Eyeglasses news and trends

To Amazon Or Not Amazon? An Eyeglass Retailer Faces The Question
eCommerce // January 31, 2020

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The Warby Parker Of Australia On Sustainable Eyewear’s Future
Retail // November 11, 2019

The global market for glasses is a big industry that is still growing. As of 2015, the total worldwide eyewear industry (encompassing both prescription glasses worn for vision and “fashion” eyewear like sunglasses) was worth roughly $90 billion, and forecasted to reach as much as $140...

Kids’ Eyeglasses Get A Mobile And 3D Makeover
Innovation // August 20, 2019

It’s a story commonly heard from children – and a story that, in this case, led to a fresh idea for subscription commerce. As told to PYMNTS in a recent interview, the story involves the son of Gabriel Schlumberger, CEO of U.S.-based Fitz Frames, which...

Online Brands Focus On Mobile For Custom Children’s Eyeglasses
Retail // May 24, 2019

Entrepreneurs often start companies stemming from their personal experiences. Heidi Hertel founded Fitz Frames, for instance, after her experiences with buying eyeglasses with her children. She has three kids, and two of them have worn glasses since they were toddlers. “I spent a lot of...

Interviews & Exclusives
To Amazon Or Not Amazon? An Eyeglass Retailer Faces The Question

January 31, 2020
Want to know how the future of eCommerce looks? Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing communications from PYMNTS and to […]

Kids’ Eyeglasses Get A Mobile And 3D Makeover

August 20, 2019
It’s a story commonly heard from children – and a story that, in this case, led to a fresh idea for subscription commerce. As told to PYMNTS in a recent...

Quick Reads
Target Teams With Warby Parker for in-Store Eyewear Shopping

February 27, 2025
Target is opening a series of “shop-in-shops” in partnership with eyewear maker Warby Parker. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing communications from […]

Warby Parker Valued At $1.75B After New Investment

March 15, 2018
Warby Parker announced it has received a $75 million investment, led by its existing backer T. Rowe Price. This latest funding will allow the company to stay private for the...

Warby Parker Has A $75 Million Fundraising Vision

March 09, 2018
Warby Parker is reportedly seeking $75 million in Series E funding. The company discussed the plans in a Wednesday (March 7) filing with the state of Delaware signed by CEO...