LA Eyeworks

I was looking all over the place for this special lotus candle. I wanted to get one for my grandmas special birthday. I looked online and found out that this place sells it. I was so relived that when I called they still had it. So I bought two since I don’t really live close to that area and its always a pain to drive there.
My grandma absolutely loved her candle and many family members asked me where they could get one. Her face lit up when the lotus opened and started to sing. Let just say it was nice feeling like the cool granddaughter.

Awesome glasses and nice staff. Jonathan helped me out today. I bought frames from there other store on Melrose and became a fan.

my wife has purchased 2 pairs of highly individualistic glasses from LA Eyeworks in the last 12 months and was helped both times by Kelley… my wife loves the frames, the amazing selection and the exceptional service provided by everyone who works there (especially Kelly who is friendly, professional and very skilled at selecting frames to suit your face)
I decided to have prescription sun glasses and their selection of frames is better than any other store I have visited… yes they are a little more expensive than some but the store is bright, well stocked and manned by very helpful people… in my mind the benefits of personal and professional service outweigh the small extra cost… we will return for all future purchases

I love LA Eyeworks! Not only do they have an awesome collection of frames, but their staff is super knowledgeable, friendly and professional. I have severe astigmatism and needed bifocal progressives, and they were fantastic with their advice and recommendations. Attentive and excellent customer service! The whole staff rocks, especially Jonathan who has helped me every time. I have bought three pairs of glasses here and will not go anywhere else. Highly recommend!

Bought my glasses from here in 2012 and am still wearing them. They’re such great quality. So worth the price.

I LOVE this place and the people that work here, excellent quality frames and lenses and the staff is super friendly and helpful I cant say enough good things about LA eyeworks… im a huge fan

I have been buying glasses from LA Eyeworks for 7 years at their annual sale in October. I buy the frames and lenses and have them shipped to my home. The selection of frames is great, the people selling the glasses are friendly, and my lenses are ready in about a week this last time I went to the sale, I paid $ 800 plus for frames and glasses. I was charged $ 25 for UPS ground shipping, which I thought was steep considering it was not next day arrival When the glasses arrived, they came in a hard black cases, without any cleaning cloth. I called twice to leave a message asking why glasses would be sent without a cleaning cloth. One message was left 2 weeks ago, and the other last week. Although I was told a message was taken, No one has bothered to return my call, which to me, is poor customer service. This is not the same stellar service upon which this company has built its reputation. Needless to say, it is a big disappointment.

If I could give 0 stars I would. I bought these glasses in Sept 2013. Within 4 months the paint on them started chipping. Now take note all I do is where these glasses on my face all day and then let them sit on my nightstand when I am sleeping. I only clean them with a lens cloth on hand soap and water.
I had them replaced for the paint chipping, then 4 months after that replacement it started chipping agin and then the arm snapped in half, I did nothing but pick them up to put on my face. I had the frames replaced again.
Maybe 5 – 6 months after the second replacement the paint started chipping again (these are still new frames!) and I gave up. I told the store where I bought them that it started happening again but that I couldn’t be bothered to get them replaced because I need the glasses to see.
I have never in my life had a pair of glasses that did not at least last for 5 years, most of my glasses I still have and have repurposed for reading or driving glasses. These frames may look good but they are very POOR quality. Do not buy them! They were not at all worth the $ 300 I paid for just the frames.

I am a real fan of LA Eyeworks. The shop is very modern and the staff are all very friendly and they have a great sense of style which really helps when you are struggling to find a frame that suits you. You look at the selection of frames and the first impression is that these frames are a bit too loud and colourful yet with their help, you try on some frames that suit you which you would never have thought would, and you walk out knowing that your new glasses are going to make you look mega stylish and cool. I am really excited about my new purchase. The only thing is that the nicer frames are very expensive and with the cost of some decent lenses it makes it almost prohibitively expensive to buy what you really want. For this, they get four stars. However, I thought to myself that I will go and spend $ 100 or more on a shirt, which I might only wear 20 times are so, so why would I have any reservation about spending a decent amount of money — to also be stylish in my choice of glasses which I will wear every day for the next couple of years!

Unfortunately, this is my first Unilocal review and it’s not a good one. Walking in, I first noticed white plastic walls, techno music and a spaceship desk at the far end with a friendly chap peering over. He stood up — wearing colorful Willy Wonka frames — and welcomed me to his version of a Robert Palmer video, «glasses are on the left and sunglasses are on the right.» The décor was shiny and clean, but I was disappointed to find no Back to the Future hover boards propped against the wall. All frames are made in-​house, so you won’t find Barton Perreira or CVS reading glasses. I quickly scanned the shelves of poorly designed, colorful «trendwear» wishing I could instantly teleport to the next store without doing the walk of shame. I’ve been to several shops in the LA area and — aside from a little hole in Echo Park that sells 80s vintage prison glasses for $ 500 a pop while offering tobacco in a pipe — this was my least favorite. I give this joint two stars because they were friendly and made an effort to stick it to the man by producing their own junk.

very excited by the selection, but very dissapointed that it’s taken 3 days to fill non-​prescription anti-​reflective coating lenses. it was my understanding that i would receive them the same day if i brought them at the beginning of the week.

it’s for those who want others to stop. *stare*. and comment!
stopped by because L. is searching for a new pair of lenses
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a little bit of art + a little bit of utility = window shopping
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i haven’t seen such individualistic spectacles since france… and like the superbly awesome glasses there, you have to be prepared to pay up for these
a range of cat-​eye to professorishly circular that come in a variety from serrated to gradient in appearance
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the guy there was super nice & helpful w/​L.^^
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definitely out of my price range, but fun to window shop @ nonetheless!

