Spex voted BEST EYEWEAR 2015

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
SPEX ‘BEST EYEWEAR’…AGAIN!
CHICAGO READER’S annual ‘BEST OF CHICAGO’ poll rates Spex as ‘best’ for second year.
CHICAGO – JUNE 25, 2015 – Spex, Chicago’s destination for designer eyewear and distinctive sun wear, was
voted by the readership at CHICAGO READER as ‘best eyewear – 2015’ in their annual “Best of Chicago” poll
featured online and in print today, June 25th, 2015.
Spex ~ 50 E. Chicago Avenue location Photo: Tom Schmidt
The ‘best eyewear’ recognition is the second year for the title and amplifies what Spex clients already know:
unique eyewear collections and a penchant for superior customer service -- combined with state-of-the-art
technology, converge to provide “the Spex experience,” ---the premier optical experience, for all ages.
“Spex remains committed to attracting and developing good people; their talents, be it in optics or customer
service, affords a shopping experience that parallels our passion in showcasing premier eyewear designers
versus eyewear brands – our customers appreciate that idea. The ‘best eyewear’ accolade definitely illustrates
the degree of admiration we hold in the 24 neighborhoods we serve,” says Director of Marketing, Michael
Caputo. Spex eyewear collections include Oliver Peoples, Garrett Leight, Lafont, l.a.Eyeworks, Lindberg,
Seraphin, OGI Eyewear, Balenciaga, David Yurman, TOM FORD, Freudenhaus, Maui Jim, Red Rose, Bon Vivant,
and Beausoleil. As with all Spex locations, children’s eyewear, comprehensive eye exams, reading glasses,
eyewear accessories, and contact lens fittings are part of the services offered.
ABOUT SPEX: Spex is matchless with offering artfully crafted eyewear and sun wear to a stylish and discerning
public with an eye for beauty and function. Their product selection ranges from sleek and minimal to vibrant and
eclectic. Style and function merge in unparalleled designer collections from season to season, while attentive and
knowledgeable customer service rounds out the experience for the fashion-forward shopper. Comprehensive eye
exams utilizing the latest technologies are offered. Most major medical and routine vision insurances are
accepted. For additional information visit spexoptical.com
MEDIA CONTACT: Lauren Pappas • Office: 312 945 7212 • Email: lauren.pappas@spexoptical.com
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