Was looking for a place that had cute vintage frames that would also put my prescription in. Found fashioneyewear.com which kind of sounds like a dropshipper but in fact mailed me vintage Burberry frames, with prescription, from the UK, in under two weeks and well under a hundred bucks. And yeah I am hoping this kick starts my charlotte york phase
I hate wearing glasses. I got these for a steal and I love the ornate detailing on them. my prescription is so bad that last time I got my eyes checked the glasses saleslady basically laughed at me when I said I wanted wire frame because the lenses have to be so thick that they need a thicker frame to house them. So these are still delicate and lightweight metal on the sides, with nice MATTE plastic. I would completely recommend buying designer and looking for a good deal especially if you’re only planning on having one pair; I think they just look more refined and unique. I got these from GlassesUSA on clearance for $65 USD but I don’t know what the equivalent site would be for the UK. Consider looking for vintage frames maybe too and taking them in to get lenses made for them?
Maybe this isn’t news to everyone like it was for me - there’s companies that will take any glasses frame you send to them and slap in some perscription lenses. While I haven’t sent a pair in just yet, it’s not from a lack of wanting it… I’m busy aggregating all the sunnies I own, and buying a few cheap pairs I’ve heard good things about (shoutout the x kds & the Oakley Eyejacket Tyler specials) to get my perfect pair.
I just made my first shirt and i am STUNNED. I cannot believe it. a new world has opened up. everything is possible my actual rec for getting started if you’re overwhelmed would be to take a class. I made an easy apron and had the teacher walk me through the steps + following the pattern. and then I had the confidence to go crazy mode on my own
Was inspired by title cards in an almodovar movie a year ago and spent almost that amount of time getting supplies, creating the photo emulsions, developing a screen, and then making actual prints…. ive only got these 4 little guys to show for it right now but I’m so proud of myself and I recommend it as a hobby!! Having the time oml in my tiny apt kitchen