Black Friday!

Is it really that time of year again? With a definite nip in the air this past few days (not to mention the storms) its really starting to feel like Winter. I know its a cliche, but I can't help thinking that this year has just flown by!We have had such a busy year between various events, the Fleadh and our birthday, it's all just happened so quickly.

Getting back to the present (geddit?!), though, at the practice, we are starting to gear up for the festive season. The decorations will soon be up and we have big plans for our annual Christmas window display this year, too!

We have been thinking alot about the usual Christmas sales and offers that start to get talked about this time of year and we have been thinking 'Why not do something a little different this year?' The usual January Sale idea has become a little tired for us so we have come up with a few little treat events instead, that pack a whole lot more punch!........so......

Borrowing the tradition from our Stateside friends, our first event is a one day only Black Friday offer....Black Friday is 27th of November, which is TOMORROW peeps!

We will be taking a whopping 25% off all frames, including sunglasses and sports frames all day. 

You really don't want to miss out on this special offer! 

Just to give you an idea of the savings....a little temptation factor perhaps :)

1. Save €67.50 on this glam Maui Jim 'Nalani', see more Maui Jim

2. Bag this uber stylish De Stijl 'Bram' frame with a saving of €65, see more De Stijl

3. Feel patriotic and save €60 on this gorgeous Etnia frame 'Galway', see more Etnia Barcelona

4. Save €70 on these retro inspired WOOW sunglasses 'Super Duper' see more WOOW

5. Save €55 on this Bolle 'Bolt' frame-great for cycling, comes with a modulator lens. See more Bolle.

Glasses make the perfect gift option, especially sunglasses and specialty frames like the Bolle sports glasses and Maui Jim's 'Waterman' frame.

Remember, if you are buying an optical frame as a gift, we will be happy to glaze the frame later, if you don't want to sneak around too much!

Hope to see you guys tomorrow!

Introducting Etnia Barcelona - Vintage Collection

We are so excited to announce Rachel Murray Eyecare is an exclusive stockist of our newest brand. One of our favorite brands, Etnia Barcelona - in celebration of their 15th birthday - have recently launched a new diffusion line - the Vintage Collection - and it couldn't be better!

They have used actual vintage acetates from the 70's and combined them with their own colours to create an original, but vintage inspired, look. 

Each model is named for a different historic neighborhood, in major world cities such as Shoreditch, Mission District and Fitzroy.

There are eight optical frame and six sunglasses styles to choose from, and two of the optical styles have two colours of custom clip on sunglasses with mirrored lenses which ups the cool factor 100%. It's such a practical addition but it actually makes the frame even more attractive. I love how it looks with the metal and plastic and as always their choice of colours defines them. (see pic below)

The collection comprises of all acetate styles, including the sunglasses and the vintage influence is evident. Keyhole bridges and funky prints on the tips, beautiful tortoise shell patterns and clear acetate frames are just some of the choices available. Not to mention the clip ons.....we are obsessed with the clip ons!

 

A couple of the sunglasses models have photochromatic lenses, yet another cool little extra. They are already dark - with graduated lenses - and they will get even darker in bright sunlight, making them the PERFECT winter sunglasses........who wouldn't like to get a pair of these in their stocking this Christmas?!

This is a unisex brand so there is something in it for everyone.Will you be a Williamsburg or a Montauk?A Fitroy or a Kreuzberg?Let us know what you think!

Find out more about the collection from our website.

We are 2!!

It's amazing to think that two years have passed since we said good bye to the builders and first opened our doors. In some ways it feels like it was yesterday and other times its like we have been in business for years!

So much has happened in the past two years. We have provided eye tests, fitted contact lenses and helped our clients choose fantastic new frames. We have also had five event evenings showcasing designer frames and lens options with discounts and prizes, with three patients winning new frames Berenice Beukes, Emma Murphy and Sinead Ni Bhroin. Last year we were runners up in The Sligo Champion Business Awards, we won a prize for our window displays from a supplier and recently we were runners up in the Optical Success Awards in Manchester - and the only practice from Ireland. Two of our patients Louise Kavanagh and Deirdre Loughlin each one a years supply of J & J daily disposable contact lenses from our suppliers. We have provided over 1000 clients from all over the north west (and beyond) with the best care, service and attention that we possibly can. And we have loved every minute of it!

People often comment on our location, we count ourselves lucky to have the practice in such a beautiful part of Sligo town. Really though, it's our wonderful neighbours that make the area for us and provide great atmosphere. It's fantastic to have great local businesses like The Wine Buff, Le Fournil Bakery, Bistro Bianconi and A Casa Mia on our doorstep! With such temptation surrounding us at all times, it can be hard to resist.....but, sure we are supporting local so it's all worth it, right?! ;)

It's not always easy to be a small local business, but just because the challenge is bigger, doesn't mean it's not worth it. We have been overwhelmed with the support from the Sligo people.

So, Happy Birthday to us! We have big plans for our little practice in the coming years, you can expect even more amazing eyewear, amazing cutting edge technology, incredible new Zeiss lenses and fantastic customer service!

Thank you for supporting us!