Frame Collections
For us, glasses are a statement. They’re an extension of our personality and style, and an expression of our freedom and individuality. Whatever your preference — current trends or classic styles, ostentatious or understated — we have you covered, and on each visit to Rae & Rae you will be sure to find a fresh and eclectic mix of the finest eyewear.
We’ve listed some of our current collections below, but recommend you pop in to see Lesley, our dispensing optician and eyewear consultant, who would love to show you round our entire range, and tell you some of the stories behind our favourite brands.
Cutler and Gross
“If you buy a handcrafted pair of glasses or sunglasses, you want to see the tiny inaccuracies, the straight, raw edges of the plastic, the pins - they give character, make them unique to the wearer. The Cutler and Gross customer has always been an individual. Eccentric maybe, but a rare breed, certainly.” - Graham Cutler. Couldn’t have put it better ourselves.
Etnia Barcelona
Born and bred in Barcelona, Etnia is famous for turning functional accessories into works of art with bright primary-coloured frames and collaborations with legendary artists. With experience and know-how stretching over 70 years and three generations (there’s a theme emerging…), Etnia combines artistic freedom with history and tradition, embodying the spirit of the city that continues to inspire it.
FACEAFACE
FACEAFACE is fabulous and French: high end and rich in colour and expression, drawing its inspiration from the sources of Modern Art, architecture and contemporary design. If you are a fan of retro-chic (let’s be honest, who isn’t?!) then you will definitely find something in this collection.
Kirk & Kirk
Kirk & Kirk was established in 2013, however – much like us – the Kirks are a family with optics in their genes; Kirk Brothers were established opticians in London in the 1920s. We hope to have a 100-year history one day! Their frames are authentic, inspirational, and confident, just like the people who wear them.
Moscot
From New York to Old; MOSCOT is a five-generation, family-owned brand headquartered in NYC, established in 1915 by Hyman Moscot who began selling glasses from a pushcart in Manhattan’s famed Lower East Side. While now recognised as a global fashion brand, MOSCOT remains – at heart – a neighbourhood optical shop, just like us. And that’s why we love them.
Ray-Ban
Ray-Ban requires little introduction. Since the introduction of the iconic Aviator model created for the aviators of the United States Army, Ray-Ban has been synonymous with eyewear. Worn by celebrities and public figures all around the world, they embody the American-led style revolution of the 50s that is the bedrock of most eyewear design today.
SALT.
A product of coastal California, SALT. oozes timeless style and effortless beauty. Their frames reflect the Golden State’s natural beauty, bringing a little bit of the sandy beaches, snow-capped mountains, and pristine deserts of the brand’s Californian home to our Bishy Road store.
Tom Ford
The Tom Ford eyewear collection is a range of luxury glasses from one of the world’s most exciting and influential fashion designers. Made in Italy with a painstaking attention to detail and exquisite craftsmanship, they are available in a number of styles, from the classic cat-eye, to a modern take on the iconic aviator to the butterfly frame unique to Tom Ford.
WOOW
Between traditional style and casual fashion, chic and off-beat with a trendy London feel, the WOOW style will speak to all with a sense of humour. The little message inscribed at the tip of each frame – reminiscent of Love Hearts sweets (remember those?!) – is sure to make you smile first thing in the morning.
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“All of my consultations with Georgia have been immensely thorough and careful. Things are presented in the clearest possible terms and as a result, one feels to be in very safe hands! I couldn’t wish for a better optician.”
— MC