George and Moda Optique brought to me a wonderful buying experience. Made an appointment two days before and during the time, George recommended different frames that complemented my face shape and gave very detailed answers to all my questions. Went in looking for a new pair of daily sunglasses, tried on a few but ended up getting a pair of non prescription glasses with transition lenses from Jacques Marie Mage. Would recommend anyone who's looking to purchase glasses or sunglasses to have the pleasure of working with George and Moda Optique! read more

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Hrach was introduced to me by my now husband in 2010 and let me tell you, he is the best of the best! He definitely knows quality and is quite meticulous when it comes to the fine details on any set of frames! He is pleasant to talk to, very honest, and never tries to up sell you on anything. Ever since 2010, I have not looked elsewhere for my eyewear needs. My latest pair from him is by Jacques Marie Mage, which have received numerous of compliments in such a short amount of time-- am absolutely in love with these frames! Thank you Hrach! read more

Moda Optique - Frames by Jacques Marie Mage - Eyewear & Opticians Near Me - Pasadena, California

It is SO HARD finding a unique place for glasses. Most stores have a huge selection of the same type of glasses, with slight variations. Also, most of the people who work there don't really know how to adjust frames other than overbending the arms by the ear, which just makes it uncomforable to wear. Moda Optique not only has special, stylish, unique glasses, they know how to find a pair that suits your face well. While they don't do exams, they can put your Rx on the glasses. It's not as convenient as shopping for glasses after your exam, but it's totally worth it. Tip: If you can't reach anybody on the phone - shoot them an email to make the appointment. read more

I got a pair of Lindbergh from Asia almost two years ago and tried three other optical shops to try to get them adjusted but couldn't get them right. I was told I needed to change the nose pads. Until I found Moda, and George was extremely nice and professional. He had the magical touch! He will even order the particular nose pads for my glasses. Moda carries many cool, unique brands. I would definitely recommend the shop! read more

For the first time, I visited Moda Optique based on the reviews on here and the fact that they carry Jacques Marie Mage frames. Calling to make an appointment was super easy and straightforward (I have terrible phone anxiety), and I was able to nab an appointment for after the holiday. I met George, and I told him the frames I was interested in, and I also brought a few of my current frames to give him an idea of what I like to wear. He immediately found a small selection for me to try on and refined his search based on how I looked and some feedback. He demonstrated a keen eye for shapes that worked with me despite maintaining physical distance and my mask covering half my face. He even got his laptop to show me some color options that weren't available in-store. After careful curation, George came to the perfect Jacques Marie Mage frames and also some Barton Perreira frames that I would have never tried without his assistance. Once I chose the frames, he took my pupillary distance the old-school analog way (super cool to witness)--he even recommended an alternative to the now-ubiquitous blue-light blocking coating. He recommended a different lens material that has the same properties as the coating without the garish cast. I emailed my prescription, and he checked me out soon after. A couple of weeks later, I received a cordial email (I love non-phone call options) stating my glasses had finally arrived. I made an appointment for later that afternoon and eagerly went my way to Pasadena. Once I arrived, George began the final fitting process and worked with my facial mask to achieve the perfect fit. He meticulously and flawlessly adjusted my frames (and even the sunglasses I had with me as a courtesy) in a short time, and I was on my merry way with my uber-chic frames. Overall, my experience at Moda was extremely positive and productive. I came in with a specific idea in mind, and George delivered. You should go to Moda if you like a more tailored and polished look and want to eschew more pedestrian offers. Moreover, he provides a high-end experience without high-end snobbery (an elusive balance in LA). Lastly, I should also note that he also followed safety precautions to a T during both of my visits, and I felt safe during my time there. Thank you so much, George. I can't wait to send you all my friends for some new frames! read more

George is the absolute best! I had cataract surgery and ran around and called many places to get a clear lens put in my glasses on the side that was operated on. No one could do it! I contacted George and he did it in 5 minutes. And they have the best selection of glasses as well! Will definitely be back! read more

