We are trying to stay cool about these killer Thom Browne specs, but we’re having a hard time. They are just so good. Thom Browne TB-707 Browne professes not to know too much about the history of fashion, but a quick study of his eyewear says otherwise. The new TB-707, part of the Thom Browne Summer 2014 release, is the latest in…
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Jennifer Stano in Porsche Sunglasses
We’ve loved the original Porsche sunglasses when they first came out in 1978, and we’re happy to say that back in a big way! Even better than they were before, the design is now rendered in titanium and so they’re lighter and more comfortable. The design will always be a classic. Jennifer Stano’s Sunglasses One look…
Villaraigosa at UCLA
Antonio Villaraigosa at our UCLA shop Antonio Villaraigosa, 41st Mayor of the City of Los Angeles, takes a moment with Dan while updating his eyewear at our UCLA, Jules Stein location. Villaraigosa was a history major at UCLA. Dan’s philosophy? Sometimes one pair just isn’t enough.
Flat Out Brilliant Thom Browne Aviators
New Thom Browne Sunglasses How does a designer continue to innovate while staying true to their identity? It’s a tricky balancing act and we think Thom Browne is doing a bang-up job of it. The brand’s clean lines, carefully wrought details and new approaches to the classics have spawned some new love children, and we…
Polly Borland’s New Lenses
Photographer Polly Borland has an exceptional eye. It only makes sense that she wears exceptional eyewear. Here she is, pictured with her son Louie, at our West Third Street shop. For herself, Ms Borland selected tortoise Celines with a custom green, gradient tint.
Video: Fendi Color Block Sunglasses
Fendi heralds their unique “frame in a frame” with this stylized video featuring the singer Kiesza. Look out for Fendi designs like their striped “Pequin” motif. The filmmakers play with light and shadow in a way that mimics the way light moves through the multiple layers of the eye-catching Fendi color block sunglasses.
This Just In: Italia Independent
Italia Independent We are excited to announce the newest addition to our designer eyewear lineup, Italia Independent. Think of it as a “Made in Italy” reboot: fun colors, innovative shapes, brand new materials. Eyewear that is full of life. Glasses that shout out to be touched and felt. Founded by Lapo Elkann and others in 2007, the brand aims…
Shemar Moore on Instagram
You may not know it from his troubled Criminal Minds persona Derek Morgan, but longtime customer Shemar Moore is one of the friendliest actors working in Hollywood today. Here he is back in his Young and Restless days at our West Hollywood shop: Recently Shemar has been posting gorgeous pictures of himself and our eyewear on his…
Oliver Peoples S/S 2014 Trunk Show
Please Join Us for a Very Special Event WHAT Trunk Show featuring the latest eyewear from Oliver Peoples. We will previewing every frame in every color from the Oliver Peoples S/S 2014 collection, as well as their new California-inspired line West. WHEN May 31st, 1-4pm WHERE Dan Deutsch Optical Outlook Studio City RSVP You can join…
Larry Blackmon makes a Cameo
What’s the Word, Larry Blackmon? Dan and longtime patron Larry Blackmon at the West Hollywood shop Word up! Dan was elated to reunite with longtime customer and Cameo frontman Larry Blackmon. Cameo was most well known for their songs “Word Up” and “Candy” among others, their infectious dance grooves, and Larry’s unique voice. Lucky for Dan,…
Miu Miu Sunglasses Video with Lupita Nyong’o
We have loved the playfulness of Miu Miu sunglasses from the moment we laid eyes on them. And now Miu Miu has released a super fun Spring/Summer 2014 campaign video, just long enough to whet the appetite. The video was shot by Inez & Vinoodh with a nod to video game pacing and techno sounds. The video stars fashion icons…
Brilliant Round Mykitas
Round Mykitas Round eyewear has been all the rage these days, and no one is doing it better than Mykita. These round sunglasses seem to jump right off the shelf, due in no small part to their brilliant purple blue color. Round and Around We Go If you prefer something a bit softer, Mykita has…