“Occhiali prides itself on curating unique eyewear from skilled and original artisans from around the world who value their craft as much as we value ours. We champion our clients to express their personal style through the eyeglasses they wear. We simply love seeing our customers look and feel their best.” Irwin Eve, owner of Occhiali Fine Eyewear
ALL EYES ARE ON THESE 2022 OCCHIALI COLLECTION DEBUTS
FACTORS TO CONSIDER TO FIND YOUR PERFECT PAIR FACE SHAPE
LAPIMA > Handcrafted in Brazil by expert artisans > Bold designs, sharp shapes and bright colors blended with timeless aesthetics > Couture eyewear with perfect fits in a range of hues
LIFESTYLE/PERSONALITY Active pursuits, for the office, or in it for the fashion? SKIN TONE Warm, cool or neutral? PRESCRIPTION NEEDS For reading, driving at night or to protect from blue light? FIT/COMFORT Is the weight of the frames balanced on the nose bridge, is there pupil/lens alignment, do the arms fit around ears?
FRAMES & GOOD FORTUNE AT OCCHIALI There’s more to finding the perfect glasses than meets the eye. And fortunately for Santa Barbara shoppers, Occhiali Fine Eyewear has been setting the bar as an independent eyewear retailer since 1988, with an unwavering belief in quality craftsmanship and attention to detail. The elegant store interior pairs perfectly with a hand-picked brand portfolio, expert service and assistance from the fashionforward staff. A knowledgeable team of fully licensed opticians is always on-hand and ready to fill prescriptions and customize lenses. There are many reasons why Occhiali is a long-running locals' favorite. Co-owner Irwin Eve, along with his wife and partner Salli, attributes the business’s 30+ years of success to the fact that he and his team take the time to listen to clients' needs and then discuss the best options for lens designs, materials, and coatings to maximize their vision. Here, he provides a bit of insight and tips for finding the perfect fit - literally and figuratively - and a peek at his top new designer picks.
JEAN PHILIPPE JOLY > Long-time industry veteran Jean Philippe Joly started in the optical business in his native Paris in 1999 > Every new style is designed by Jean Philippe Joly in his Paris-based workshop > Hand-crafted in Italy from the finest Mazzucchelli cellulose acetate
AKONI > In Latin Akoni means timeless, priceless and worthy of admiration > Deceptively elegant with intricate and distinctive detailing > Inspired by luxury wristwatches, writing instruments, and other precious heirlooms with frames built to last a lifetime
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