Tuesday, March 27, 2012
SPRING MEGA SALE
It's Spring, which means the weather in San Francisco is going to gradually get colder, and colder, with evenings becoming simply unbearable by mid June. Thanks fog!
To keep you warm in the upcoming months we can't offer you a Snuggie. What we can do is save you a lot of money on eyewear leaving you with enough cash to buy an electric blanket even for your pet goldfish.
So yes, you guessed right. We are Spring Cleaning and it's SALE time @ SFH.
Up to 50% off. Starting today.
Saturday, January 21, 2012
Friday, January 20, 2012
Monday, December 5, 2011
ic!Berlin Trunk Show : Saturday 12.17.11
On Saturday, December 17th, we are inviting you to visit our SF location to enjoy much celebrated collection from Germany. As always, beats and drinks are on us. See you in 2 weeks!
Thursday, October 27, 2011
Friday, October 21, 2011
Qaddaffi - rock star in disguise.
There always was a strong Rock'n'Roll aura to Qaddaffi's appearance. His ever stoic facial expression and immaculate military outfits are a big part of it but what Qaddaffi took to the next level was the use of eyewear, especially sunglasses, on a state level. His choices were always nearly impeccable and represented the last bad ass tyrant who did not give a f*** about fashion trends and rocked his own. And now he's dead, killed by rebels. All we have is Bono....
(Reuters) "President Barack Obama hailed Muammar Gaddafi's death on Thursday as a warning to authoritarian leaders across the Middle East that iron-fisted rule "inevitably comes to an end," and as vindication for his cautious strategy toward Libya."
(Reuters) "President Barack Obama hailed Muammar Gaddafi's death on Thursday as a warning to authoritarian leaders across the Middle East that iron-fisted rule "inevitably comes to an end," and as vindication for his cautious strategy toward Libya."
Friday, September 16, 2011
Thursday, September 15, 2011
More Strada Del Sole action @ Emmys Style Studio
Actor Grant Bowler wears Strada Del Sole sunglasses
As an optician and a designer, and this is my first post on SFH blog as Grunhauser, I have to say one thing about Strada Del Sole sunglasses and the impression they leave on people...EVERYONE LOVES THEM STRADA FRAMES!! PERIOD. HOT! HOT! HOT!
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
SALE
Yes, you've heard it right. Our first SALE ever!
Between 15% to 30% off the coolest frames in the world. Until September 25th.
Friday, September 2, 2011
Thursday, July 28, 2011
Mykita: Restocked
Want X-mas in July? Large shipment of newest Mykita styles just landed at SFH in San Francisco. Come in soon for the bestest selection and treat yourself to a new set of frames or sunglasses.
(mention this blog post, get a price break)
(mention this blog post, get a price break)
Friday, July 22, 2011
Friday, July 15, 2011
Friday, July 8, 2011
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Willems Wonderglasses "Precious"
From our good friends at Wonderglasses comes this phenomenal short film about...glasses.
Saturday, May 21, 2011
Eyewear fiasco on American Idol
Randy, Randy, Randy..... Who put those things on your face? They are too small, too crooked and too narrow. Wrong on so many levels... We still love you, but get those frames off your face. You can do better, man.
Saturday, April 23, 2011
ORGREEN OPTICS @ Spectacles For Humans
There are very few collections in the world that get your blood flowing faster... ORGREEN OPTICS is one of them. From the day we unwrapped first shipment from Denmark a lot has changed, but one one thing remains constant - ORGREEN continues to impress. There is never a hint of simplicity, even in the simplest of styles. The colors are more vibrant and reserved at the same time, and the acetate collection is a marvel of lightness and perfect fit. And this time Spectacles For Humans is proud to present the best selection of Orgreen styles anywhere in the world. Come see for yourself.
Henrik, Sahra, Gregers, Tobias and all the guys at Incite. HATS OFF TO YOU!
Henrik, Sahra, Gregers, Tobias and all the guys at Incite. HATS OFF TO YOU!
Thursday, April 7, 2011
Monday, April 4, 2011
Emergency closure.
Dear friends and customers, thank you so much for support, patience and understanding!
We have been dealing with flooded store since early March and it is definitely not fun, especially when nobody knows where the water is coming from. Ahh, beautiful hills of San Francisco.....
At the moment, it looks like the problem is solved (or maybe it just stopped raining?) and we are working hard on fixing the shop as fast as we can. We will remain closed until Saturday, April 16th and when we open the doors again, you will see an update interior and the entire MYKYTA COLLECTION. TRUNK SHOW, yeah!!
So some celebrate !!! DRINKS AND BEATZ are on us.
We have been dealing with flooded store since early March and it is definitely not fun, especially when nobody knows where the water is coming from. Ahh, beautiful hills of San Francisco.....
At the moment, it looks like the problem is solved (or maybe it just stopped raining?) and we are working hard on fixing the shop as fast as we can. We will remain closed until Saturday, April 16th and when we open the doors again, you will see an update interior and the entire MYKYTA COLLECTION. TRUNK SHOW, yeah!!
So some celebrate !!! DRINKS AND BEATZ are on us.
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
La Dolce VIta Soiree @ SF LGBT
If you're attending, look for a very special pair of sunglasses donated by Spectacles For Humans SF.
Thursday, March 3, 2011
From SFH mailbox
SFH mailbox is a smorgasbord of inquiries about all things optical and more, from requests to identify a frame to halfnaked pics from female admirers asking to pick a perfect frame for them.
This particular question comes up with certain regularity and warrants an explanation.
"Hi there, I really enjoy reading your blog. Thanks for sharing. I wonder why you do not carry IC! Berlin. Is Mykita better than IC! Berlin? Regards, J."
