunglasses are the best fitting, most beautiful, flattering and fabulous in the world. Most of these styles come with Zeiss polarized sunglass lenses as well, so they really are the best of both worlds. So between the best in the world AND the best of both worlds- what more can I say?

Kaenon Polarized

2010-11-12T10:43:00.003-06:00

Kaenon
The best in sport sunglasses, check out the link above and stop by Art of Optiks for Rx and style consultation!

Starck Eyes is Back!

2010-10-22T13:53:00.003-05:00

Starck Eyes is back! The genius "shoulder" hinges are updated with even more durability than the last time we carried the collection. The frame styles are sleek, simple and very contemporary. The shapes and proportions are appealing and timeless, so they are already flying off the shelf.

More Chrome Hearts

2010-10-14T19:27:00.002-05:00

Home plate in more "flavors". Everyone must try this on. We are loving it!

New Alain Mikli

2010-10-01T09:45:00.002-05:00

The new fall releases from Alain Mikli eyewear include beautiful jewel tone tortoise colors that are sure to become new favorites. These must be seen to be fully appreciated!

Home Plate

2010-09-18T15:42:00.003-05:00

Recent arrival "Home Plate" from Chrome Hearts has us doing back flips for the joy of incredible eyewear! The feel of this frame is like none other. Particularly thrilling is the ebony with piano varnish - so beautiful!

I Heart L.A. Eyeworks

2010-08-07T10:17:00.004-05:00

The colorful and imaginative frames by L. A. Eyeworks are perfectly evocative of classics while remaining fresh and modern. These are the types of designs that prompt fun stories about your uncle Roger, or your cousin Suzy! Fun frame favorites with a twist!

Speaking of Bespoke and Tom Davies

2010-06-29T14:45:00.003-05:00

I just finished ordering a bespoke frame. It thrills me every time I do this, as it is truly custom eyewear, and it is so much fun to design frames! In this case I designed a frame changing the colors to more perfectly suit my client, but fit issues can be a thing of the past with Tom Davies Bespoke. We have created some really beautiful acetate and metal combinations like orange hinges with tortoise, and blue hinges with cream colored acetate...endless possibilities exist.
Here's a lovely shot of Angelina Jolie wearing sunglasses designed for her (film character) by Tom Davies.

2010-06-17T16:35:00.002-05:00

GROOOOOOVY!!!
I just found this on the Alain Mikli website...Give peace a chance man!

New Chrome Hearts Flerknee Collection

2010-06-03T17:39:00.002-05:00

New Chrome Hearts frame styles have been joyously and ceremoniously unpacked at Art of Optiks. The latest sterling silver design motif is called Flerknee. It is a very clean and streamlined look. These frames are more lightweight than some past styles, and some of the most comfortable ever. If you love plastic/ actetate frames please stop in and see the new arrivals.

Introducing Barton Perreira eyewear

2010-04-07T12:07:00.004-05:00

Art of Optiks is proud to introduce Barton Perreira eyewear. Barton Perreira features beautiful hand made sunglasses for men and women and elegant classic optical frame styles.

Spring color and new frames!

2010-03-24T15:56:00.003-05:00

I joke that each spring fashion magazines announce to the world that 'color is fresh!' but they do. Every. Year. It's radical, its even crazy but wear some color!!! COLOR is the hottest new thing!!! I am so happy that it is spring again and that color is the hottest new thing again. This seems especially true in eyewear right now, no holds barred color is out there and so much fun to try on and look at.

We are gearing up to welcome the cool chicks from LA Eyeworks to the shop Saturday March 27th from 10-4.

LA Eyeworks is all about unpredictable and sometimes delightfully insane colors and big bold shapes as well as classics and sentimental favorite staples in eyewear. I can't wait to dig in and start playing with frames!

2010-02-05T09:57:00.004-06:00

The most wonderful thing about Etnia Barcelona eyewear is the variety of colors and patterns. Does this frame come in turquoise? Yes! Orange? Yes! Red, Fuscia, Emerald green, Lime green, Pink, Blue, Violet, Lavendar, Yellow.........YES !!!!!!!!!!
We love the patterns- stripes, checkerboard, crisscrosses. These frames are so much fun to try on, and tend to strike a positive chord with those wanting something unique.
We look forward to the Event this Sat Feb. 6 9am-5pm.
Join Us!

Everyone's looking at your glasses

2009-12-01T13:30:00.000-06:00

Alain Mikli Trunk Show Saturday December 12th!

Drivewear Lenses

2009-11-30T15:54:00.000-06:00

Available at Art of Optiks

Chrome Hearts Blue Balls

2009-11-27T12:00:00.000-06:00

Exclusively available at Art of Optiks.