I've been coming to see George for new lenses for a few years now, every time my prescription needed tweaking. He has always been knowledgable and helpful with great communication and the lenses seemed to always arrive ahead of schedule. I only had the one pair so I was able to hold onto them until the lenses arrived and then once they had I would swing by and he'd pop them in quickly and have them back to me expediently. My sole pair for years were antique wire frames and he handled them great care. Recently, I purchased my first set of "new" frames in about a decade. I'd initially approached him for help with sizing so that I could ensure I purchased the right pair from the manufacturer, only to find out, in doing so, that it was a brand he carried. He offered to match the manufacturer's price, including their first purchase discount, and was thoughtful and diligent in ensuring I felt confident about the frames before we ordered them. Once they arrived, we found that the transition lenses he'd ordered had been sent in the wrong color by the supplier (no fault of his). He quickly worked to remedy the situation, ordering the correct ones while I tried out and "broke in" the new frames until they arrived. During that first week of wearing them I quickly realized that transition lenses had been a misstep as they did not offer as much protection as my sensitive eyes require. I let George know and he was totally understanding and worked with me to find a solution (we opted for clip on shades instead), all the while ensuring that I got the most affordable options and that I was not left out of pocket for the transition lenses. A+ service from top to bottom. A great guy who takes pride in his work, really cares about his customers' satisfaction and goes out of his way to ensure it - patiently and without pressure. Cannot recommend enough! read more

THE BEST! If you want the coolest, most unique, stylish frames, then Moda Optique Pasadena is the place to go! You will not be disappointed! I have worn glasses for over 30 years. I have a super challenging face to fit. I've tried so many high end eyeglass businesses and I was willing to pay for the frame that made me feel my best self since I wear them all day. I always had to settle on about 2 frames that sort of looked okay. This is with the help of the opticians who work there. I never felt like I looked good and always took my frames off for photos or when I wanted to look my best. I recently moved to Pasadena and needed a new pair of glasses. I kept walking by Moda Optique, just window shopping; and I knew, this was my eye glass place. All the frames were super stylish/hip! I made my appointment with George and cannot say enough wonderful things about him. George found multiple frames for my face (!!!!) that I loved. I actually had difficulty choosing since I loved so many frames! George is the consummate professional. He knows glasses. He knows style. He is honest and doesn't upsell. George dialed my in on the perfect pair! I appreciate that you need an appointment for Moda Optique, along with this 1:1 professional service. The store is sparkly clean and the frames are like art pieces. It's fun just to browse the selection. I have worn my Moda Optique glasses daily (for photos and all!) and plan on going back for Sunglasses and Computer glasses. It's definitely worth the money to go to Moda Optique; and honestly, the prices are not that much more expensive then the eyeglass businesses that accept my eyeglass insurance. Thank you so much George! I'm so happy! read more

I had a great experience shopping at Moda Optique. We cane in with my husband who was looking for Oliver people sunglasses and George was so helpful and assisted us in selecting the right model that would fit my husband's face. He made sure that the ones he chose fit perfectly and made all the necessary adjustments. I ended up buying a pair for myself too. I will never go back to chain stores again as they do not have the qualified people to help you choose a frame. Such a different shopping experience! We also had the lenses replaced on my husband's old oliver people frames and it was very well done as well. read more

I love my glasses from Moda!! Hratch is the best! I walked in after seeing a beautiful pair of glasses on one of my client. He told me he got it at Moda. Hratch greeted me, making me feel welcome. He encouraged me to look around and see if there was anything I liked and after settling on a pair we tried all different sizes and he recommended the perfect size for my wide face. He was very patient and never pushed. I've never gotten so many complaints on my glasses before. Thank you Hratch! read more

Moda Optique - Eyewear & Opticians Near Me - Pasadena, California

Great shop and service. The nicest frames you can find from simple to really exotic and fancy. Specialized attention to detail and safety and support for your prescriptive eye health and enhancement. read more

This is the place to get nice glasses. After getting basic ones at America's Best all my life, I really wanted a pair of glasses that would make me feel more like myself. I described what I wanted to George and he immediately went to work pulling out pairs that fit my dreams. He was so helpful and he was very attentive to me. He gave me a great deal and he helped me find a pair that suited my face. 100% would recommend. Look no no further than here for your next pair of glasses! read more