To begin with, we must say we have nothing against ic!berlin. On the contrary, we admire the company for revolutionizing eyewear more than a decade ago. What the guys at ic!berlin did with the first collection is akin to reinventing the wheel and the company will forever maintain that aura of invention.
With that said, in 2005, at the time of assembling the original line up of brands for Spectacles For Humans, MYKITA emerged and we had to make a choice - go with established brand or choose a start up. The thing was, the start up had the originals designers from ic!berlin, and without actually seeing the collection in person we approached MYKITA instead of ic!berlin. Later on, after we started working with frames, it became clear that while similar in nature MYKITA offered slightly more in terms of construction. Nosepads were better, temples too, but most of all the hinge did not come apart. That was the main complain we've heard from people who wore ic!berlin. Hinge wasn't as sleek but it stayed together.
What we love the most about both MYKITA and ic!berlin is the way they venture out beyond the realm of normal, engaging in exciting collaborations and other fashion adventures.
THE ANSWER: both ic!berlin and MYKITA are great lines with superb talent behind them and you can't go wrong with either one. The reason we carry MYKITA only is simply because we don't have room for all the cool brands out there. Spectacles For Humans' philosophy is to represent fewer collections but in depth, rather than spread out and boast 40 brands only to carry a dozen or so of safe best-sellers in boring colors.
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
SPECTACLES FOR HUMANS DOES MUSIC
You may know that Grunhauser is the man behind Spectacles For Humans and without him the store would've been another optical travesty full of Gucci and Prada shades. In addition to being obsessed with eyewear Grunhauser is also produces music and his first EP Clandestine will be out on base légère label out of Stuttgart on April 7th on beatport and 2 weeks later in other shops.
Check it out on http://soundcloud.com/grunhauser/clandestine
On the cover, sunglasses by MYKITA, style Luke.
Check it out on http://soundcloud.com/grunhauser/clandestine
On the cover, sunglasses by MYKITA, style Luke.
Sunday, February 27, 2011
Saturday, February 26, 2011
Strada Del Sole in LA
We are proud to announce that Spectacles For Humans Showroom in Los Angeles will become the first STRADA DEL SOLE dealer in Los Angeles. One of Europe's best eyewear collections will be in stock and on display... in its entirety. That's how strong we feel about it!!
And as you might know MIDO is happening next week in Milan and we can't say much about new styles from SDS except that...prepare to be blown away.
And as you might know MIDO is happening next week in Milan and we can't say much about new styles from SDS except that...prepare to be blown away.
Thursday, February 24, 2011
We Love WONDERGLASSES
Once in a blue moon a brand comes along with which you immediately feel at ease. That's exactly the case with German eyewear company WONDERGLASSES.
Ever since we first saw them, we wanted more, and now that we have them in stock before anyone else in US even heard of them... Well, we can't get enough!!!!
Already a favorite with DJ's and musicians in US and Europe, WONDERGLASSES is not just looks, it's QUALITY too. Come see exclusive US preview @ Spectacles For Humans.
German DJ/Producer SL CURTIZ @ MOSCOW'S IMPERIA LOUNGE wearing model Expedition Everest from Blutsgeschwister Wonderglasses
check out his music @ www.facebook.com/slcurtiz
Ever since we first saw them, we wanted more, and now that we have them in stock before anyone else in US even heard of them... Well, we can't get enough!!!!
Already a favorite with DJ's and musicians in US and Europe, WONDERGLASSES is not just looks, it's QUALITY too. Come see exclusive US preview @ Spectacles For Humans.
German DJ/Producer SL CURTIZ @ MOSCOW'S IMPERIA LOUNGE wearing model Expedition Everest from Blutsgeschwister Wonderglasses
check out his music @ www.facebook.com/slcurtiz
Sunday, February 13, 2011
WONDEGLASSES for your soul
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Mike Inez of Alice In Chains wears Strada Del Sole
Besides looking insanely good on him, the frames are perfect for musicians who travel thousands and thousands of miles every year touring.
Saturday, February 5, 2011
Spectacles For Humans @ The Grammys
Next week we are styling the Grammys with all things optical. Make sure to watch nominees and presenters walk the red carpet spotting special selections from Spectacles For Humans.
Just as we do it in our SF store and in our sky high LA showroom, we will be bringing the best of the best in the biz today...and tomorrow.
http://www.grammy.com/
Just as we do it in our SF store and in our sky high LA showroom, we will be bringing the best of the best in the biz today...and tomorrow.
http://www.grammy.com/
Thursday, February 3, 2011
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Strada Del Sole
WOW! WOW! WOW! There is no limit to our excitement!!! We finally get these Swiss beauties back and entire collection is now in stock in San Francisco.
What you should know about this collection is basically this - it's pure awesomeness. Optical collection is handmade in Italy from highest quality acetate with so much attention to details it's sickening. Bevels, colors, variable thickness of acetate, curvatures, little ridges... And never over the top!!! Everything is so tastefully done, you and your face will feel loved wearing a pair of these.
What's amazing the sunglasses collection is entirely different animal. Made from several different types stainless steel, the frames are both cool and functional at once. Designed to fold flat and fit into your back pocket these sunglasses are some of the coolest shades on the market today. And we are not even mentioning the shapes!!!! From classic pilots to funky square shapes... We are looking at future classics here! Sandra Kaufmann, you are a brilliant designer!! LOVE IT!!
You can view STRADA DEL SOLE anytime in our San Francisco store and by appointment in our Los Angeles showroom.
ps. Watch GRAMMY AWARDS on February 13th, one of your favorite stars may be wearing a pair of these.
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