I’ve had a pair of their glasses for 4 years. I wear them every day and I still get compliments on them. I called them about a month ago, and asked if I could purchase some screws for the frames. They didn’t have any in stock, but said they would be getting them in, would paint the tips black (to match my frames), and send them out to me at no charge. I kind of forgot about it, and then the other day, they arrived with a note of apology for the delay! Apologize for what? Following through and delivering more than I expected? Count me as a big fan.

Let me just start out by saying that it’s nearly impossible to find glasses to fit my face. I have a super narrow face and an almost non-​existent bridge and I refuse to wear anything with nose pieces because they always give me a headache. I also love the eccentric and wild. No boring black for me (unless it glows in the dark and has flashing lights — ha ha).
I knew not to get my hopes up too much with all the colorful and fun glasses at LA Eyeworks. I tried on several pairs that I loved yet they didn’t look good on me or fit my face.
Before I left, a man named Kevyn asked me if I needed any help and I told him all of my eyeglass woes and he listened intently. He started opening drawers and telling me that they don’t have everything out and that it’s always important to ask when I’m unable to find anything that works.
He returned with several pairs of glasses not on display and several of the pairs actually fit. I found three pairs that looked pretty good and one that I loved — all because Kevyn was kind enough to find out what I needed and patiently waited as I tried on the different pairs of glasses several times.
Kevyn was nice enough to write down the style and color of the glasses that I wanted (on a business card since I didn’t have my prescription with me). He told me that I could either have them make my glasses or I could just buy the frame and get them filled elsewhere.
I gave them 4 stars out of 5 because they don’t take insurance and it would be a huge hassle to turn in all the paperwork and cross my fingers to get reimbursed by insurance. Thankfully my eye doctor could order the frames and that’s what I ended up doing. My eye doctor was also able to get me a cheaper price on the frames by $ 40.
Bottom line — cool, funky selection of frames with friendly customer service.

A few weeks ago…
I was in the neighborhood and on the market for a new pair of shades. It was empty. I approached the woman behind the counter and asked if they carried Ray-​Ban. The reply, «You should try Sears, we only carry our own brand here.» I didn’t think that was necessary.
I quickly glanced from side to side as I turned and walked out and realized they only had crap anyway, walked out the door and I will NEVER return.
The one thing I splurge on is glasses. I love a new pair and usually put my prescription in as well. They will not be getting my business, ever.
Go to Hotel De Ville instead. A selection of cool, original glasses you really don’t see anywhere else. And the people who work there are super nice.

I haven’t bought myself glasses in a long time, but when it’s time soon I know where I’m going. Ally (who no longer works there) showed me several frames I thought I’d never wear in a thousand years but made me feel like a million bucks. These are people who know what they are doing and you can really trust them.
The staff is remarkable. I stopped by just to poke around for a little bit after maybe a whole year of absence, and Kevin still recalled my last name to look me up in the computer. REALLY?! Just coming by they offer to clean and adjust my glasses. I know they are pricey but I really feel like I’m getting my money’s worth from them.
Owner of the company (Gaye) is a delightful women with a snazzy sense of style. And the people who work in their offices (Brent) are amazing too. I used to work down the street from them and they make as good customers as they do customer service!
I really can’t wait to buy new frames after I get my next eye exam from them.

I haven’t been able to find anything I like here in almost 20 years? Am I picky? Maybe… but somehow I still manage to find at least one new pair of glasses every 2 years.
And the FAKE reviews are a joke.
«meticulously modern» or «superciliously overbearing» … you decide.

Unique. Fresh. High quality. Great service. This place feels like family for the optically impaired and stylish adventurist. My husband and I have bought all our frames from LA Eyeworks for the last 5 years. I love my sunglasses so much I will wear them until they fall to pieces.
All the staff are wonderful, although I’m particular to Kevin.

This place is the BEST eyewear store in Los Angeles. The high Quality and unique Design speak for themselves. The frames are on the little pricey side though ($ 250-​$ 350), but they are worth investment. l.a. Eyeworks has a huge sale once a year. They send out the SALE postcards to those who signed up for the mailing list. The outside and the interior of the store reminds me of a space shuttle or some kind of futuristic structure. Very friendly, courteous and knowledgeable staffs will help you to pick the right frame according to the shape and size of your skull~

This LA Eyeworks is the showroom for their own designs… no other brands are here, but you can go to the nearby Melrose store for that.
This store has a funky window display (this month is «oinkberry» — a tribute to the Year of the Pig and the Pinkberry phenomenon). I wandered in after walking past many times and discovered not only a fantastic range of frames, but the best staff. Not only do they help you with find frames to try on, they know all the restaurants nearby (and there are lots) if you are feeling peckish.
I have my eye on two frames. They aren’t cheap, but they’re quality! The frames I tried on are $ 275 – 330. With lenses we’re talking about $ 630 a pair… or –10% if you buy two pairs ;-) Hahahaa. No, I didn’t buy them, but I have the details in case I find a spare $ 1k.
If you see a trendy looking Chinese guy in the neighborhood wearing hip glasses… it could be me. A little poorer, but oh so cool! ;-)