The Sunglass Hut is where I bought my first real pair of sunglasses. I did not realize how much…read morethere is to buying a pair. Not only is there the style but there is the different lenses, frames, colours, interchangeable lenses, it is endless. The sales person working there was nice enough to give me a run down on the differences. And it seems the lighter the frame the more expensive they go, but they do have great durability. I was a little taken back with the prices, however, it seems that these are normal prices for high end glasses, I was looking at Oakley's. I guess my only thing here is, if you are in the market, be prepared to pay a little more, average $100 - 350.00.

Vogue Optical is a small Atlantic Canada optical chain with locations in most cities and bigger…read moretowns. It has two major selling points: a) it offers a 2-for-1 deal on most eyewear b) it has a wicked long guarantee against damage and destruction. In fact, Vogue will replace your glasses if they are damaged in any way for up to two years from the date of purchase. Dog chewed the frames? Covered. Kid got elbowed during a basketball game and the glasses went flying? Covered. Alien abduction and they forgot to return your glasses? Uh, not sure if that one's covered actually. Vogue's showroom holds a decent stock of frames, starting from $89 (mostly children's frames in that pricepoint) and headed upwards from there. They stock several designer names and can easily advise you as to whether the frame you are considering will work with your prescription. Vogue has saved us headaches on many occasions by advising us on unique characteristics to my son's prescription. Making them even more popular, Vogue now offers a financing option (on approved credit). For persons without insurance, this helps to make the ding in the wallet a little less painful. Vogue also co-houses an optometrist who does eye exams. Call ahead, as each optometrist's office is only staffed on certain days of the week. I'd recommend Vogue to anyone looking to upgrade their fashionable eyewear. I get great compliments on my glasses - even from strangers in the grocery store parking lot!

I've frequented Vogue Optical a few times, but never this particular location. While it is a hike…read moreit was the only one that could get me in within the time frame I required. The lady at reception in the doctor's office was quite pleasant. And I can say the same for the doctor herself. Very nice, thorough and answered all my questions. At the end of my exam I asked for my prescription as I wanted to get new frames. I was shown (by the receptionist lady) where all the frames were and was told someone from the show room would be with me in a few minutes. I spent some time roaming the displays trying to figure out what it was I liked. After almost a half hour of wandering and having only pulled off 2 frames I thought I might like no one had come to help and I was getting frustrated. Yes, I had tried to find someone but saw no one. A few times a staffer would walk through, I'd ask for some help and I'd be told someone would be right with me. And still no one came. Eventually I was asked by Marlene if I needed any help. Finally. She was very helpful with helping me determine which frames I liked and which ones looked best on me. They carry a decent selection of frames, and some designer labels, for men, women and children. They're able to tint most lenses, and have a selection of sunglasses as well. As far as prices go they're somewhere between moderate and pricey. I wouldn't call their pricing excessive, but I wouldn't call it easy on the pocket book either. And since they have the 2 for 1 deal, it isn't so bad. The main reason I continue to use Vogue for my glasses is: -2 year warranty on the lenses -buy one, get one So, if you want two pairs of glasses to suit whatever mood or outfit you in for the day, then Vogue is a great option. Or if you just want new frames and a pair of sunglasses, they can do that too. I placed my order and was told it usually takes about a week to get the glasses back. Which isn't bad. I've experienced longer wait times at other (non-vogue) locations. While the visit overall wasn't terrible I wasn't pleased with having to wait so long to have someone help me with frames, so for that reason they get 3 stars. I haven't gone to pick my glasses up yet. Who knows on that visit they may redeem themselves and earn another star. Stay tuned!

Amazing service went in one day not even looking to buy glasses and a guy gave me a rundown on a…read morepair of sunglasses 2 days later I bought them. I highly recommend this place awesome costumer service

If you want a hassle free experience, DO NOT shop at the Sunglass Hut…read more I bought a pair of Ray-Bans for my son's birthday at The Sunglass Hut at Halifax Shopping Centre, first making sure of the return and refund policy. The gift was a surprise so I wanted to ensure he could return them for a refund and have the freedom to buy elsewhere if they didn't have what he liked. I had a pair in mind that I thought he might like so went in and asked for them. The salesperson gave me the spiel about all the benefits about being able to return them within 90 days--no hassle, etc. Believe me, it's been a GIANT hassle. A couple of days later when I was getting ready to gift wrap them, I took them out of the case and tried them on only to discover that the coating had gaps around the edges and there was a scratch on them. For $300! I took them back and a nice lady replaced them. I gave my son the gift and he didn't hate them but thought another pair might suit him better. He went in with the gift receipt they suggested I include with the gift and he picked out a pair that was about $80 cheaper. He came back with a GIFT CARD that he will NEVER use. I was NOT happy. I returned to the store to see why they did not give him money back. Apparently it was because he did not have the original credit card. They did NOT tell me that a gift receipt would mean that he would only get a credit. In fact, I had sent him a photo of the receipt just to make sure he wouldn't get hassled. He's 22, doesn't like shopping and just accepted what the salesperson told him. The next morning, I'm swamped but annoyed enough to head back to the store to get our $80 back, since I DO have the original credit card and receipt. They WOULD NOT give me my money back because "there's nothing in the system that will allow that". I asked the clerk for a number for the head office. She said she didn't have one. She gave me a customer service number which I called and was told that the issue would be escalated and I'd hear from someone in 24 to 48 hours. No one from head office called me back. The store manager (who probably has six months experience and zero decision making ability) called, interrupting my dinner, to "apologize for the experience" but couldn't actually DO anything but waste more of my time. I told her that I wanted to speak with someone from head office as promised and she said she would pass it on to her regional manager. I asked for the email of her regional manager and the store manager refused to give it to me. I'm still waiting.