I was looking for a rare frame, I called many Opticians in Los Angeles and Moda Optique was the only one that had it. I went, and I had a fantastic experience the entire time. George was not only very kind and welcoming, he was also so professional! You could tell that what I wanted truly mattered to him. He made a few adjustments to the frame to make it absolutely perfect! And he was so patient all the way. I can't think of a more generous optician! I highly recommend! read more

The service is spectacular. Hatch has great eye which helps when making decisions. He has a great selection of frames, if you are looking for unique glasses. i will go back and recommend Moda Optique. read more

In a world of very few truly 5-star establishments - we all got grade inflation - if I could I would give Hratch and Moda Optique 6 stars. Since finding Hratch, over the past ten years I have not gone anywhere else for glasses. Hratch is an expert curator and the only human I know with facial recognition software. He looks at your face, and know which glasses will work for you. Who knows maybe he's a cyborg. Moda Optique is a small boutique where I like to say, "Hratch doesn't carry all the glasses, just the ones you would want". I have purchased the big brands like Oliver Peoples and Prada, but also some smaller bespoke manufacturers making really cool frames that you don't see anywhere else. Finally, the service puts the place over the top...Hratch is friendly and offers his counsel on lens types, tints, etc. He's even come in on off hours for me, when my schedule was making it difficult for me to pick up my glasses. Moda Optique is truly a gem... read more

Hratch is not only an optician, he is ,as his business card states, an Eyewear Consultant. His processes for helping you select your glasses is that of a stylist. He takes into consideration the shape of your face, your personal style, and even what kind of persona you'd like to have (in the case of my husband). I bought my sun glasses (Tod's) at Moda Optique about a year ago and I got so many compliments on them I went back a few months later and replaced my old daily wears with new Barton Perreira's. My husband bought his new glasses about three months ago and too receives a barrage of compliments. It's not that we are great looking people, we are not, our new glasses are complimenting our look in ways that our old ones totally did not. We have Hratch to thank for that. We are totally hooked and wouldn't shop any where else. read more

George, what much more can I say than to attest to the previous positive comments of this place. Moda Optique offers a variety of different eyeglass frames that have kept me in style and current with the latest fashion in eye wear. George's tastes is impeccable so I trust his advice and consultation on the eye frames I purchase thank you. read more

This review has been a long time coming. I purchased a pair of Oliver Peoples sunglasses from Hratch back in May of 2012. While the store's quality selection of boutique frames stands out against competing stores, it's Hratch, himself, who is the real reason to visit Moda Optique. Hratch spent an hour with me pulling out all sorts of sunglasses and discussing the finer points of why certain frames looked good while others did not. Then, when I had selected the pair I was ready to purchase (at a very competitive price, I might add), he spent an additional 15 minutes fitting them perfectly to my head, molding the frames so that they sat in all the right places and were snug against my face. A great pair of sunglasses is a beautiful thing. A great pair of sunglasses that fit perfectly and have been molded to your head? Sublime. read more

This is not a place where you go for your run of the mill glasses. You go here for a fully fledged advice, given to you by Georges, who is very helpful, patient and super friendly. read more

Does not return phone calls or emails. I have been trying to reach them for weeks and haven't heard back at all.

I would recommend anyone to come here! I came into the store several times and was treated with respect and patience. I ended up buying a pair of glasses and added nose pieces for an additional fee. Well worth it. My weird face required some time to readjust the legs and nose piece just right, haha! He is an honest business man and obviously cares about the satisfaction of his customers. He even cleaned my old ugly glasses that I was going to toss. Come here and you wont leave dissatisfied. Great selection: ranging from high fashion to more conservative pairs. read more

I brought a pair of Wayfarers here to have the lenses replaced after one of them broke. The guy here at Moda (who's name I regretfully can't recall) was quick to offer his help with out being pushy. He was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. He quoted me an extremely fair price and the sunglasses were ready 3 days earlier than when he originally told me. As I don't wear prescription glasses I don't have a lot of need to have a favorite Optical boutique, but I've got one now! read more

Amazing place with great selection. Hrach has a true talent for helping you find the right style and fit. You can tell right away he was made for this business. I was referred Moda Optique by a coworker and went in after I heard her talking to a client about their glasses and how great Hrach was. read more

