Unfortunately the text about shopping at Silver Lining Opticians was added by us.

From Erik and Jordan

Here’s a peak behind the scenes of a project in the works with acclaimed photographer Anthony Blasko.  Thanks very much to all our friends who came out and modeled with for us.

Ikhyd’s lovely Aunt Hannah brought him over today for a fitting.  We decided on these miniature Persol Aviators over some sour Jelly Belly candy.

Buy in bulk.

A year into his NFL career, Von Miller was back in NYC for the NFL Draft this week.  He stopped by Silver Lining Opticians, where his vintage collection began just days before his being drafted to the Denver Broncos just about a year ago this week.

It was great to catch up with Von and congratulate him on all his success.

SILVER LINING OPTICIANS

“I’ve worn glasses every day of my life since Kindergarten, and much of what I love about a hand-made watch – the combination of art, design, and engineering into a supremely functional form – is mirrored in the glasses at Silver Lining. If I owned a watch store (no – I have no plans to open a HODINKEE store), I’d want it to be just like Silver Lining.”

“The selection of glasses here is the most interesting and tightly curated group of frames you will find in the world. They only stock the very best (unworn) vintage frames from the likes of Persol, Rayban, Cartier, and Balenciaga – all from before they were purchased by luxury conglomerates – and modern frames from true independent artisans – most of which are still hand-made in France. They carry both eyeglasses and sunglasses, and there is just no place like it.”

Artistic interpretations of Christopher Walken as Bruce Dickinson from the famous SNL skit (2000).

Business first for @stylememaeve (blackberry 24/7).  Notice the amazing vintage Vuarnet sunglasses.

Lunch date at favorite restaurant Cafe Habana.

Secret nap time behind the dark shades.

Re-energizing with assistant Kiera and Monster Energy drinks on the way to another appointment.

All while wearing the trusty vintage Vuarnet combination frame plastic and metal!

Window washers on the Empire State Building 1938