Mirage has become the only place I'll go for eyeglasses (and now my new and very excellent sunglasses). The owner Lisa has the skill to match her passion for getting you the right frame and lenses. It is a very reassuring process to start with all the ones you like and then gradually winnow them to the one(s) that are best for you. We refer people here with 100% confidence that they will be not only satisfied but enthusiastic about their new glasses. read more

Had dinner with friends and couldn't help but notice their frames. They were stylish and looked great on their faces. Asked where to go and they recommended this Lk Oswego business. I read online about Lisa,the owner, and how as an artist she works to fit each client with proper shape,style and fit. I had a new prescription and wanted lenses with a higher end process due headaches with recent purchase from Costco and a new look. Great fitting. Can't wait for new glasses. Never had anyone really work at making sure my focal point on progressive lense was in the right location. Please visit this shop,meet Lisa and her team. Yes, I am paying more than Costco but at 71 yrs and having actual vision in only one eye having a proper fit,quality lens and loving the look of them is huge. Maralee Greeno read more

An experience you must go and check out. Teresa is wonderful, thoughtful, and a true professional.

Glance Eyewear in Lake Oswego specializes in fitting those of us with narrow faces. The frame selection is outstanding - plentiful and very distinctive. Frames are pricey, but I justified my purchase because I wear glasses everyday - they are part of my face, and my selection made me smile. Lisa worked with me to find frames that fit the bridge of my nose, and worked well with my eyebrow line. Yes, I spent more than I'd planned to, but I got frames that truly suit my face and are fun. If you're concerned that you don't look good in glasses or want to up your glasses game, check out Glance Eyewear. You'll be glad you did. read more

I enthusiastically recommend Mirage Optics (formerly Glance Optics) in Salem. A couple years ago I bought a really cool frame from them, assisted by Teresa Fluke, ABO certified optician and now ... owner. I just didn't like any of the frames at Costco where I had my prescription filled. There was nothing there that was unique or had personality. However, when I walked into her shop, I found so many awesome brands and so many options! (My glasses are a French brand, and almost every day, someone comments on how amazing they are!) Beyond that, the customer service is exceptional - specifically, Teresa. She helped me find the exact frame that was "me." And, it did not stop when I walked out the door! I have been back several times over the last couple of years just for minor adjustments. The price may be a little more than Costco, but it's a great value for something you wear every day; and Teresa will always be there to assist you if there is an issue. She has always been welcoming and happy to help me. If you are looking for a very unique and special glasses frame for you, a family member, or a friend, this is the place to start! read more

This was my fourth or fifth pair of glasses from Glance. Each time has been very high quality offerings. The service is casual, but high end. So glad they are in Salem and look forward to coming back in this spring for some prescription Maui Jim's. The euro-titanium frames I got last time only took about seven days to get outfitted with top notch lenses. read more

I was looking for a new look and strolled down the street from my home to Glance. They were so helpful and I actually ended up buying a pair of glasses that were much funkier and fun then I might've purchased elsewhere. Great service. Great quality. Received the glasses on time. A little spendy so save up. It's worth it! read more

First let me say this is the most expensive Eyeglass and optic place I've ever been in my life the price of their frames even though they're very nice are outrageously overcharged and their prices for their lenses are way over charged be willing to throw down 700 to maybe $1,000 for a pair of glasses and maybe more. So if you're super rich and don't mind throwing money away this will be a fun place to go throw it away .Yes the customer service is good but not that good for that price. read more

Glance Optics has interesting and fun frames that you don't see elsewhere. Don't buy glasses from them unless you are prepared to pay premium prices. Their customer service is not the best. I was told that the reason my sun glasses didn't fit properly was because I bought the cheapest frames (they were on sale for about $350.00) and not the best lenses. read more

I've been debating about writing a review for awhile about my experience at Glance in Salem. But here it is. Frames are overpriced but beautiful and Unique, you won't run into anyone else wearing the same glasses. Lisa however discriminates. I've been an optician for several years, certified and highly qualified and even though the pay rate was pitiful I still applied for a position. I was interviewed and given a personality test. Everything was great until I told her I have a slight disability in my right hand from an accident as a child that left it partially paralyzed but assured her it doesn't effect the way I do my job and I can preform like any other optician if not better. The following day she called and asked me to come in for a test to prove to her that I can properly adjust glasses. I was beyond offended. I've never been asked to do this nor did she ask any other person applying for that position. Just goes to show you what kind of a person you'd be working for, obviously I declined and never went back. read more

