According to Jessica Ortiz, eyewear should be art for your face. Jessica is the dynamic owner/optician of Sassy Glasses in Phoenix, an edgy, fashion-forward optical boutique that curates a high quality inventory of over 1,000 extraordinary frames.
The family-owned optical business has been serving the Valley for over 20 years offering personalized eyewear from independent frame manufacturers from all over the globe.
Jessica is an esteemed optician with an amazing “eye” for beauty and fashion. In fact, she has a vast celebrity clientele including Arizona-based Robert Kiyosaki, the author of "Rich Dad Poor Dad."
Known as the Valley's genius in picking the right frame for your face, Jessica's optometry journey dates back to her childhood. As a young girl, she contracted spinal meningitis going legally blind in one eye. This experience has channeled her love for helping others to see better... and see in style.
According to the eyewear connoisseur, Jessica says vibrant colors are trending in the wonderful world of eyewear. She also suggests opting for shapes- round and octagonal- as they tend to flatter some face shapes by softening sharp features, balancing out a face, or highlighting the eyes. And to best showcase your unique personality, Jessica says customization is key (something she values at Sassy).
Here are four trending styles and brands you won't find at mainstream retailers, all available at Sassy Glasses.
Dita ‘Flight.006’
Handmade in Japan, these specs pay homage to fighter pilots and their source of style. Crafted from robust, modern materials, this iconic frame embodies the spirit of its namesake. Flight.006 offers full customization for men and women allowing for the creation of unique designs.
Anne & Valentin ‘Fold-Olaf’
Designed and handmade in Toulouse, France, Anne & Valentin frames are made from stainless steel and acetate. The folding mechanism in production triggers an interplay of shadows and symmetry of levels, like structured stairs. The projected bridge brings an atypical retro-modern dimension, while maintaining a timeless classicism.
Vinylize ‘Sabbath’
Vinylize frames are handmade in Budapest, Hungary, with the first frame having been carved by hand from a 12" Creedence Clearwater Revival album held together with cigar box hinges. Vinylize is the original eyewear made from vinyl records upcycling more than three tons of vinyl records each year. Built to last and suitable for fitting with optical lenses or ready to wear as sunglasses, these exclusive designs combine premium elegance with a genuine piece of musical history.
FEB 31st ‘Nicole’
FEB 31st frames are custom and completely handmade in Val Brembilla, Italy. The company offers an almost limitless range of possibilities when customizing frames with dozens of colors, woodgrains and temple lengths to choose from. FEB 31st values sustainability and giving wearers the utmost level of creative curation freedom. sassyglasses.com
"Eyewear should be art for your face. What's hot in the world of stylish specs? Think pops of vibrant color, diverse shapes and customizable designs."
-Jessica Ortiz, Owner, Sassy Glasses