Perfect experience , simple ordering process , frames arrived quickly , good value Super happy to have found the same as my existing but broken frames . Thank you
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Got another pair of glasses from retrospecced, and they came quick, with my prescription. Lovely glasses box and a couple of cleaning cloths. Guilt free designer glasses at an excellent price, and als... See more
Good choice of refurbed designer, vintage and retro frames at great prices. Easy to use website and good option to try before you buy (I didn't). Turnaround for getting lenses fitted a little long (... See more
Helpful and quick reply to my email re replacing a lens in my sunglasses. Kept me up to date on progress and the glasses were returned in a smart designer case. I could have purchased a new pair mor... See more
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Retrospecced sells vintage and preloved designer glasses. Our optician can customise our frames with any lenses for you - making us the perfect choice for your next pair of prescription glasses, glasses with blue light filter lenses, sunglasses or even varifocals! We donate a portion from each sale to global vision charities.
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Fantastic!
I’m a happy customer! bought a few pairs of glasses from here, they arrived and I liked them even more than I was expecting. Easy to communicate with and great value and service. I will be back for more, I’m sure.
23 July 2023
Style and social benefit, perfect!
I buy loads of glasses from Retrospecced. I think the concept is great and the glasses are incredible!
I’ve never had anything but excellent service and exciting different styles to wear.
Would highly recommend to anyone who wants something a bit different and wants to do good while indulging in some one off eyewear options.
29 May 2023
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Customer service was excellent
Customer service was excellent, very friendly and professional when sending details about the glasses. I would definitely buy from retrospecced again, the quality of the frames and lenses are very well done, it's also cool that they're recycled frames 😗👌
30 March 2023
Happy with the entire process
I ordered about 6 different frames to try on and they were shipped very quickly. All were intact, looked very clean, and I would even say that some looked brand new instead of 2nd hand! I ultimately ended up keeping one of the frames and sending the rest in, which was a great option because I wasn't sure if I wanted to get them glazed then or wait a bit.
To summarise, great service with no issues, and I would definitely recommend.
8 March 2023
Excellent choice and value for money
Easy to order and an excellent range of frames however it would be I feel easier to email the prescription rather than completing the online form
I was kept informed throughout the proccess
25 February 2023
Small face cat eye specs at last
After searching for small cat eye specs everywhere, this was a great find and plan to buy more. The honest email of informing of a longer wait was very helpfull.
I love my specs. Price is very reasonable as well
24 February 2023
Great customer service
They were responsive when I had to return the frames that I tried at home, and they refunded my money really quickly, and were very helpful.
26 January 2023
Don’t hesitate and order !
Hilfiger glasses arrived and I’m absolutely thrilled! I would definitely recommend Retrospecced to anyone thinking of buying new glasses. Easy to order, frames as expected and prescription lenses too …. What’s not to like!!
12 January 2023
Great customer service (extremely…
Great customer service (extremely caring and attentive) and very happy to buy preloved glasses AND donate to a good cause!
7 January 2023
Fantastic company with great products!
Fantastic company with great products!
I love the ethos of company with their emphasis on sustainability.
6 January 2023
Always brilliant
5 December 2022
Amazing
Last year I bought an amazing pair of original frames from circa 1940 - 1960 - they are exactly as described and my FAVOURITE frames EVER! I had them glazed with my prescription and the process was very simple. Even though I didn't know my pupillage distance, everyone was very helpful and friendly. This year I had to get them re-glazed according to my new prescription and the experience was just as seamless. Knowing that I'm contributing to a good cause adds to the positive experience ten-fold. I cannot recommend Retrospecced highly enough - they will be my go to whenever I need/want a new pair of glasses!
8 November 2022
The frames were ok bit basic delivery…
The frames were ok bit basic delivery reasonable quick
Didn’t like the spec case as from specsavers
9 November 2022
Reply from Retrospecced
Thanks for the review Sandie. You’re welcome to return the frame and try another - we have a very extensive range. All of our cases are new but recycled as we’ve saved them from going to landfill, so there are a variety of brands in the mix. Please do contact us if you would like to swap.
Great company, more measurements necessary
I love the concept of giving specs new life and the sales going to the benefit of communities that need them! Ultimately, that's why I'm shopping for a new pair of glasses at Retrospecced. Unfortunately, I feel like the measuring system could be more detailed or consistent. Sometimes frames in the store have the same measurements, but one will be classed as small and the other as medium. Other issues include a lack of detail regarding measurements. In the case of the glasses I purchased to try on, the measurement was accurate for the lenses themselves, however, the frames (of both pairs) extended beyond the lens quite a bit. Thus, both pairs of glasses were much larger than I anticipated. (Additionally, no length for the legs of the frames are given.) It would be helpful if such sizing issues were in the description of the product. Other than that, I'm happy with the service and quality of frames on far. I'll have to keep searching for my perfect pair.
14 October 2022
Reply from Retrospecced
Hi, thanks for your review. We are always looking to improve so this is useful feedback. It’s a shame the pairs you ordered for home trial weren’t suitable but we’d love to help you find a pair that’s perfect for you! Please do get back in touch if you’d like us to do a bespoke search through our stock for you and find some others you might like to try.
Reply from Retrospecced
Thank you Francoise!
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