The eyeglasses market is inundated right now with low-priced low-quality plastic frames and conglomerates like Luxottica. It's hard to find a shop that specializes in high quality, small batch, handmade unique frames with a personal touch of excellent customer service. I remember a time when Portland had quite a few nice niche eyeglass shops, but they have disappeared. I felt so lucky to find Glance Optics. I helped my best friend pick out a pair of Leisure Society frames a few years ago from Glance and remembered them when I was having trouble finding frames. I already had in mind what I wanted and was prepared not to be successful, but Julie was fantastic. She pulled out so many unique and fun frames that I couldn't decide. I wanted them all. But she helped me narrow it down in such a thoughtful, organized and professional manner. She was patient and asked great questions. In the end I didn't end up buying them all, and went with a safe choice, but I can't wait to go back and buy a few more fun pairs. The customer service is top notch. Even when I went to pick them up they were so attentive and appreciative. I love my new glasses. They are of the highest quality and feel wonderfully light. I won't go anywhere else now for frames. read more

I went in while on a bike tour desperately needing a new screw for my sunglasses. Les Brown was so kind and helpful and fixed them in 5 minutes flat. Was pretty cute too. Thanks Les! read more

I love my newest pair of glasses from Glance.... I look forward to stopping by to say hi (And just take a peek in case there's another great pair of glassesand just take a peek in case there's another great pair of frames I can't resist when I visit from Bend...the customer service is great, the selection is great, and I feel like I have new friends!!! read more

Glance Eyewear, the best place in the Willamette Valley for glasses period! Lisa not only carries the best frames around coupled with the best technology, she and her crew actually make any pair of glasses more comfortable. read more

I was in salem recently for the BMW MOA motorcycle rally. I live in Wisconsin. One of the nose pieces fell off my glasses. Knowing that they were designer frames, I knew better than t go to Walmart or Costco. We found an independent eye doctor and went there. they didn't have what I needed but called Glance. They had what I needed. We rode down there, walked in and they replaced both nose pieces with new "prima donna" nose pads. yes they have a special name. ( I won't tell you what my husband said!) They were replaced at no charge. Thanks read more

This is a great way to get your glasses - a breeze - and you come out looking great. These people are true professionals in guiding you to the perfect frames to compliment your appearance. The lenses are so light you hardly know the glasses are on your face. It is totally worth the investment. Like permanent eye makeup and a face lift for me in my 60's. read more

If I could give Glance Optics and Eyewear zero stars I would. Quite simply I will never ever do business there nor will I ever recommend anyone to do business there. I stopped in the other day looking for a replacement screw for my sunglasses as the small screw that holds the arm to the front had stripped out. I have my own set of small screwdrivers and it's a basic, no-brainer repair, so all I needed was a small screw, when in fact I did get screwed. When I pleasantly asked the woman behind the counter if they had any spare screws for my glasses, which I would happily pay for, thinking it would be a dollar or two she said it would cost $10 for the repair charge! I told her nicely I did not need the glasses repaired, I only needed the small screw and I can do the repair myself she still told me it would be a $10 charge! I then asked her if it's possible just to buy the screw and not have them repair it, once again she said it would cost $10 regardless because she had to "look for the screw". Needless to say I wasn't too impressed. I told her I thought that was ridiculous, and she said, "had you bought the glasses here it would be a different situation. " I am not sure if she's ever heard of the idea of making and keeping customers but apparently that is a foreign concept. In a small town such as Salem where there is little competition perhaps they think they can get away with this type of behavior, this would never fly from where I'm from originally (a bigger city with more options and more competition) and I'm shocked that she wouldn't be more interested in making and keeping new clients. All in all a very Bad taste left in my mouth. read more

I went in to Glance Optics and Eyewear several weeks ago to look at frames. They had the best frame choices of any I'd seen and their customer service was outstanding. They are truly looking for what both looks great on you and what you are comfortable with. They educate you about the little things that many opticians don't notice, such as fit on the bridge of your nose for plastic frames or the specific reasons they might choose one frame over another, e.g., width, how it looks with your skin tone, how the arch of the frame aligns with your brow, etc. They are passionate about helping their customers find glasses that their customers love and that are right for them. You can tell they are very good at what they do and love doing it. You don't get any sense of someone needing to make a sale. The person helping me even advised me that since they aren't a preferred provider for my insurance, there might be a penalty in my benefits. It turned out there was, so it wasn't financially practical for me to purchase through Glance, but it was truly the best experience I've had ever shopping for frames. read more