The Optical Foundry's Indie4Indie series explores the indie eyecare community’s rich, colorful, and varied partnerships. Whether it was love at first sight or on second glance, every partnership formed has a unique story worth telling. INDIE 4 INDIE The Optical Foundry's Indie4Indie series explores the indie eyecare community’s rich, colorful, and varied partnerships. Whether it was love at first sight or on second glance, every partnership formed has a unique story worth telling. EXpLORE OUR INDIE 4 INDIE SERIES WATERLOO VISION CARE CLINIC Swell Vision Center Associated Eye Care Birch Run Eyecare Foresight Vision Care The Optical Foundry Independence for Independent Optical Independent practices have always offered something different — built on relationships, expertise, and trust. The Optical Foundry was created to help them stand apart, compete, and grow on their own terms. BEYOND THE LOGO The best eyewear does more than display a name. It helps a person look like themselves. Independent optical has always been at its best when it helps people discover something personal rather than something popular. The right frame is not simply a badge of status or recognition — it is a reflection of identity. Independent practices are not simply selling frames; they are helping patients make a choice that sits at the center of their face every day. The right frame should express the patient's individuality, support the practice's expertise, and give the customer a reason to remember where they found it. That is why The Optical Foundry brings together brands with distinct identities, thoughtful design, and true optical wearability. From modern color and personality to refined materials, Japanese manufacturing, and carefully balanced shapes, each collection is created to give practices options that feel original without becoming difficult to wear. A Different Kind of Partner For independent practices, differentiation is not only about the product on the board — it is also about the support behind it. The Optical Foundry exists to be more than a supplier. Our brands, sales representatives, training, merchandising guidance, and technology are all built around the same purpose: helping independent practices present better, sell with more confidence, and create a stronger patient experience. That includes digital tools like Sayduck virtual try-on technology, which helps practices bring product experiences to life in more modern, visual, and accessible ways. WHY IT MATTERS Independence is not just a business model. It is a promise. It means patients can walk into an independent optical practice and find expertise, personality, and choice that feels different from the rest of the market. When an independent practice has the right product, the right story, and the right support, it becomes more than a place to buy eyewear. It becomes a place patients remember. "Independent practices deserve independent solutions." Share your story with us to be featured in our NEXT indie4indie series! Submit Thanks for submitting! We will be in touch with you soon!

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You may not be taking the highway to the danger zone anytime soon, but this thrill-ready vintage inspired shape is designed with our classic Gels TR-90 material, so it is ready for wherever your day is taking you. The Simon DOWNLOAD PRODUCT SHEET

Bring out the light-hearted side of elegance with this cat eye shape with vintage style undertones. Rich base color pigments elaborated with pops of warm tortoise flourishes bring dimensionality and movement to this comfortable and upscale design. Olin LEARN MORE

The boldness of the OGI eyewear collection speaks to confidence, true beauty within and the immense value one brings to the world. These eye-catching styles are a bridge that seamlessly connects a unique personality to the blank canvas of every day expression. try-on the ogi collection OGI Eyewear’s Virtual Try-On experience is a perfect first tool to help keep you and your clients connected! You can view 3D models and experience the realistic 360 degree view of your favorite OGI Eyewear styles. To embrace OGI Eyewear’s groundbreaking Virtual Try-On technology, use any iPhone 10, iPad Pro with Facial Recognition or newer, click DISCOVER IN AR button once the frames appear and try on as many styles and colors you like wherever you are! Please let us know if you have any questions! shop now virtual try-on app

How lovely to pair a perfectly formed cat eye with stunningly gorgeous triple-gradient, handmade acetates from Mazzucchelli, Italy. On top of that, dress it up with a dance of Austrian crystals and metal studs on the brow to create a cascade of textural articulation. 32 DOWNLOAD PRODUCT SHEET

This companion to the style Marquis sizes things down a bit, while exuding the beautiful workmanship and product hand achieved by the outstanding made in Japan craftsmanship. This style perfectly possesses the aura of achievement and confidence with every detail, such as the custom cast rivets on the front and the hand polished acetate in rich hues. Mendelssohn LEARN MORE

The Barlow shows that are frames are handcrafted in every respect. The beveling around the rim and brow make this frame appear as if it were sculpted from clay. Because of its classic wayfarer silhouette, this frame can be worn by just about everyone. Dayton DOWNLOAD PRODUCT SHEET

A sophisticated metal silhouette inspired by the elegance of fine jewelry. Beautiful jewelry is designed to illuminate rather than impress. Shimmer 89 follows the same philosophy, pairing graceful metalwork with brilliant Austrian crystals to create a frame that feels light, elegant, and enduring. Refined metal construction and luminous crystal accents give the design an unmistakable sense of modern elegance. 89 LEARN MORE

Nothing says classic elegance like a rounded metal frame, and Ryan delivers with the perfectly proportioned frame incorporating lustrous acetate at the temple tips. Adjustable nose pads ensure that this look is as comfortable as it is chic. Sonny DOWNLOAD PRODUCT SHEET