*Reminder* The Chrome Hearts Trunk Show is on Saturday December 5th!

Happy Thanksgiving!

2009-11-26T03:43:00.000-06:00

Wishing all of our customers a Happy Thanksgiving!
We will be closed on Thursday but will reopen on Friday morning at 9am.

New Alain Mikli

2009-11-24T15:40:00.000-06:00

Alain Mikli is known for his asymmetrical designs like this one. We just received new Alain Mikli and will be having a trunk show with over 250 frames on Saturday December 12th! Be sure to come in and take a look!

How do I take care of my glasses?

2009-11-23T15:32:00.002-06:00

We get so many questions about how to take care of your beautiful new eyewear that we added a new section to the Art of Optiks FAQ page! Take a look, you will learn more about eyewear care than you can ever imagine! And if you still have questions stop in to say hi and we will be happy to give you a one on one lesson!

Tag Heuer Sunglasses

2009-11-19T16:22:00.004-06:00

Available at Art of Optiks

Chrome Hearts - Pull Out

2009-11-18T15:05:00.000-06:00

A new Chrome Hearts frame named 'Pull Out' was featured this month in 20/20. The detail Chrome Hearts puts into their frames is unbelievable. This fleur de lys is made out of sterling silver. We will be getting our shipment of the latest Chrome Hearts frames just after Thanksgiving! Also we will be having a trunk show with their entire line on Saturday, December 5th!

Eyebobs!

2009-11-17T14:59:00.000-06:00

Find eyebobs at Art of Optiks.

Who to "see" when you are having eye problems

2009-11-13T16:44:00.004-06:00

Recently, I've had a number patients come in to see me after having gone to their primary care physician or to Urgent Care for various eye problems. They were not getting better from the treatments prescibed by these other docs and the patients were now seeking help from me. Unfortunately, their conditions had been completely misdiagnosed. And that's why they were not getting better in a timely manner. Some examples include:

(1) The urgent care doc who put one of my patients on a sulfa eye drop medication even though she knew the patient was allergic to sulfa. Not only does this fall under the category of 'know what's in the medication that you are prescribing', but most if not all eye doctors haven't Rx'ed a sulfa medication in well over a decade.

(2) A primary care physician who thought the patient had a scratched cornea, when in fact, the patient had a corneal ulcer (imagine a canker sore on the front of your eye!) Corneal ulcers are potentially a blinding condition and require a much more rigorous treatment course than do scratched corneas.

I could go on and on.

In many cases, the delay in proper treatment resulted in a bigger problem which ultimately required a longer and more dramatic treatment courses to resolve. Thankfully, in these and many other cases, I've been able to rectify the issue even when the initial diagnosis has been incorrect.

Moral of the story: When you have an eye problem, go 'see' your eye doctor. Afterall, they specialize in treating that which is ailing you!

Randy Jackson

2009-11-13T13:24:00.001-06:00

Randy Jackson is If You C Kay by Chrome Hearts. Find it at Art of Optiks.

New From Kaenon

2009-11-11T13:03:00.003-06:00

Here is the latest email we received from Kaenon. You can find Kaenon at Art of Optiks!

Trouble remembering to change your contacts?

2009-10-28T13:05:00.003-05:00

Like all of us there is always a million things to do and remember. It can be difficult to remember the last time you changed your contacts. Acuvue has solved this problem. If you wear any Acuvue brand contact you can sign up for their Acuminder program. Acuminder will send you an email, or a text reminding you when to change your contacts as well as when it's time to see Dr. Tim again for a new prescription. What a great way to take something off of your list to remember and helps keep your eyes healthy and comfortable!

Kate Hudson Wearing IKU IKU by Chrome Hearts

2009-10-17T11:23:00.001-05:00

Find this frame at Art of Optiks

Laurence Fishburne in Mykita

2009-09-25T15:40:00.002-05:00

Last night was the season premier of CSI and Laurence Fishburne was looking great in his Mykita
Available at Art of Optiks

A Real 'Eye Opener'

2009-09-24T13:29:00.002-05:00

Over 4 million Americans suffer from moderate to severe dry eyes. Are you one of them? Here are some of the symptoms you might experience:

Redness
Burning
Tearing
Sandy or gritty feeling
Fluctuating vision
Tired eyes
Sticky eyes
'Something in your eyes'

If you are experiencing any or all of these symptoms, you do not have to live with it. There is a way to make it better.

Call to schedule an appointment with Dr. Haupert, and we will see what we can do to help your eyes feel better!

952.404.2020

Sarah Jessica Parker

2009-09-08T16:35:00.002-05:00

Sarah Jessica Parker in Mykita.

