Specs Around Town - A Mobile Optical Service and Boutique

Specs Around Town...

Beginning in 1998 Specs Around Town brought optical services and eyewear to their clients at home, the workplace or wherever a client requested. Julie's bright blue Volkswagen beetle sporting her BUGEYZ4 license plate quickly became a distinct and conspicuous part of the Bloomington-Normal landscape. Opening an eyewear boutique has been a continuing dream for Julie...

Specs Around Town...Downtown!

Fall of 2001 Specs Around Town Optical Boutique opened its doors. Step into our boutique and you won't believe your eyes! Located in the beautifully restored Emmett-Scharf Electric Co. building, the boutique is an eclectic mix of historical detailing and retro furnishings!

Specs Around Town features over 15 eyewear collections many exclusive and not found anywhere else in central Illinois. The boutique also features jewelry, watches, accessories and original works from local artists. Owner Julie Kubsch, a licensed optician, and staff help clients select the lenses and frames best suited for their prescriptions and personal style. They fill all eyeglass prescriptions and also do frame adjustments and repairs.

Complimentary 90 minute parking on the street and also in the Fox & Hounds parking lot directly across the street from Specs Around Town.

Specs Around Town Optical Boutique -
Frequently Asked Questions

Our focus at Specs Around Town Optical Boutique is to give you high quality eyewear and personal service that accommodates your busy lifestyle.
Our niche is an inventory of cutting edge eyewear styles, the latest in optical technology, one-on-one attention and exceeding our customers expectations by bringing all this to you!

Personal Appointments

I just had my eye exam, but I do not have my prescription. "How can I get my glasses from Specs Around Town?" Call your doctor and ask for a copy! The FTC regulates the release of prescriptions. The prescription release rule mandates the release of prescription to the patient and prohibits disclaimers or extra fees for the prescription. Then it is up to you to decide who you would like to fill your prescription. If you would like Specs Around Town can call your doctor and request a copy of your prescription for you!

Insurance Coverage
Insurance coverage

I have vision insurance- can I get my new eyewear from Specs Around Town?
If your insurance provider allows you to get services from the Optical provider of your choice, you can definitely get your glasses from Specs Around Town. We do require payment in full and then your insurance will reimburse you. Get the eyewear you really want from the Optical Boutique of your choice!

Something else to consider:
Does your employer offer flexible spending plan or medical expense reimbursement (MER)?

At year end, or anytime, don't forget that your accumulated funds can be used to get a second pair of glasses or those prescription sunglasses that you have always wanted. Don't let your money go to waste - if you don't use it you lose it.

We welcome out of network VSP and Eyemed vision insurance clients.

Gift Certificates

Gift certificates in any dollar amount from Specs Around Town make the perfect birthday, anniversary, or holiday boss or employee gift. We will customize the perfect gift for you and your pocketbook.

NEW ENHANCED

Referral Programs & Discounts

Our Referral Program:
Refer THREE NEW clients who purchase eyewear and receive a one time 20% off any additional purchase from our Boutique including jewelry, eyewear and accessories.
Multiple Pair Discounts
You will receive 15% off additional complete pairs of eyewear within 90 days of your first prescription eyewear purchase.

Personal Shopping

Personal Shopping is always available by appointment - Please call us at (309)827-7327 to schedule!

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