Ellen’s connection with Eclectic Eye began during a chance encounter in a Memphis grocery store shortly after moving to Memphis.
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“It’s always good to know a guy that knows a guy”
At Eclectic Eye, as purveyors of independent eyewear, we relish giving service that is above and beyond. Every so often the tools we need are not in our tool box (literally) so we have to “think outside the box” to deliver a truly exceptional level of service.
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A little fun, a little quirky, 100% unique: The personal style of Tina Sullivan
One rainy afternoon, a stylish friend of Tina’s sent over a picture of her new glasses from Eclectic Eye. Tina fell in love instantly, so much so that she stopped what she was doing and ran over in the rain to find a new pair of frames that complemented her style as well. That first […]
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My Life in Glasses
I got my first pair of glasses when I was 16 months old – not a typo! I wasn’t even walking yet. I’ve worn glasses (probably a hundred pair by now) for so long, that I feel absolutely undressed without them.
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My Style Is… Terence F. Clark
Classic, modern, and eclectic: The personal style of Terence F. Clark Terence F. Clark debuted his first pair of eyeglasses as a second grader. His initial relationship with glasses was a practical one, a vital accessory to improve his sight. Now, as a 30-something Grammy award-nominated musician, Clark’s eyewear wardrobe is a central piece of […]
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Eclectic Eye and Understanding our Privilege and Responsibility
I sat in a staff meeting Monday morning and watched as our small group went through the weekly updates of operations in the midst of a pandemic. At the conclusion of our meeting, I took the opportunity to ask my team a few questions. Eclectic Eye operates on a team-built code of ethics that guides […]
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Fear: An Update from Robbie
It’s been four weeks since my last blog post about leading in the unknowns. I am writing from the built-in desk in my bedroom. Mike created it for me out of an old, freakishly small, 5-panel door, discarded from a room when we renovated our upstairs in 2015. Surrounding me are various pictures that showcase […]
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Leading in the Unknowns: A Message From Robbie
In summer 2002, this is what Eclectic Eye looked like. A skeleton of sorts, waiting for the dream to be fulfilled. On March 18th, 1992, Mike and I eloped at the courthouse. Today is our 28th wedding anniversary. We have built an extraordinary life. I am grateful. I walked into Eclectic Eye yesterday feeling compelled […]
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Eclectic Eye Coronavirus Protocol
August 20, 2021, 2:15 p.m. – While we did relax our mask requirements for a time as our community saw increased vaccination rates, we have since decided to again require all customers and patients to wear a mask while in the store. We have made this decision based on the newest directive from the Shelby County […]
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Wearing Progressive Addition Lenses for the First Time
As a recent addition to the Eclectic Eye family, I joined the team having never worn corrective eyewear. However, I recently went through the process of choosing my first pair of frames with the help of our wonderful Eyewear Architects. I chose a unique, champagne-colored, Place Mireille frame by Ahlem. Along with this beautiful frame, […]
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