By appointment only
Hi everyone. We are happy to announce we’re re-opening 23rd June (By appointment only), this is great news for us all to get back to doing what enjoy – looking after you – we have heard from lots of clients who have been looking forward to us re-opening and getting back to some normality.
Eyewear at Glimpse
You probably spend more time with your glasses than your closest friends. Get your next pair completely right by choosing from our carefully curated selection of frames, with eyewear ranges entirely exclusive to our Birmingham opticians. Choose from MYKITA, Garrett Leight, Maui Jim, Anne et Valentin, Vinylize, Ørgreen, Theo and LINDBERG. And if frames aren’t always your thing, we’ve got contact lenses covered too…
Our optometrists boast decades of experience of working in eyecare. We have honed our trade to a point where you can have absolute faith in, not only our integrity, but our ability. Our team understand that your frames are an extension of you. From your consultation, through your eye test, to picking out the perfect frames, at Glimpse you’ll find excellence at the centre of everything we do. Come and meet our lovely team who will make your experience just that little bit special.
We see ourselves as the first filter. We’ve condensed a world’s-worth of brands into an exclusive few that offer the most on-trend and interesting eyewear. Once you’re in-store we can find the right brand, the right range and the perfect pair of glasses for you. Sometimes all you need is a new perspective.
MYKITA
MYKITA is a modern manufactory that combines precision craftsmanship with new technologies.A constant search for innovation, the visionary use of materials and a wealth of experience in eyewear design are the defining elements behind MYKITA’s collections.
GARRETT LEIGHT
Founded in 2011 in Venice Beach, Los Angeles, Garrett Leight California Optical is committed to producing eyewear that combines top-notch craftsmanship with timeless aesthetics. The word "California" is included in the brand's name as a reminder of the easy-going, culture-inspired philosophy which the designs incorporate.
MAUI JIM
Aloha and welcome to Maui Jim sunglasses. Super lightweight with fantastic optics, Maui Jim are the sunglasses choice for people who want comfort and protection. The difference is impossible to miss. Put on a pair of Maui Jims and, instantly, glare is gone. The world's true colours come shining through like never before.
ANNE ET VALENTIN
For over fifteen years, Anne et Valentin have designed their frames in the spirit of a constant renewal of form and colour. They combine their savoir-faire with an equal mix of respect and anti-conformism, to create frames that never let you down.
VINYLIZE
Vinylize eyewear is a revelation in eyewear development. We love the art that Vinylize has created by remodelling old vinyl records into beautiful statement pieces. Each frame is individually hand crafted over a period of many months at their workshop based in Budapest. The highest quality materials and master craftsmanship are combined to lovingly create each unique piece.
Ørgreen
Ørgreen Optical is Danish design at its best. The values and standards set in the fifties and sixties by internationally acclaimed designers such as Arne Jacobsen and Louis Poulsen - innovation, quality, minimalism, and clean lines, yet with an Ørgreen twist, consisting of unique details and subtle touches, inspired by street culture, extreme sports and classic cars.
Theo
What began as a memo on an order form has developed into the slogan for the most headstrong Belgian brand of spectacles: ‘theo loves you’. To this very day the motto connects everything theo does, every collection.
LINDBERG
Everything they do is steeped in the Danish design tradition of discreet, classic elegance and carefully considered simplicity. They insist on a unique blend of no-compromise attention to detail, patented technologies and individual craftsmanship to create a remarkable visual impact. Patented Lindberg technical innovations, along with carefully engineered and crafted details, have revolutionised modern eyewear.
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By appointment only
Please note that due to COVID we are operating on an appointment only basis.
Please drop us a line on 0121 389 0841
or email hello@glimpseopticians.co.uk to arrange
By appointment only
Please note that due to COVID we are operating on an appointment only basis.
Please drop us a line on 0121 389 0841
or email hello@glimpseopticians.co.uk to arrange
Follow us @glimpseoptician for all the latest content, glasses and to see our amazing customers in our specs.
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The best opticians in town. I got my glasses from Glimpse and the whole experience was outstanding. They really care and advice you on what would suit you best in terms of appearance, lifestyle and work life.
I also took my sister in law here who has a disability. They were so accommodating and understanding of the situation. Gerry, Matt and Steph went above and beyond to get her the right prescription and make her feel confident. Thank you so much guys, you are amazing! 
David Sturgeon
10/17/2018 Fab range of glasses, and incredible service. I am a repeat customer, for glasses and sunglasses, and will definitely be back again - the variety of styles available is great, and they are ultra stylish, but more importantly, the service is so friendly and personal. 
Emily Clark
3/11/2018 Fantastic service for Matt and Gerry. Superb range of choice and options and a great environment to get the perfect frames. 
Matt Mcmahon
4/02/2018 - Just got back to work after a quick visit to Glimpse to repair my glasses after a lens popped out. I don't live in Birmingham so I'm not one of their customers, but they were very helpful, opening the shop a few minutes early when they saw me waiting in the cold outside, fixing my glasses so quickly (free of charge) that I was on my way even before their normal opening time. Very friendly, helpful people, nice shop in a pleasant and convenient location in central Birmingham. If I lived here, I'd be a regular customer!
Chris Webster
12/12/2017 I had been looking for the perfect pair of glasses for some time and was becoming tired of visiting the same types generic spectacle retailers who were all offering the same types of frames. Then I visited Glimpse Opticians :-D The styles; unique, fashionable, unusual or quirky. The staff; fantastic, personable, helpful, understanding, easy going and not pushy.
If you want a great pair of glasses and appreciate a personal touch then this is the place for you. Highly recommended. J 
James Davies
1/04/2018