The Warby Parker Experience

I have been dying for new glasses for years now. The last pair I got was a pair of kids' Coach glasses my junior year of high school. So, after my yearly exam my mom finally agreed it was time for a new pair. And I knew exactly which pair I wanted.

Enter: Warby Parker.

I have been window shopping their site for months now, ever since I heard about what an amazing comapny they are. First of all, when you buy a pair of their glasses, they give a pair to a child in need, as well as work to train doctors in developing countries. That way, not only can the less fortunate have affordable glasses so that they can learn and work, but doctors are trained, creating jobs and the ability to provide glasses into the future. Like TOMS, but without putting local entrepenuers out of business.

These glasses are also super affordable. At $95 a pair (perscription included) I couldn't say no. Not to mention how stylish they are. I ended up with the Ainsworth, which are big enough to be in style, but not so big and bulky that I feel like I'm trying too hard.

And they have the most amazing customer service. They have a Home Try On feature, where you select five frames to be sent to you at no cost, and you have five days to try them on and then send them back. Since the closest store to me is in New York City, this option was a godsend. Instead of ordering blindly (pun intended) I could actually try on a few pairs and pick the ones I wanted to order.

Also, when I tweeted about my glasses, Warby Parker tweeted me back. Always a plus.

Their showroom is also absolutely gorgeous. I'm dying to drop in the next time I'm in the city.