Eyewear Rimless

Hi, I have started importing rimless eyewear frames(brandless) from India and China. Now these are great quality and i am giving a one year warranty on these frames. I am ready to sell it in wholesale(min. 10 orders for $30/frame) and to individuals(i am mostly looking for wholesale) for $50. But my problem is that the local retailers who sell these frames(similar frames) for $220 are not ready to buy from me as they say that they want a company backing me up. How do i make a start? What should be my strategy? I truly beleive that the market for frames have a monopoly charging ridiculous prices for frames and the people deserve much better and cheaper prices and that is the reason i started importing it. Can anyone advice me what my strategy should be and why would the people be/not be interested in a product like this?

Couple of issues.

1. If you are aproaching these companies as an individual and they're wanting a company to "back you up", I would strongly suggest you either set yourself up with a business lic. under a fictitious name. This can be done through your county. The other alternative would be to set up a corporation through your state or a different state, Nevada being a popular choice. The corporation would give you tax benefits and personal asset protection but is more complicated and costly.

2. Economies of scale. If you are importing 10 units per month the companies you aproach are importing 1000 units per month greatly lowering their cost.

Suggestions:

1. Try ebay you might be surprised at the results.

2. Attend trade shows specificly related to the product you are selling.

Hope this helps.

PS. ignore my spelling.

Rascal

2006-01-20 11:26:22 by inquisitive

Hilco 3 Piece Rimless Adjustments

I will be purchasing a pair in September. They cost a fortune. I was wondering about durability. I am also getting a Crizal coating on the lens. If you know these products please share your wisdom with me before I spend our hard earned money.I had a horrible and expensive experience with my last pair of glasses. (Not Sillouhettes or Crizal.) Thank you!

I personally have never work the Sillouette brand but I have heard nothing but POSITIVE feedback. I used to work for a large optical chain and people would come in and look for the Sillouette brand. When I advised them we didn't carry them - I was told - well you should - they're fantastic!

My understanding is they are super durable and they hold there shape very well.

As for the crizal coating - your eye carrier may refer to it as an anti reflective coating. You will not be sorry! It is the best thing ever for glasses. Have the optical provider you choose show you the difference with a lens that has the coating and one that does not...it's amazing the difference. The lenses are so clear - you see into the person's eye and not the relection of light bouncing off of them.

Photographs? How wonderful is it to have a photograph taken where you don't have the reflection from the camera flash showing in your glasses?

If you work at all around a computer or under flourescent lights - you will love it! Reduces eye strain - it truly does.

You do need to be careful with the crizal coating and always wet your lenses before you clean them. They don't scratch super easy but obviously nothing is scratch proof so you want to ensure you protect your investment.

I have the anti-reflective/crizal coating on all my lenses, including the back of my sunglass lenses - and it's fantastic.

Well worth the investment - for both the Sillouette brand and the crizal coating.

Good Luck!

2007-08-09 06:25:41 by Just 27

nearly indestructible frame and magnifier lens
This Patented Reader can be seen on Television and in Boardrooms, as well as on Business Travelers Worldwide
great for seeing small objects, tying knots, reading fine print

I bought eyeglass frames more than 5 years ago in this little rural GA town; I now live in Central FL and cannot find any glasses for wide bridge noses. The frame I have is from Nine West and it is semi-rimless. Rimless on top. Everyone comments on how good they look, but cannot help me replicate this style. I do not have to have this particular style, just one for wide nose bridges. Any suggestions?

get wire franes, wich could easily adjusted.

thats what my dad did, and it wrkd graet.

2008-10-04 15:27:07 by Diana D

Price: $89.95 $61.60

aluminum-magnesium rimless metal frame is extra strong and durable, curved for complete face fit
Pro Polycarbonate Lenses, lightweight, optical-quality clarity, shatter-resistant
Polarized, perfect optical clarity and 100% UV A& B protection in the most demanding light conditions.

