The West Coast Meets the Mid-South: Eclectic Eye Welcomes Garrett Leight to Memphis
Eyewear scion Garrett Leight didn’t want to follow in his father’s footsteps initially. He was more interested in pursuing journalism or music. Both would later influence his brand’s aesthetic. After graduation, his dad and founder of Oliver Peoples, Larry Leight, convinced him to come work with him temporarily. Though Garrett had never intended on making […]
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Eclectic Eye Welcomes Henau to Memphis!
Electic Eye is beyond thrilled to introduce Henau, a brand that so perfectly embodies what we love in our eyewear—unique designs, artful craftsmanship, optical functionality and a clear passion for the work. Considering this, it’s hardly a surprise that this brand’s founders, Michel Henau and Marc Delagrange, both have backgrounds in art and opticianry. Their […]
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Hot Summer Shades
Frames for Spring
This spring, the eyewear world is blooming with beautiful pieces. Big and bold are the themes of the season, with oversized frames in a range of colors. As you search for your perfect frames for spring, keep an eye out for the following trends when selecting your warm weather eyewear. Eyewear Patterns for Spring These […]
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Eclectic Eye presents MYKITA
Join us June 8 as we welcome independent eyewear by MYKITA. A brand rep will be on-site at our store in Midtown Memphis with the entire collection. David Quarles IV will also be showcasing his handcrafted jewelry line, IV. Founded in Berlin in 2003, MYKITA began with a clear aesthetic vision and a sense of […]
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Kuboraum: A Look Behind the Masks
“People are free in their lives – free to choose what’s good or bad for them, free to lose or to find, free to buy or hesitate.” -Sergio Eusebi A simple quote from one of the originators of Eclectic Eye’s newest collection, Kuboraum, speaks volumes to the nonconformist energy which fuels this dynamic trio of eyewear innovators. […]
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Memphis Murals
Here at Eclectic Eye, we love being engaged in our community, especially in the local arts. Memphis is home to many incredible artists who showcase their talents throughout our beloved city. One of our favorite ways to get a glimpse of their fantastic work is to find all the amazing murals in Memphis. Not only […]
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Cuthbert and Chen Frames: Historic Inspiration, Modern Design
Cuthbert and Chen frames have been a staple in the Eclectic Eye world for several years. The line is a subset of RetroSpecs, which showcases historic pieces that wear like jewelry. RetroSpecs is owned by Jay Owens and Marya Francis. Their love for the history of eyewear, naturally, led them to designing. The name, Cuthbert and […]
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Eclectic Eye at Memphis Fashion Week 2019
The Eclectic Eye team is thrilled to be a part of Memphis Fashion Week 2019. This series of events exists to cultivate and celebrate local and regional fashion through designers, photographers, models and boutiques. This year, we are honored to once again work with Memphis designer, Mary Ambrose, by providing a collection of independent eyewear that complements her […]
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