Eco Kasai and Didessa, the Barton Perreira Norton and Cassady (they are classics and always best sellers), and the Lafont Heritiere and Folio. — Betsy B., Zionsville, IN
The Vera Bradley Monique in Garden Flamingo sunglasses from The McGee Group are full acetate rectangular sunglasses with the Vera Bradley Garden Flamingo pattern on the brow bar and temples. $272
The Trina Turk Estella in Ivory and Vera Bradley Erika in Paradise Coral. Pastels and light-colored enamels are taking the spotlight this summer and are flattering on a variety of skin tones. In suns, the Vera Bradley Monique in Garden Flamingo. Its bold classic shape is cool and confident, and the pop of tropical color along the brow is just enough fun for conservative wearers without being gaudy. Patients always love that the Vera Bradley cases match their new frames! — Kari K., Rock Hill, SC
- Theo glasses, Garrett Leight sunglasses, and Anne et Valentin and Ahlem in both. — Chris W., Portland, ME
Top-selling vision brands in June
Eyeglasses
Scott Harris (3), Anne et Valentin (2), Barton Perreira (2), Blackfin (2), Charmant Titanium (2), Etnia Barcelona (2), Ray-Ban (2), Veronika Wildgruber (2)
Sunglasses
Maui Jim (9), Ray-Ban (6), Oakley (3), Tom Ford (2)
*These are brands mentioned by multiple Brain Squad members when asked what sold well in June. Join at invisionmag.com/brainsquad.
- We have done well with Pepe Jeans glasses. We had an event on National Sunglass Day and kicked butt! — Julie U., Jupiter, FL
- We are killing it with Krewe, especially the Howard. The shape is fantastic, and the colors are banging. — Colleen G., Newtown, PA
- Nicole Miller optical styles did well. Great color options and sizes that fit a variety of faces. In suns, the Oakley Holbrook and Splitshot are accommodating well at the start of the summer. — William C., McDonough, GA
- Akoni and Masunaga glasses. — Jason K., Phoenix, AZ
- In glasses, American Optical, Tura, and Viceroy. — BJ C., McQueeney, TX
- Lindberg is always at the top, followed this month by Salt. Salt and Dita continue be our top sellers in sun. — Joni S., Iowa City, IA
- Reykjavik Ryes and Blackfin. Lots of titanium glasses sold this month. In sun, Tom Davies. — Jordan F., Baltimore, MD
- My budget stuff from New York Eye always does well. In sun, Tom Ford takes the cake on style. — Aaron B., Mckinney, TX
- One of our locations was moving budget frames pretty solidly, particularly anything by SD Eyes. Our other location saw a slight uptick in Rain City sales. We love their lightweight metals, bright colors, Seattle vibe, and independent know-how. Evidently our customers were loving them too! — Jen H., Sandpoint, ID
- Scott Harris glasses for men and women and OVVO in both sun and optical. Once they try them they can’t help but to buy. — Chris C., Oskaloosa, IA
- Illa and Etnia Barcelona glasses. The people wanted color in June! Bajio suns, a new collection and it’s going well. — Kristina J., Mishawaka, IN
- Moscot in general. Suns seem flat this year. We’re seeing more re-lenses. — Jennifer Y., Canandaigua, NY
- Coco Song gold fleck optical styles with peacock feathers combination. — Scott K., Dover, OH
- Our opticians Brianna and Julie say the Ray-Ban Elliot has been popular. Patients have seen our staff wearing it and love it! And the Maui Jim Twin Falls in sun. People love that it is lightweight. — Scott M., Christiansburg and Salem, VA
- Enhance: reasonably priced and great selection. — Shannon C., Fort Dodge, IA
- Vivid Eyewear glasses, and Gucci in both sun and optical. — Ben T., Miami, FL
- McAllister for fun optical styles and Lenton & Rusby for streamlined basic designs and a good price point. In suns, Lacoste. — Amber S., Chester, VA
- Draper James in optical is a hot seller for us lately. — Cynthia S., Lewis Center, OH
- Veronika Wildgruber was our top selling line, our favorite frame in their collection is the Lane. Res/Rei suns have been doing really well, my personal favorite is the Vesper in 979. — Kelsey B., Winston Salem, NC
- Dita Lancier opticals. All shapes and colors. — Ron C., The Villages, FL
- One of the best lines that I sell most frequently is Charmant. Economical, clean and lightweight. Our sales rep is awesome and always comes through for us. — Chris C., Panama City, FL
- The Marchon M-9010; it’s affordable, sturdy, and the adjustable Unifit bridge makes them comfortable for anyone, including higher Rxs. — Angel M., Cynthiana, KY
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