In need of a new pair of specs or shades? Whether you’re looking for a pair of retro tortoise shell glasses or prescription sunglasses, the eyewear stores of Massachusetts will give you something to suit your taste. From Cambridge to Hyannis, here are the 9 best eyewear stores in the state.
241 Optical, Cambridge, MA
241 Optical is one of the very best. Choose from leading designers and the largest selection of eyewear made in Japan that you’ll find in all of New England. Choose from an enormous selection of titanium and beta-titanium frames. Most eyeglasses are made in-house in just one hour. Schedule a visit with the 241 Optical opticians or bring in a prescription from your own eye doctor.
Market Square Optical Shoppe, Newburyport, MA
Market Square Optical Shoppe has provided high quality eyeglasses frames to customers for more than 25 years. Their technicians are both savvy in areas of eye health and eyewear style. Selling a vast number of frames for men, women and children, there is something for everyone here.
Eyes Over Copley, Boston, MA
Check out the impressive array of designer frames at Eyes Over Copley. It’s easy to see that they’re known for outfitting trendy Boston professionals from their Copley Square office. You’ll also find fashionable frames without the designer price. You can look trendy without paying an exorbitant amount of money. Bring your eyewear prescription or book an appointment with the in-house optician.
Bayview Optometrics, Mashpee, MA
If designer frames including Gucci, BCBG Max Azria, Givenchy, Jaguar, Tiffany and Valentino—to name just a small sampling—are what you’re seeking in eyewear, then Bayview Optometrics is the place for you. The designer list is lengthy, as is the list of non-designer, but trend-setting nonetheless, brands of frames. Bring in your current prescription from any eye doctor and get fitted with frames you’ll love.
Bell Opticians, Worcester, MA
At Bell Opticians, consumers know they’re getting the best in both eyewear and service. The name is known for its trustworthiness in the region. Browse through the endless range of designer and affordable styles. The technicians will work with you to find the perfect ones to meet your needs. You may schedule an appointment with the in-house opticians or bring a prescription from your own instead.
Cape Opticians, Hyannis, MA
Cape Opticians has been locally owned and operated since 1973, and in that time, they’ve amassed a following for a couple of reasons. The first being the eye care people have received from the opticians on staff, and the second being the affordable eyewear selections they offer. Those who love to swap out eyewear when they change their outfits will enjoy buying two or three pairs for the price they’d pay for one at other eyewear boutiques. Bring in your prescription and have a look around. You’ll leave with eyewear that suits your style—or styles!
The Eye Place, Peabody, MA
At the Eye Place in Peabody, you’ll find exactly what you want, whether you seek classic, funky, business-style, designer or contemporary frames. They pride themselves on selling unique styles and boasting that no two in their eyewear boutique look alike. Opticians are on hand should you need an eye exam, but you may also bring in your prescription from another eye doctor and purchase your glasses here.
Vision Source, Worcester and Spencer, MA
Comfort and style must be considered when buying eyewear, and the technicians at Vision Source in Worcester have it down to a science. Beyond the necessary lenses, they know that not only must eyeglasses look good, they must feel good, too. Consumers who leave here with their eyewear leave with glasses they love to wear. And if they need to come back to have their frames adjusted, they know they’ll be met with professional courtesy.
See, Cambridge, MA
At See, consumers can pick out designer eyewear frames or choose from sales of last season’s trendiest options. The high-end options come at affordable prices at this boutique. An optician is on hand should you require an eye exam, but you’re welcome to bring in your prescription from elsewhere, too. Their Fall Trunk Show is going on now, and features some amazing deals on eyewear frames.
