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Another way to save on something you need -- DollarShaveClub.com

noreply@blogger.com (Ira) — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 14:25:00 +0000

I've never written about a product other than glasses on the ol' Glassyeyes blog, but this is just such a great deal (and idea) on another unreasonably expensive item, that I couldn't resist.

If you haven't seen the viral video for DollarShaveClub.com, you really ought to do so now. You'll laugh and then think, yeah, why the hell are those blades so expensive, and then you'll do like I did and sign up -- unless you use an electric razor or are somehow naturally hairless.

Anyway, take it for what it's worth. I'm impressed.

Goggles4U Big Sale on "Home-Brand" Frames!

noreply@blogger.com (Ira) — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 06:02:00 +0000

They probably mean "house-brand", but regardless of the adjective, this is a really great deal.

This deal ends some time on Friday -- so hurry!

Click here for more.

EyeBuyDirect Buy One Get One Free Ends Monday

noreply@blogger.com (Ira) — Sun, 04 Mar 2012 14:24:00 +0000

Two weeks of their biggest sale ends tomorrow.

Click here to take a look.

EyeBuyDirect Buy One Get One Starts Today!

noreply@blogger.com (Ira) — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 13:44:00 +0000

It's been a few months since the last time EyeBuyDirect had a sale like this. They're good at them. They do an excellent job to ramp up the ability to deliver in a decent timeframe. That said, the earlier you order, the faster the turnaround.

Really impressed with the new frame styles they've added since the last time I worked my way through the site. I'll be making an order this week for sure.

Click here to order!

Ripped from the forums...

noreply@blogger.com (Ira) — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 14:23:00 +0000

I've been doing some work on catching up with the site over the holidays and I came across a bit of a rant in the forums from what I can only guess is an optician or the mom of an optician.

Here it is:

Free advice? Bad advice.

If you only wear glasses at night, if you only use glasses for a computer or you can buy your glasses from walgreens then by all means buy them online. But if it's a prescription, for the love of god, get it filled by someone who is knowledgeable about the trade. If you don't heed this advice also do us a favor and don't bother going to a local optician to have your frames fit or to trouble shoot your problems; you already had your hand in putting him out of business, don't also insult him by asking for his time and expertise for free.

My response to this tripe:

This is a bunch of crap.

I've always said that I'm willing to pay for my FULL PRESCRIPTION, but don't hold a very simple part of it hostage to keep me in your store so you can force overpriced frames and criminally overpriced lenses on me. You expect gratitude for that?

Want to know who has put the local optician out of business? Luxottica and yes, the local optician herself. The world has always been an adapt or die scenario -- for everyone. So rather than whine about how unfair something is, use your brain and try to figure out how to use your "time and expertise" to turn it around in your favor. The old model no longer works -- and hasn't for some time.

Move on already.

- Ira

Great Ongoing Deals are Back

noreply@blogger.com (Ira) — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 13:49:00 +0000

We've had a couple of our better ongoing deals go dark over the past few weeks.

They're baaack!

After a bit of housekeeping yesterday and helping a couple people get their orders straightened out, I got in touch with 39DollarGlasses and EyeBuyDirect about renewing their exclusive long-term discounts.

Both were more than happy to do it.

As you see over to the left, they're back in their rightful places. For those of you reading this on a smart phone, you'll need to click the "View Web Version" link at the bottom of the page to see.

Here they are...

With these available at GlassyEyes, there never is a bad time to buy eyeglasses online.

50%-off Gift Vouchers at EyeBuyDirect

noreply@blogger.com (Ira) — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 19:53:00 +0000

I always love this sale. Getting a dollar for fifty-cents is always a good deal, and this one is better because the prices are so low and there are no headaches associated with whether or not thin or tinted lenses are included in the sale.

These are the final days of the sale. Take a look!

Holiday Gift Vouchers 50% OFF - spend $20 for a $40 voucher at EyeBuyDirect.com!

ENDS SATURDAY!

Thursday Deal Roundup

noreply@blogger.com (Ira) — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 16:09:00 +0000

Is it December already?

There are a number of sales this week and rather than post about each of them each day -- and have people unsubscribe, I figured it might make sense to aggregate things a bit.

Here are the current sales today -- which may be added to as the day goes on.

EyeBuyDirect has a 20%-off sale on frames. Click here and use code 'Day7'.

Goggles4U continues to run two deals: $29.95 of designer frames, and a collection of free frames with highly discounted lenses. Click here and choose your deal.

39DollarGlasses has a free shipping option -- that they've been running for weeks. You're almost certainly better off using the 10%-off link here.

More to come!

Follow @glassyeyes on twitter for more deals!

20 Percent off Progressives and Bifocals Today!

noreply@blogger.com (Ira) — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 15:56:00 +0000

EyeBuyDirect continues the sales today with a decent deal on progressive and bifocal lenses. Today's my birthday, and I'm definitely getting closer and closer to having to pull the trigger on progressives. Hoping to get another 5 years out of the old eyes before that day though!