The Great Minnesota Get Together!

2009-09-01T17:55:00.003-05:00

The only good thing about the end of summer is it means that the State Fair is here! There is something about the State Fair that makes you have to go every year even though it is exactly the same as the years past. Who am I kidding, you go to the fair to eat all of the greasy food you want without feeling guilty!

This year Margo and I had a mini work excursion to eat our way through the fair and eat we did! Margaret had 4 cheeses that she had to have by the end of the day:

1. Pretzel and Cheese Sauce

2. Caprese on a stick

3. Cheese Curds

4. Jalapeno Cheese on a Stick

Margaret got all of her cheese and we had a foot long hot dog, french fries and about a gallon of pop between all of us!

Of the many things that we did we found a Mona Lisa cutout that Margaret was perfect for! Do note the fly on her forehead, for some reason the flies just love her!

Here I am, with Margaret's sister Anne, enjoying our cheese curds and picklesickle.

Margaret and Anne enjoying their favorite thing of the entire fair, the bunnies!

Margaret at her second favorite stand of the fair, the Hi Bye Kitty stand. We found the perfect thing for her, Hi Bye Kitty Hair Sticks! You will definitely be seeing her sporting those around the office!

We met up with our new favorite employee, Jason. If you haven't met Jason yet stop in on Saturday and say hi! Jason you are finally official at Art of Optiks, you have made it on the Blog!

Chrome Hearts Spotted at Miss Universe 2009

2009-08-24T09:30:00.004-05:00

Last night I was watching Miss Universe 2009 and spotted rapper Flo' Rida wearing Chrome Hearts Moorehead in White Ebony Wood.

It appears that he is a big Chrome Hearts fan. At another performance he
was spotted wearing the Boink.

Stop in to check out both of these frames for yourself!
Pictures provided by music.aol.com

Musings on Alain Mikli Unique Acetate colors

2009-08-20T13:36:00.003-05:00

A few more words about the aforementioned Alain Mikli frames; The colors are phenomenal! Pearly stripes in crystal (Sensationally stylish for a woman with very white hair, or platinum blonde) , pearlized violet stripes in crystal (purple enthusiats unite!), brown checkerboard, teal and amber marble (very beautiful twist on a tortoise shell color). yum yum yum

Introducing Kaenon Sunglasses!

2009-08-19T14:51:00.001-05:00

Kaenon is the latest addition to Art of Optiks' extensive frame collections. Kaenon's focus is on their patented lightwieght distortion free polarized lenses providing the clearest vision in any weather, and for any outdoor activity. You may recognize pro athletes wearing Kaenon such as golfers John Daly and Morgan Pressel, sailor, Mike Horn, race car driver Danica Patrick and dozens more. We have already discovered that most of the sailing community has sworn by Kaenon sunglasses for years, although they are ideal for many other sports as well. The best part is that their patented lenses can be made with prescriptions (ask Margaret if your prescription would work). Stop in and try on, to see the difference for yourself !

New Alain Mikli Frames

2009-08-19T14:24:00.001-05:00

We just put a lovely selection of new Alain Mikli frames out.... For those devotees who are always awaiting the new stuff....YIPPEE!

Back To School!

2009-08-06T19:28:00.007-05:00

The school year is fast approaching. Parents: bring your kids in for a contact lens evaluation to help begin the year with new found confidence. We proudly fit the most up-to-date contacts to provide your kids with sharp vision, a gentle fit, and no hassle with glasses. I personally will work one-on-one with your child to assure they leave the office knowing how to insert, remove and clean his/her contacts. Can't wait to see you here. ~Melissa

Call today!

The puff goes poof...

2009-08-06T19:02:00.002-05:00

Another patient commented today about how great the eye exam experience is now without the "dreaded puff of air" test. As many of you know, Art of Optiks was the second eye clinic in the state of Minnesota to incorporate a new test that replaces the puff glaucoma eye pressure measurement. That new test along with the Optomap retinal imaging -- which essentially eliminates the need for routine dilation of pupils -- has taken the 20th century out of eye examinations. If you haven't experienced either or both of these new precedures, I would encourge you to make an appointment today. Hope to see you soon! Dr. Tim

Contact Lens Care

2009-07-28T10:44:00.002-05:00

At Art of Optiks we try to keep our contact lens patients in the best lens technology there is available. Also we try to teach our contact lens patients the proper care for their lenses to reduce the possibility of infection or damage to the eye that can be done by contact lenses if worn incorrectly. For those of you who need a refresher course on contact lens care here is a video from Cooper Vision. If you have any questions please contact Melissa at Art of Optiks.

