New From Poland

by | Oct 8, 2010 | eyes on fremont, funky cateyes, funky glasses, handcarved glasses, horn rims, paris show, plastic frames, polish frames, seattle eyewear, seattle frames, seattle glasses

We just got these frames in from the Paris Show. Really cool horn rims in some really cool colors…and some VERY cool cat eyes. Don’t know if the pictures really do the intricate colors justice but we love them none the less.

And if you are looking for something even more unique we also received a very limited number of 100% handcarved masterpieces. Each one takes about eight hours of personal attention from our friend in Poland, Mr. Boydyych. Truly ONE OF A KIND.

Custom Work: Matte Finishes

by | Sep 17, 2010 | custom work, eyes on fremont, eyewear, plastic frames, seattle

We do a lot of custom work around the shop and one of the things we love right now is a custom matte frame finish. Some designers will incorporate a matte finsih into their collection while others do not. That’s where we come in. If a design doesn’t have a matte finish, we can have the frame sandblasted and tumbled for you. As with all good things it does take time (on average it would add a week to you order) and it would add $40 to your frame cost, but the results can be amazing. The finish makes your frame unique (no one, not even the designer has it!) and it can soften a dark color to make it more wearable. Not all plastics can be matted so let us know if you have questions when you’re in the shop! We can even apply the finish to a frame you bring in off the street, at your own risk of course.

Customers Around the Shop: Charles from Blackbird

by | Aug 3, 2010 | blackbird ballard, customer frames, eyes on fremont, eyewear, plastic frames, seattle, vintage inspiration


Charles came into the shop looking for a frame that made a strong statement without overpowering his features. He was rocking a classic vintage look with his old glasses, so we kept the vintage inspiration, updated it a bit and added some subtle color. We think the new frames look fantastic! You can check them out in person @ Blackbird in Ballard where you will find Charles behind the counter and around the shop!