For those of you already there, this is a great deal. I've set up a number of my relatives with bifocals and progressives through EyeBuyDirect. They've all been surprised and thrilled at the price and quality.

Click here to check out this deal! Use code 'Day6'.

If you're in the market for a pair, today is a great opportunity.

EyeBuyDirect does a Buy One Get One Today!

noreply@blogger.com (Ira) — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 15:49:00 +0000

I hope your prescription is current -- today is the big day for online eyeglasses sales.

EyeBuyDirect is doing a Buy One Get One today only! Click here or on the image below to get all of the details.

Sale refresh at Goggles4U

noreply@blogger.com (Ira) — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 14:37:00 +0000

If you missed it last week, you get another chance for the next 48 hours!

Once again, two options -- both solid.

Click here to give them a try!

Cyber-Monday Deal #1 at 39DollarGlasses

noreply@blogger.com (Ira) — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 04:00:00 +0000

Here is the first eyeglasses deal of the day...

39DollarGlasses is coming out of the chute with a $20-off per pair deal.

Click here and use the code 'CM20' at checkout to get this deal!

Quick Sale at Goggles4U

noreply@blogger.com (Ira) — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 13:48:00 +0000

The Holiday Sales are in full tilt right now and that typically includes the bigger online eyeglasses stores. This year appears to be no different.

First out of the gate is goggles4u with a couple of big sale options for you. These prices are so low, it's a great time to stock up or try a store you haven't tried in the past. This is one of the original two stores I tried when I started this thing. I still wear those frames from time to time. Goggles4U has been around for more than 5 years and have done some really great things during that time.

Click here to give them a try!

Ends this weekend.

$20-off at $39 Glasses this week only!

noreply@blogger.com (Ira) — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 21:19:00 +0000

'Tis the season for eyeglasses deals.

39DollarGlasses has been around for 11 years, and for the past 5 of those (more on that later) they've been one of my go-to places for glasses. A few times a year, they up the ante and offer a $20-off every pair sale.

If you're new to online eyeglasses, now is a great time to try this retailer to see what they can do.

Here's that link:
Take $20 Off Your Glasses!

Ends Friday!

Buy One Get One Ends TODAY at EyeBuyDirect!

noreply@blogger.com (Ira) — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 15:25:00 +0000

If you've been waiting to place your order, Monday is your last chance! This sale doesn't come around very often.

Click here for more!

EyeBuyDirect Buy One Get One -- One Week Left!

noreply@blogger.com (Ira) — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 15:56:00 +0000

Talked to my guy over at EyeBuyDirect and he says the sale is going really well. Frames are selling out, but they're adding new frames along the way. Head back over and see if they have anything that suits you!

Check out these further discounts on lens upgrades:

60% Off 1.57 lenses!
70% Off Polycarbonate (1.59) lenses!
20% Off 1.6 lenses!
30% Off 1.74 lenses!

EyeBuyDirect has Buy One Get One Starting Today!

noreply@blogger.com (Ira) — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 13:00:00 +0000

It has been awhile since I've been able to say this, but today it's true, EyeBuyDirect is having a BOGO Sale! If you're in the market for a couple of pairs of new specs, this is always a good time to buy.

EyeBuyDirect has been a leader in this market for years now. Their guarantee is one of the best around. Order with confidence!

As always, restrictions apply so take a look.

Looks like a great deal! Is it?

noreply@blogger.com (Ira) — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 14:20:00 +0000

Got this in the inbox yesterday morning. I'd imagine that many of the other bespectacled St. Paulites who received thought, "wow, that's a great deal." In fact as of right now, 221 people have bought into this.

I haven't paid more than $40 for a pair of glasses in years.

I'd bet dollars to donuts, my final price for even my moderate single-vision prescription will be much, much more than the $220 I'd be getting for my $40.

They're giving you the first $180 off -- which probably lines up nicely with their profit per pair sold.

State of the (Online Eyeglasses) Union

noreply@blogger.com (Ira) — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 22:26:00 +0000

It's been a while since the last time I've taken a step back to see how the online eyeglasses market has progressed. There have been a number of very noticeable changes to me in the past year or so.

First, there are fewer big sales happening, which makes me think that things are starting to settle down a bit. The big boys have found their places and a number of the smaller places have either closed up shop or are struggling to keep the lights on.

Another of the trends I've been seeing is that there seem to be fewer problems overall. There was a time when I'd be working with at least a half-dozen people a week to answer questions and get issues ironed out. Those numbers have dropped while the orders have increased. We're definitely seeing many more repeat customers now, and the ones who've had success are bringing the word of online eyeglasses to their friends and families -- and sharing the knowledge they've gained in the process.

One of the things I'm most impressed with in the past twelve to eighteen months is the entry of Warby Parker. It's nice to see some style and class come to the market in the mid-price range. Their site is beautiful and they even offer a monocle if you happen to be Colonel Klink.

All in all, it's a quieter, safer period we're in -- much less wilderness -- but I'd kill for some big deals once in a while.

What are your thoughts?

EG123, we hardly knew ye

noreply@blogger.com (Ira) — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 14:44:00 +0000

A bit of a newcomer to the scene has called it a day in the online eyeglasses business.