July is UV protection month!

2009-07-22T15:11:00.002-05:00

Make sure you have sunglasses this summer to protect your eyes from disease (as well as premature wrinkles!) Stop in today for an updated look, or incase you have lost your's to the lake this summer! No one should go without a pair of sunglasses.

Spring is in the air!

2009-04-07T14:36:00.000-05:00

Spring is on its way (hopefully the temperatures will start realizing it), and it's the perfect time for some spring cleaning. This past week we did some major cleaning at Art of Optiks. There is nothing better then the feeling of getting things cleaned and organized, it's refreshing and makes everyone more efficient. With the busy summer season right around the corner it was perfect timing.

As a reminder to all of those doing some spring cleaning, don't throw away old glasses! We take previously worn glasses and donate them to The Lions Club which brings them to people in developing countries.

And the best place for an eye exam is? Art of Optiks!

2009-04-06T15:01:00.009-05:00

In the March 31st, 2009 edition of Lakeshore Weekly News Art of Optiks was voted

'The Best Place for an Eye Exam'

Thanks to all of you who voted for us. All of us strive to make your experience at Art of Optiks the best that it can be. For those who have not had the pleasure of an eye exam with Dr. Tim, call to schedule today to see first hand why we were voted #1!

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Facebook!

2009-02-06T16:52:00.002-06:00

Art of Optiks now has it's very own facebook page! Look us up and become a fan of our page and keep up to date with what's happening at Art of Optiks.

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Wayzata-MN/Art-of-Optiks/45826963122

Slipping and Sliding in a Winter Wonderland

2008-12-16T15:31:00.003-06:00

It's this time of year that makes you love Minnesota isn't it? Or am I mistaking it for a different season? The snow is pretty, but boy does it create a lot of work!

Yesterday we had a mini holiday miracle at Art of Optiks. We opened the store at 9am expecting to have to shovel all of the snow we received this past weekend, but to our surprise it was already done! It turns out Dr. Tim stopped by the store extra early and took care of the sidewalk so the ladies wouldn't have to stand out in the cold and get our pretty shoes all wet. Thanks Dr. Tim! You're the best!

Here is Margaret enjoying the negative temperatures while sweeping off the sidewalk. If only we could all be that cheery during the winter months!

Murphy's Law

2008-12-12T15:10:00.003-06:00

As we all know, if you drop a piece of buttered bread it will always land buttered side down (what a waste!). The Murphy's Law phenomenon works in its own special way in the optical world. For example, as I was adjusting someone's eyewear they asked

'Do you ever break glasses?'

I paused for a sufficiently dramatic time, and mentioned that no matter how I answered that Murphy will come and get me. The customer said,

'OH NO DON'T ANSWER, DON'T ANSWER!'

When I received our HUGE shipment of JF Rey frames a few weeks ago (wild colors, floral cutouts, polka dots, wild architectural details, etc) it seemed that everyone who walked through our doors wanted minimal and subtle eyewear.

I am truly looking forward to the Lindberg trunk show on Saturday December 13th, and contemplating the simplicity of Lindberg designs. Lindberg is what MOST people want: lightweight, lots of size options, minimal, looks that are either punchy in just the right subtle way to looks that are all business. How much do you want to be that on Saturday when I am all geared up for Lindberg everyone walking through the door wants the most brightly colored, wild patterned, insane, wacked-out, cookoo for cocao puffs eyewear we've got?

Caution: Power Tools

2008-12-04T18:18:00.005-06:00

This fall has been project time at Art of Optiks, I guess you can say 'fall cleaning'. We have been very productive (and sometimes frustrated) with all of the small projects that just seem to get pushed aside. But finally they are all done. As you can see from the photo of Stephanie, this is the beginning of our lighting replacement project (you wouldn't want to see the end photo).

We have new lighting, new tables, and new chairs (oh the joy of furniture assembly). Maybe we should start Art of Optiks construction, or maybe we should just stick to what we know best, fantastic eyewear!

It's the Holidays at Art of Optiks!

2008-12-04T17:48:00.004-06:00

It's December and that means the holiday season has officially started at Art of Optiks!

Stop in to see our famous untraditional peacock blue and lime green

decorations to get into the holiday spirit!

Every square inch is lit up and covered in glitter!

Art of Optiks won 'Best use of Materials' in the Wayzata Chamber

Holiday window decorating contest.

Gift Certificates

2008-12-02T16:04:00.004-06:00

An excellent gift for those addicted to good eyewear, Art of Optiks gift certificates!!!!

Gift certificates are available in any amount, and can be packed in eyeglass cases and gift wrapped, to keep the recipient guessing.