They were sooo kind. They were able to get me in within a couple hours when I was worried I might…read morehave a serious issue. I had the first eye exam of my life with them today and they were super super nice and very knowledgable. They explained what everything was and how it all worked which helped me feel more comfortable with a new experience. 10/10 Would highly recommend, especially for anyone with any anxiety about going to an eye doctor. :)

I've been putting off seeing the optometrist for years, and after finally breaking (it's getting…read moredifficult to read at school) I couldn't be happier with the service I recieved at Ocean. The staff were incredibly welcoming and knowledgeable, I even got to have a great eye conversation (I'm a neiroscience student) while looking at my eye exam photos. Very intelligent and friendly people! The price of the glasses themselves was a bit high; however, if I'm going to get glasses that I feel good about, quality is important! And Ocean has top quality frames and lenses. I'm a happy customer, and feel much better about the whole four-eyes transition!

I have been going to Butlers for probley 20 yrs,these guys know their stuff,they Always have a good…read moreselection of nice frames,and brand name,I have even had contact lenses,and Galen goes that extra mile to make sure you are comfortable when wearing them, and when You purchase sun glasses or glasses they are always the good quality products that last,they don't fall apart like a lot of other places,been there done that,learned my lesson,and the quality of the lenses are great,my moto is you only get one set of eyes,look after them! if you want quality and style go to Butler,they always go the extra mile!

Really great place. They are exceptionally accommodating for military personal , able to fit…read moreglasses and frames to the allotrd price given good selection of frames and glasses were ready in FOUR DAYS!! What a great turnaround Have been recommending them to all our military friends and family.

A nice compact two floor MEC in the heart of downtown Halifax. Typical MEC store layout. Most of…read morethe clothing is on the second floor - accessible by elevator or stairs. All the staff at this location are super friendly and helpful. Doesn't quite have the variety of larger MECs such as in Toronto which is to be expected. Will need to order in less common items.

Bought boots at MEC, a well known and trusted brand. 8 months into wearing them they began to…read moredevelop a rip in the leather. I talked to the manufacturer, the afore mentioned, "trusted brand", they declined to address the rip. So I went back to MEC to check on there guarantee. They agreed that it was a defect, and with zero hassle replaced the boots. Thanks to the staff who were chill and used common sense to determine it was a defect. -Bless up it's 2024 baby!

Finally, a bit of selection. My search for frames has taken me to a handful of far from spectacular…read morespectacle purveyors. Hakim fits the bill when it comes to variety, carrying a large array of differing shapes, colors and sizes. I was greeted and given the dirt promptly by an efficient and bold young woman. She advised me of the deals (buy 2 for $199), but frankly I'm only in the market for one simple pair at this point. I checked out all of the sections, definitely favoring the "World Traveler" area which houses new vintage frames from the early 80s - Yowzah, there were some sweet designs happening under this heading. I popped around and tried on a half dozen frames, but in the end, the prices were giving me the heebie-jeebies. I understand that specs come at a cost, but I'm just not willing to dish out a small fortune for a pair of plastic lens holders. I've opted to go with an old set of frames that my mother once used, so now I'll only have to dish out for the prescription. However, if any store were to sway me otherwise based on variety and trend-appeal, I definitely would have to go with Hakim for their extensive spectacle offerings.

I have never purchased glasses at this shop, but I did pop in here last summer when I needed my…read moresunglasses adjusted. Hakim popped the lenses out, cleaned them, put them back and tightened the hinges on both sides all for free! I'll definitely be back here with any glasses related issues I may have in future!

Gaudet is Great! After receiving the third free repair of my Gaudet glasses I feel compelled to…read morespread the word about their excellent service & staff. Despite being smaller than other stores, Gaudet seems to have a wider selection of all styles, and many of their glasses are unique designs. I think the difference is that the owner is a passionate craftsman rather than someone running a big franchise. Looking for something unique and stylish? Gotta go Gaudet!

Personal, attentive service and a wide fun selection. Gaudet has frames you will not find anywhere…read moreelse. Highly recommend!

Often finding myself browsing through Winners and coming out empty handed lately. The Dartmouth…read morelocation especially I don't know what it is. I find that this season shoe selection is terrible and not enough variety to it. As well tyring to find some new summer tops in my size and shape is almost impossible as the sizes are not there. Now if you are a small framed person then sure go but anything else is challenging. One thing that I can say about Winners is that I do like the fact that more products meaning hair,bath and beauty are coming into the store and at good prices. Just waiting for the full line of Big Sexy Hair to come in.

I haven't purchased clothes anywhere else since 2002…read more For that matter, I suppose kitchen appliances, bathroom linens, shoes, or books anywhere else either. I think that says it all. P.S. Dear Winners: I know you think I haven't noticed that prices seem to be creeping up lately...well I have. And I don't like it. If you're not careful you may see me at the mall on Saturdays. But thanks for all the Steve Maddens you've given me over the years.