We caught the season premiere of Smash and what an entertaining show it was! A typical look for Debra Messing is the chick and fabulous glasses she was wearing from Sama Eyewear. She wears the model Chelsea in Olive. We had a chance to meet her a few years ago at the headquarters of Sama Eyewear in West Hollywood.  She is good friends with Ross from Sama Eyewear and is just as beautiful and funny in person!

So if you were wondering what great glasses Debra Messing is wearing in the new show Smash, now you Know! We usually have the Chelsea frame from Sama in stock, however, the olive color has always been a favorite so don't be surprised if we have to special order that color for you! The olive is a perfect compliment to lighter skin tones and never appears too heavy like a dark brown or black frame.

Heres a link to Sama's website to see her in the frames.

And some pics to remind you how cute she is in her favorite eyewear designer.

Here is some interesting history about Oliver Peoples. Who they are, where they came from and where they are headed.  Oliver Peoples has been and continues to be an iconic brand at The Eye Bar. We have been extremely pleased to have the Oliver Peoples Vintage collection since it came out last year. The O'Malley, 505, 1955 are iconic eyewear and only available at The Eye Bar in MO.

Oliver Peoples Mission:

To be the most prestigious & culturally distinctive eyewear brand in the world

The Dream & Vision:

Our Vision was to Design an original and authentic collection of eyewear, utilize innovative marketing strategies, and create a unique retail experience in our own gallery - Larry Leight, founder & creative director

Birth:

Oliver Peoples started in 1986 when opticians Larry and Dennis Leight fulfilled their dream and opened their first optical boutique on legendary Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood, California. Earlier that year, they purchased an estate collection of vintage American-made eyewear. The assortment included thousands of beautifully filigreed rimless and metal frames, including clip-on metal sunglasses produced by iconic American companies, such as by Bausch & Lomb and American Optical. All the frames were unworn, in mint condition and in their original packaging. It was a goldmine for the Leight’s, given their love for 1940s -1960s eyewear.

The brothers purchased the entire lot, which included a receipt signed with the name “Oliver Peoples,” who they reasoned was the original owner or distributor. When they decided to sell the estate collection in their retail store, it only seemed fitting they use the name in his honor. It was then that their vision was realized: to design a collection of eyewear, implement innovative marketing strategies, and create a unique retail experience in their own gallery-like setting.

In 1987, the Oliver Peoples collection (inspired by the vintage frames purchased in the estate sale) was introduced as wholesale. It was quite a departure from the futuristic styles and geometric shapes dominant in the late 80’s. Because runway fashion was moving in a vintage-inspired direction, the debut of the retro collection was fortuitously timed, as the direction of eyewear changed globally.

Founder & Creative Director:

Larry Leight was born and raised in Los Angeles, CA. With a passion for surfing and travel, he sought a trade that would allow him creativity as well as freedom. With the encouragement of a family friend who was an optometrist, Larry earned a degree as a certified optician and began his journey in the eyewear industry. Larry gained some experience in design, sales, and marketing at high-end optical stores before venturing out on his own. He envisioned designing fashionable, desirable, quality eyewear for progressive, stylish individuals.

Larry’s designs and unique philosophy have changed the course of eyewear and influenced designers around the world. His designs have been featured on the faces of top models in several of the most recognized fashion magazines globally. He collaborated on the launch of Prada, MiuMiu, Jil Sander, Helmut Lang, and Vera Wang’s eyewear brands. He is also one of the first eyewear designers to be elected as a member of the CFDA (Council of Fashion Designers of America). His opinion and expertise in the field of eyewear design is sought after worldwide.

Kame ManNen is one those amazing lines of eyewear that just seem to last the trends and times. They have been making eyewear since 1917 and are a favorite at The Eye Bar. Classic eyeglasses that stand the test of time made from the finest nickel free titanium in Japan. Its almost sad when a pair finds its owner, they are so well made, the only reason to come back is if the prescription changes! The concept is to make eyewear that could last 1000 years! I am not sure if they would last that long being worn everyday, however, they could easily outlast the buyer. We have had the collection since we opened and it is a great piece of our vintage inspired collections of eyeglasses which include Lunor Eyewear, Oliver Peoples Vintage, and RetroSpecs.

Feel free to stop by any day except Monday to see these collections. Or if we are closed on Mondays, peek in the windows! :)

Whats old is new again! Oliver Peoples Eyewear just re-released the MP-2 frames for the Vintage collection. The Eye Bar has it exclusively in Missouri! It comes in 2 sizes 46 and 48 as either an optical or sunglass. A polarized clip is also available.

Stunning details and hand made at the original factories in Japan. See some shots below and stop by anytime to see it in person.  It will also be available for our friends that are not in St Louis on our Eshop.