The best place to purchase unique stylish eyewear. George is the best, he is so knowledgeable and has a great eye for suggesting what looks good on your face. I constantly receive compliments on glasses purchased from Moda Optique. Thank you George! read more

Moda Optique was recommend by a friend that owns a famous shop, Old Focals. He really came through!! I came in with the frames of my dreams for sunglasses and he immediately saw what was going to be perfect for my face and my progressive prescription. He didn't try to up sell me, in fact he recommended something cheaper because it looked better and I wouldn't be wearing them all the time. I've had nothing but positive comments on how the grey color really pops the pink, which is exactly what he said it would. Now I will stop damaging my light eyes by not wearing sunglasses and will look stylish to boot. Thank you !! read more

Moda Optique - Hot pink sunglasses!! Now I can see much better while driving in my fast car! Thanks Moda Optique! ! - Eyewear & Opticians Near Me - Pasadena, California

Hratch is the best! Every time I have gone to Moda Optique, he takes the time to always help me out and find the coolest pair of glasses that are suitable for my face. His aesthetic is on point! Thanks to a past co-worker/friend Rosa for the tip. read more

Love this place! I have been wearing glasses since I'm 10 years old so my glasses definitely reflect my personality. Moda Optique has an amazing selection frames to choose from that you will not see any place else. Are they a little more expensive then some other places, yes, but trust me, they are worth every extra cent you pay. I have purchased several pair of frames from George (owner) and I always get a compliments and stopped from people who ask me where I purchased my glasses. The added bonus is that George is so nice and really knows how to fit frames to match your facial shape. He is super honest when fitting you for frames. I love that he will tell when to take a pair off when they don't look good instead of just getting a sale. I broke my current frame and was forced to wear my last pair (also from Moda Optique) with a prescription from 2019. George was great and put a rush on a new pair for me and kept in close contact with the company in Germany to make sure I received a new pair in two weeks versus the normal 6-8 weeks. Go George!!! read more

I've been purchasing glasses from Moda for over 10 years, from my first pair of Chanel's ,which I still love, to my just ordered awaiting glasses. To have someone look at you the person and know what looks good ,fits your personality and style is a gift. Pricey, you pay for quality and unique style and it's worth every penny. I've made the mistake once and tried to save money buying glasses elsewhere but it was money wasted as there is no place like Moda. read more

Hratch is at the core of the primary success of Moda Optique. High end sunglasses and vision frames can be purchased at several places in Pasadena, the difference is, his attention is supreme. He's patient, listens and takes his time. If you're filling a prescription come with time, he's thorough. If he's working with you and someone comes into the store, he's so diligent to keep his focus and yet give the proper attention to the customer. Not easy to do.. I'll follow him and give him my business for a long time. read more

The best or nothing, I have a lot of excellent experiences with this place and I highly recommend for anybody to have at least one experience with this place. read more

just bought another two pairs of glasses. as usual, he was awesome and found some great glasses for me. he really understands facial structure and pairing glasses to your face. sounds simple but it is not. I bought a pair of sunglasses for my girlfriend, only to realize that they were not polarized, so he put some polarized lenses for us to make it happen. read more

Living in sunny Southern California almost requires everyone to wear sunglasses. If you're wearing sunglasses, why not be fashionably correct when wearing them. Unfortunately, the screw in one of the temples on my sunglasses came out. Hrach, I'm assuming the owner, was most helpful in repairing my sunglasses. After the repair, Hrach showed me some of the latest styles in sunglasses, which were rather impressive. This eyewear boutique consist of an array of designer eyewear from Cartier and Chanel to Oliver Peoples and Roberto Cavalli. Not only are the sunglasses stylish, but their also equipped to protect your eyes, as they consist of polarized lenses and, in some of the sunglasses, the lenses are actual glass. In addition to his awareness of the latest styles, Hrach is abreast of ophthalmic and optical goods. So, if you're in need of some new stylish eyewear, I highly recommend going to Moda Optique. read more

Moda Optique - Eyewear & Opticians Near Me - Pasadena, California

Yelp reviews don't lie! Hratch was great. He found me a pair of sunglasses that I am so very happy with. He also modified them to for my face (one ear sits lower than the other). He had a good selection of designer sunglasses (Cartier, Oliver Peoples, Tod's, Chanel, Persol, Gucci, Ray Ban etc) and the shop was pristine. Definitely coming back if I need another pair of shades because his attention to the details of my face were far superior than that of a department store. read more

