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Best Places For Designer Frames In Detroit

The new season is upon us and with that comes a wave of fresh new looks for spring and summer. Apparel is just one fashion choice but eyeglasses are just as much of a fashion statement that expresses individual style. The Detroit areas provides a variety of high quality locations that offer designer frames with friendly staff and experience.
Heritage Optical
19010 Livernois Ave.
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 863-9581
www.heritageoptical.com

With three locations in Detroit, including Heritage East (2678 E. Jefferson) and Heritage Downtown (87 Monroe Street), Heritage Optical is one of Detroit's premier locations. Heritage uses state-of-the-art equipment for quality eye health. They also offer the latest brands for designer frames, as well as popular favorites like Burberry, DKNY, Coach, Oakley and Dolce & Gabbana. Heritage accepts most insurances and has flexible payment options.

Fashion Eyeglass
32756 Woodward Ave.
Royal Oak, MI 48073
(248) 549-3937
www.fashioneyeglass.net

Located in Royal Oak, Fashion Eyeglass creates one of a kind designer frames for its clients with the No. 1 rimless frame maker, Silhouette. Lenses are custom created for any size and fit while being made in their own in-house lab. A complete set can be pricy, though they offer specials, not to worry. Fashion Eyeglass also provides what they call VisionBASICS+. Those without insurance can receive a pair of glasses starting at $29 with over 30 classic styles. The eye care center also carried top names such as Vera Wang and Betsey Johnson and hundreds more designs for optical frames.

Optik Birmingham
245 W Maple Rd
Birmingham, MI 48009
(248) 646-6699
www.optikbirmingham.com

Owned by Dr. Joe Ales, Optik Birmingham is a unique location for designer eyewear. Focusing on "vintage," not only is Optik Birmingham an eye care center but a place for picking up accessories such as purses, bakelite items to compliment the never-worn selection of eyeglasses. Optik carries frame lines that aren't mass produced and though it was in 2005, Lucky magazine listed Optik in the top three boutiques to find eyewear in the United States.

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Optical World
15336 Grand River Ave.
Detroit, MI 48227
(313) 836-1666
www.opticalworlddetroit.com

Dr. Gottesman and Dr. Weishaus are private practice owners and specialize in anterior eye disease along with fashion and sports eyewear. Optical World takes care of a range of eye problems including injuries, allergies and dry eye. Optical World features the latest in fashion designer frames from the likes of Dior, FRED and Coach. Not only do they extend competitive pricing, but they also offer student discounts.

Metro Vision
39087 Garfield Rd.
Charter Twp of Clinton, MI 48038
(586) 286-7200
www.metrovisiondetroit.com

Dr. Leland studied at MSU and graduated from the Illinois College of Optometry. He is qualified to provide eye care with experience in medical treatment and surgical procedures. Featuring the latest in lens materials and options, Metro Vision is home to an extensive selection of designer frames for a high-fashion look, sporty or function. From Giorgio Armani to Harley Davidson Collection to Viva International, Metro Vision provides well over 100 different brands to suit any style.

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Chase has been writing through internet platforms for 9 years and specializes in music as well as creating it. He's a contributor for AXS and The Rowdy as well. He enjoys nature, politics, health and beauty while living and loving life.
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