New Etnia!

2008-11-01T15:32:00.006-05:00

Lisboa

Dubai

Kamina

Durban

Inventory

2008-10-25T09:56:00.003-05:00

Last night was inventory day at Art of Optiks. Everyone at Art of Optiks hates inventory. We have come to a semi-truce with inventory by me A. buying dinner and B. supplying wine. Hopefully 'B' does not interfere with inventory counts.

On a lighter note, we did have many laughs trying on my children's halloween costumes (Miss America and Michael Jackson). In case anyone is wondering at this point, yes, we do work here on occasion but we do believe in fun in the workplace.

Everyone have a great weekend.

Cheers!

The Optical Maven

Margo's Pick 10.25.08

2008-10-25T09:26:00.007-05:00

Soup du Jour is my number one favorite Chrome Hearts frame, Rejected!!

This tasty delight is a little wrapped, and a little warped...to find out you must stop in and I will show you (I can't say it online)

Why am I so excited about this frame you ask? Because this frame is so hot it has been on back order all summer, someone will snap this up quickly! Now that's excitement!

More soon....

The Optical Princess

New Lindberg

2008-10-24T14:42:00.006-05:00

Today at Art of Optiks we received the new shipment of Lindberg from the fall eyewear show! Very Cool. Lindberg, a mostly rimless line, has really stepped out with this latest collection. The new acetate (plastic) temples are incredibly inventive. Nikki and I decided one of the colors reminds us of a cherry jolly rancher! Lindberg, not known for its bright and bold colors has taken a turn in this direction. We are seeing color combos like purple and green, white pearl and red, vibrant blue and green etc... But, so that our traditional Lindberg customers aren't feeling left out, there is plenty for you as well.

Any many thanks to Mr. S today who gave me many good ideas how to tackle my daughter's impending drivers license and driving issues. I don't know what I would do without our customers!

Peace Out

The Optical Maven

Chrome Hearts Fall Trunk Show Saturday November 22nd!

2008-10-18T14:57:00.004-05:00

Chrome Hearts will be previewing their 2008 fall collection on Saturday November 22nd.

Silmo d'Or 2007 Award

2008-08-27T12:47:00.003-05:00

Boz, by JF Rey, won the Silmo d'Or award for Style & Design in 2007 for the Kaprisse frame. The Silmo d'Or is a very prestigious award given to the best design of the year by fellow eyewear designers.

The Kaprisse is a metal, semi-rimless frame with laser cut floral design temples. The Kaprisse is now available at Art of Optiks in two colors, dusty rose pink and a deep lipstick red.

Beware of Dogs!

2008-07-24T15:06:00.006-05:00

Here is a great example of why you keep your frame away from small children and dogs.

This Blinde frame was chewed and eaten by a customers dog. Luckily, we were able to replace this frame and reuse her lenses. This is a great example of why we suggest everyone has multiple pairs...imagine you were heading on vacation for two weeks to a sunny destination and this happened to your sunglasses 12 hours before your flight left!

Dogs love your glasses because they have your scent on them. So keep them in your case, and away from your pooch! Don't let this happen to your favorite pair of glasses...

The 80's are Back!

2008-07-24T12:47:00.003-05:00

Check out the latest frame from Alain Mikli, if this doesn't remind you of the 80's I don't know what will!

New Gold & Wood Sunglasses

2008-07-24T12:33:00.005-05:00

We just got in new sunglasses from Gold & Wood. These frames have wood temples encrusted with Swarovski crystals and semi-precious stones.

Each frame is a different color, featuring a different pattern of stones.

This frame is also a great fit for people with smaller faces.

Stop in and check them out, they are limited edition and won't be around long!

Chrome Hearts Trunk Show June 2008

2008-07-23T14:04:00.006-05:00

June 28th we had our annual Chrome Hearts Trunk Show. We featured the preview fall collection of Chrome Hearts eye wear. We were also privileged to host the President of Optical Shop International, Cos Lykos.

Margaret 'the optical princess' posing with the Chrome Hearts leather dinosaur whom we nicknamed 'Barney'

Stephanie and Chrome Hearts Rep, Tim, relaxing before the crowd.

Cos, Stephanie and Tim

Chrome Hearts Teddy Bears, leather frame case and Baccarat Crystal vase.

Welcome!

2008-07-23T13:14:00.000-05:00

Welcome to Art of Optiks very first blog entry! We are very excited to start a blog which, hopefully, should be updated on a regular basis. Check back regularly, all of our fun staff will be posting about new product, store events, industry info and just the fun crazy things that happen on a regular basis at Art of Optiks! We love to hear from our customers so please leave your comments, reviews or your stories!