Pince-nez eyeglasses..if you are interested in this type of eyewear search flickr.com for photos and info.?
Pince-nez eyeglasses were the most popular eyewear in the early 20th century especially the rimless type. Contrary to currently held myths, a properly fitted pince-nez was both comfortable and secure when clipped on the bridge of the nose... (it was not a "one size fits all") great care was taken in the adjustment to fit the pince-nez to each individual's nose bridge.. thus pince-nez came in a variety of sizes etc.
Interestingly high school and especially college yearbooks of the 1890's to 1910's show the majority of photos of those wearing glasses to be rimless pince-nez. During World War I the recommended eyewear was pince-nez because of the ease in wearing a gas mask. Photos on flickr.com .. search under pince-nez. Pince-nez Renaissance is best site/blog for detailed, accurate info anywhere.
Questions? pince_nez2008@yahoo.com

Best information on internet re: pince-nez is new site/blog
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or email me pince-nez2008@yahoo.com

Pince-nez2008 knows his stuff. The Pince-Nez Renaissance at pincenez1.blogspot.com is an online resource center striving to introduce this gorgeous eyewear back into mainstream usage. It is an elegant and classic look. Check out the pics and info and make the decision best for you.

2008-03-14 10:43:17 by Rimless P

I had an eye examinations done by an optometrist yesterday and both of my eyes were -0.25. I wanted to have a high-index eyeglass lens (not plastic or polycarbonate) because of its vision quality and decency.

I just want to read your reactions. Thanks folks!



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NOTE: I have posted this question in this category for the reason that I have posted the same question in Optical and in Health section and no one answered. Maybe there's someone who knows a lot about eyeglasses here. Thanks.

I have very bad also. I used a newer lighter lens for my glasses. I believe that they are different materials available. I googled information about lenses. Lens options.
Thin lenses- Lenses do not have to be "coke bottle" thick anymore. Select a polycarbonate or hi-index lens to make a large prescription appear thinner.

Rolled and Polished lenses- This makes lenses appear thinner. The rim around the lens is altered so it does not look like a "coke bottle" lens.

Photograde lenses- More commonly known as transitions, these lenses change from translucent to darker tints to protect the eyes from ultraviolet light in different lighting environments. These are great for people who love being outside. The downside of this product is that the lenses will not change color when behind the wheel of a car. There is a tint on the windshield of all motor vehicles that prevents the lens from changing, even if the sunlight is near blinding.

Scratch Coating- Great for children and clumsy adults, this increases the life of the lens by making it scratch resistant. This coating is also built into progressive bifocals, so don't pay extra for this feature if you are getting that type of bifocal.

A/R Coating- Anti reflective coating that makes driving against the sun and headlights far more bearable. There is also a scratch coating built into the A/R coating, so make sure you are not charged for both features.

Polarized lenses- These are what prescription sunglasses should be made from. There is A/R and scratch coating built into the lenses, but color selection is limited.

Tinting- Lenses are able to be tinted any color in the spectrum and can be tinted multiple colors on an individual lens. The best color to tint a lens is a light yellow because it can reduce glare from headlights when driving at night.

My lenses cost around $200. That's just for the lenses. The entire cost of my eyeglasses were around $500. If this optometrist is not being helpful, then I would take the prescription to another optometrist. You can research prices online. This is where I found my current optometrist. She's really good. My husband last year went to a doctor who prescribed bi-focals for him. His glasses are basically glass. He is able to use the computer and read without his glasses. The doctor wanted him to pay nearly $1000 for basic glasses. I found out later that there were alot of complaints about this doctor ripping customers off. My suggestion is call around to other doctors in your area. Some areas will have a blind association. People with bad eyes qualify for this service. Maybe they can lead you to a good doctor and also give you suggestions for lenses.
I know the frustrations of bad eyes. I've had glasses since I was 5 years old. Good luck!

2010-01-20 23:59:41 by c.edward21