Sunglass Hut
Chanel, Gucci, Dolce & Gabbana. Sound like a dream shopping jaunt down Rodeo Drive? Actually, you’ve just entered Sunglass Hut, a specialty sunglass retailer owned by Luxottica Group S.p.A., where designer brands abound and customer service soars. The brainchild of an optometrist, the first Sunglass Hut opened in 1971 as a kiosk in a Miami, Florida mall. Today, the company is the largest seller of non-prescription fashion eyewear for women, men and kids, with stores conveniently placed in malls and shopping centers. From hot-off-the-runway looks to laid-back-beach styles, Sunglass Hut has boasts a wide assortment that is certain to be the perfect accessory to any wardrobe.
Stores are modern, minimalist and expertly organized by price and brand. Like a little slice of heaven, there is typically an entire wall dedicated to A-list designer styles. Open and airy, the floor features many full-length mirrors (you must get the whole fashion picture, afterall) and plentiful, bright lighting so you have a good idea as to how ray-worthy the glasses actually are.
An enticing variety of styles, shapes and colors are among the broad spectrum of fashion eyewear at Sunglass Hut. Whether selecting a pair for glamour, performance or basic sun defense, the style elements of this store’s eyewear impress. Some may argue that, like a watch, sunglasses are an extension of your personality. For darling divas, a purple Prada with Swarovski crystal trim will do. Wave catchers will go wild over Maui Jim’s latest and greatest vibe, while pop fashionistas may adore a gemmed-up Juicy. Beyond the frame and down to business, Sunglass Hut has got you protected. All of its premium sunglasses feature 100% UV block, while photochromic (adjustable tint) lenses offer 99.5%.
Sunglass Hut customer service is a stand out with its outgoing, friendly and well-trained associates who offer plenty of knowledge about the purchase you are about to make. And, once you do so, the returns policies are second to none. For most brands, within 90 days simply bring back your receipt and original packaging for a full refund or exchange. Past the 90 days? No problem. Up to 12 months later, Sunglass Hut will replace your broken, scratched or bent sunglasses at 50% off the original retail price with the same or equivalent pair.
Community outreach is viewed as a priority mission at Sunglass Hut. Through its OneSight program and collaboration with Global Eye Care Clinics, the company has helped hand-deliver eye care and eyewear across the globe, ultimately improving the vision of over six million adults and children. OneSight has also funded over $6 million for vision preservations grants and optometry scholarships.
Today, Sunglass Hut has nearly 2000 stores worldwide, including over 1500 in North America. With plans that focus on an expansion of 100 stores in India by 2015, this company’s future couldn’t be brighter….better grab those shades.
For more information, visit www.sunglasshut.com