I love the glasses I got from this place. They're artistic, beautiful, and many cuts above your typic pair of glasses. The owner was a great help in picking out the frames. He had a good sense of the shape of frames best suited for my face. He was also very patient, as I spent a long time trying on frames and making my decision. In addition, he took careful measurements, so that the frames were a perfect fit when they arrived. I can't recommend this place highly enough. read more

Absolutely phenomenal service. Hratch fixed up the nose piece on my current glasses with utmost attention and care. I didn't even buy anything, but I was treated like a king. read more

Raj, as I call him is as good as you can get in fashionable eye wear. I have been a customer since 2004 and I go back on almost a yearly basis. He is a perfectionist and is serious when he makes choices for his customers. The thing I enjoy most about him is that he gives each customer their individual attention. He will easily spend up to 30 minutes alone on you while other customers wait. He believes in one customer at a time and first come, first served. What people don't understand is he is a one man show. This isn't Lens Crafters and he doesn't have a dozen sales people. He carries name brands such as Gucci, Chanel, Cartier in addition to the unknown (Oliver Peoples, E of 7). His motto is to provide the ultimate in customer service. Having said all that, don't go there looking for cheap prices! If you are just looking for cheap shades, then try Costco or target, not Moda Optique. He is not uber expensive but pampering comes at a price. So to summarize: - Will pick out glasses that are to your "style." - Every pair that I have purchased, I have received compliments (not that I was looking for any, but it represents his good taste and selection for me). - I purchased at least 3 sunglasses and 5 eyeglasses through him over time. - He even takes care of the glasses I have not purchased from him (clean, repair, tighten). - Carries name brands and has a nice selection of unknown brands. - He is not a wholesaler or discount type of store. He provides attention and selects glasses that compliment you and does not rush you into choosing something just to make a sale. - He is a friendly but serious person. He takes thought into selecting eye wear that is best for you (whether sunglasses or eyeglasses). If you feel like you make bad choices in eye wear; then give Raj a try.... read more

If I could give Hratch 15 stars for the three years of good service I would. My wife and I were referred to him by the Old Focals guys. He has been spot on with helping us fill our prescriptions for our glasses. Whether the frames were vintage, reproduction or just new his dedication to quality and professionalism are bar none. As long as I live in the area, I will always be a repeat customer. read more

I had the most pleasant experience last week at Moda Optique! Brought a pair of frames to have lenses put in and George could not have been more accommodating. George was exceptionally helpful and really took the time to ensure that my frames actually sat on my face the way they were intended to (what a difference his adjustments made!) and my glasses were ready in only three days. He was also kind enough to make adjustments to my RayBan sunglasses; which he really didn't have to. The store also has a fantastic collection of eyewear that is kind of comparable to LA Eyeworks.. in the sense that they're beautiful pieces that are also practical enough to wear on a daily basis. read more

To say I shopped around before purchasing my glasses is an understatement, and after 3 months of extensive looking I finally bought my pair of OP Riley's at Moda. Hratch was great! So even-keeled, never put any pressure on me to buy, and very helpful in sorting through the style options I was considering. He broke down the pros and cons, described how each frame fit my face and used his exhaustive knowledge to tell me about the other options available, even when he didn't have them on hand. However I should add that his selection is the bomb- the guy does not keep any dogs in his stock- every frame had a unique beauty for the right person. The whole time there was ZERO pressure to "close" the sale. He even ordered the glasses with no money down, a gesture I thought was insanely generous. I even called him to check in on our projected completion date, and though he wasn't in he texted me back that evening. Great selection, great service, great style, old fashioned values with modern conveniences. I will never go anywhere else to buy glasses. I wish every business were run by someone as knowledgable, compassionate, and even-keeled as Hratch. read more

The yelp review drive me to come here looking for a unique pair of sunglasses and that is exactly what I found. The owner is very knowledgable about frames and lenses and the right color combos for each person. If you are looking for full service from a person who clearly knows their industry, look no further. read more