I received an email the other day regarding Eyeglasses123 and it contained some interesting content:

After careful thought and tedious number crunching, the owners of Eyeglasses123 have decided to shutdown their business...

Apparently (and these are their words) "they cannot keep up with competition and economic pressure."

I liked the prices they had on designer frames, but lens costs kept me from purchasing from them after the first pair.

The site is still appearing live, but I wouldn't consider them as a viable option any longer.

EyeBuyDirect - Buy 1 Get 1 Free is Back!

noreply@blogger.com (Ira) — Mon, 23 May 2011 14:32:00 +0000

EyeBuyDirect has kicked off another Buy One Get One Free event today. They've tacked on additional savings on lens upgrades -- which I continue to see as unnecessary unless your prescription is on the strong side.

Click here to take a look...

Here are the Terms & Conditions:

Buy One Get One Free ends June 6th midnight PST
Minimum order $14.95 per pair
Free eyeglasses- cheaper of the two
Offer not including designer frames
Offer includes single vision lenses with anti-scratch coating
Additional upgrades available, extra charges may apply
No double discounts- Buy one Get one Free overrides other coupons & discounts
Two (or more) frames have to be ordered to avail of this promotion

Ends June 6th.

You'd hardly know it in Minnesota, but Summer is coming.

noreply@blogger.com (Ira) — Mon, 16 May 2011 15:20:00 +0000

Working in the yard over the weekend, in between the bouts of rain, it became clear that I need another pair or two of sunglasses to add to the collection. I've never lost a pair of my glasses (save that pair at the bottom of Lake Marion before I bought my prescription swim goggles) but my sunglasses seem to have scattered to the four winds. I have a tendency to leave them places, and while I usually find them, I was only able to find a scratched pair this weekend.

Anyway, there haven't been any BIG DEALS out there in a couple of months, but hoping that changes over the busy summer sales period.

Going to head over to a few of my favorites (over at the left) and see what is available to help me with my sunglasses deficiency.

Eyeglasses123 Redux

noreply@blogger.com (Ira) — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 00:24:00 +0000

EDITORS NOTE 6/13/2011 -- THIS RETAILER HAS CEASED OPERATIONS

A while back I wrote a review on Eyeglasses123. They're a growing company with a bit of a different spin on the discount eyeglasses market. They specialize in good prices on designer frames. They also have lower-priced house brands -- some of which are bold, very stylish, and hard to find in some of the other stores. I really like the "vintage" pair I got in November -- they're in the regular rotation.

Their pricing structure hasn't matured yet (things have changed a lot in the past 4 months), but their inventory still makes them a solid destination when you have your heart set on a particular designer or distinct style without emptying your savings.

Here are the latest deal they're offering:

35% additional off on glasses in the "Designer Outlet". There are currently about 50 frames in this collection from the following brands: Gucci, Giorgi Armani, Kate Spade, Timberland, Liz Claiborne, Puma, Covergirl, Kenneth Cole, Vera Wang, Harve Benard... Find something in here, add a lens and lop off the 35% of the total. The discount will show up automatically in the cart after you enter shipping info and email.

To give you an idea of what this discount will do for you, I grabbed the first frame in the collection, the Timberland TB5027. Eyeglasses123 has this for $14.95. Add a basic plastic lens for about $30, take 35% off and add about $5 for shipping and you'll get it in a week or so for less than $34. The same exact frame and options at LensCrafters will set you back about $250. FramesDirect, the largest of the online designer eyeglasses store will get them to you for $138.

Eyeglasses123 is the obvious answer in this case.

Eyeglasses123 doesn't have the best prices on Transitions and Polarized lenses, so you'll likely want to look elsewhere (39DollarGlasses offers each lens upgrade option for about $50 -- which is $30 less than the "sale" price at Eyeglasses123 -- but you won't find any designer frames there). Eyeglasses123 also no longer includes the basic lens in the price of the frame, which is a big disappointment.

However, the bottom line remains the same, they're the best site online for a broad selection of designer frame eyeglasses and sunglasses. With the brands listed above and others such as Burberry, Dolce & Gabbana, Persol, Ray-Ban, Silhouette (the brand that started my whole online eyeglasses odyssey) and Versace, they'll have something for you at a good price.

EyeBuyDirect Buy-One-Get-One for two more weeks!

noreply@blogger.com (Ira) — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 21:41:00 +0000

EyeBuyDirect's Buy-One-Get-One lasts until the Ides of March -- the 15th for all of you non-Shakespeareans in the audience.

This may be a good time to get a head start on your summer sunglasses collection.

Click here to take advantage.

EyeBuyDirect 5th Anniversary BOGO Head Start!

noreply@blogger.com (Ira) — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 13:11:00 +0000

EyeBuyDirect is celebrating its 5th Anniversary in March. They're starting things out with their most famous sale -- the Buy One Get One FREE.

The coolest part is that we get a head start on it! We get the last day of February to get our orders in early and beat the rush.

Click here and...

Let's go!