Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Opticians in Arlington, VA
Since 1954, Macpherson Opticians has been dedicated to delivering bespoke eyewear and precision lenses with an unparalleled customer experience. Our team of licensed opticians provides personalized service, ensuring every client receives tailored solutions for their vision needs. We specialize in crafting complex prescriptions in-house, combining advanced technology with traditional craftsmanship. Our curated collection of frames includes classic silhouettes and bold statement pieces from small, precision-focused manufacturers. With over seven decades of experience, we prioritize pairing optical precision with timeless style to meet the unique lifestyles of our clients.We offer a collaborative approach where clients work one-on-one with our experts to select frames and fill prescriptions accurately. Our commitment to quality extends to advanced lens coatings and treatments designed for modern visual demands, including digital eye strain relief. Located in Arlington, VA, we maintain a tradition of excellence while adapting to contemporary optical innovations. Our appointment-based model ensures focused attention for every client, fostering long-term relationships built on trust and expertise. We pride ourselves on transparency, offering itemized receipts for insurance reimbursement despite not accepting direct insurance payments.
Services
Eyewear Selection
Prescription Lenses
Pediatric Frames
Complex Prescriptions
Sunglasses & Sports Frames
Details
- Year established: 1954
Highlights and features
- We offer 70+ years of expertise in custom eyewear since 1954
- Our team includes licensed opticians with specialized lens-crafting skills
- We provide in-house lens edging for complex prescriptions
- We maintain a curated selection of high-quality, style-focused frames
- Our appointment-based service ensures personalized attention
Services
Prescription Lenses
We craft precision prescription lenses tailored to individual vision needs, including high myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, and prism corrections. Our in-house edging capabilities ensure accuracy for complex prescriptions. Advanced coatings reduce glare and eye strain while providing scratch resistance for lasting durability.
Eyewear Selection
Our curated collection features frames from small manufacturers, offering classic silhouettes and bold statement pieces. Licensed opticians assist with personalized frame selection that complements facial features and lifestyle needs. We specialize in finding perfect fits for both adults and children.
Pediatric Frames
We offer the largest pediatric frame selection in the area, focusing on durable, comfortable designs for growing faces. Our opticians help children find stylish, well-fitting frames while ensuring proper lens prescriptions for developing vision. Frames withstand active lifestyles while maintaining optical precision.
Digital Eye Strain Solutions
Specialized lenses and coatings address modern digital eye strain from computer and smartphone use. Our solutions reduce headaches and neck pain through optimized intermediate vision correction. Anti-reflective treatments improve screen clarity while minimizing blue light exposure for comfortable all-day wear.
Progressive Lenses
State-of-the-art progressive lenses provide seamless vision correction for presbyopia patients. Our custom designs eliminate visible lines while maintaining clear transitions between distance, intermediate, and near vision zones. Expert fitting ensures optimal adaptation for first-time and experienced progressive lens wearers.
Questions
Do you perform eye exams?
We do not perform eye exams but can refer you to trusted local doctors. Our focus is helping you select frames and filling prescriptions accurately.
Do you carry children's frames?
Yes, we offer the largest pediatric frame selection in the area with durable, stylish options for young wearers.
Can you handle complex prescriptions?
Yes, we specialize in complex prescriptions including high myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, and prism corrections with precision lens crafting.
Do you accept insurance?
We do not accept insurance directly but provide itemized receipts for out-of-network reimbursement from most insurance companies.
What locations do you serve?
We primarily serve Arlington, VA and surrounding areas from our Langston Blvd location between Glebe and George Mason.
Do you offer parking options?
Yes, we provide free parking directly in front of our store for customer convenience.
