Arlington, VA · Independent since 1954
Designer frames, chosen to feel like you.
Your glasses live on the most expressive part of your face and go everywhere you do. The right pair shouldn't just correct your vision — it should feel like an extension of you.
Great eyewear does something quiet and powerful: it makes you feel more like yourself.
There's a reason people remember a face in the right pair of glasses. Frames frame you — your expression, your style, the way you want to be seen. When they're right, you stop thinking about them and simply feel confident. When they're wrong, you feel it all day.
At MacPherson Opticians, we've spent decades helping people in Arlington find that feeling. We carry designer and independent-maker frames — pieces with real character and real craft — and we take the time, one-on-one, to find the ones that genuinely suit you. Not the trend of the moment. Not whatever's stacked highest on a wall. The pair that looks like it was made for you.
And because our lab is in-house, the lenses behind those frames are held to the same standard — even for strong or complex prescriptions, so the frame you fall for always looks its best.
The Makers
Independent designers, not a mall wall.
Most eyewear on the market comes from a handful of giant manufacturers. We choose differently — small, precision-focused makers who sweat every hinge, curve, and colorway.
- LindbergFeatherlight Danish titanium — screwless, rimless, quietly iconic.
- Barton PerreiraRefined California craftsmanship and timeless, wearable acetates.
- DITAArchitectural detailing and meticulous Japanese manufacturing.
- Andy WolfHandmade in Austria — characterful shapes and rich color.
- Article OnePurpose-driven American design with a modern edge.
- Maui JimHawaii-born polarized sun lenses with extraordinary clarity.
Brands rotate with the seasons — visit to see what's new.
The Collection
Frames that fit your life.
Optical and sun, bold and quiet, classic and unexpected — chosen to elevate your style and your confidence. The final choice, of course, is always yours.
Optical · Sunglasses · Sports frames — including prescription options.
Styled by someone who actually looks
Buying frames online means guessing — at fit, at scale, at how they'll actually sit on your face. Here, you're guided by an experienced optician who does this all day, every day.
We consider your face shape and proportions, your coloring, your prescription, and how you spend your days — then we hand you options you might never have reached for yourself, and we tell you the truth about how they look. No pressure, no upsell. Just honest guidance until you find the pair that makes you want to look in the mirror.
Then we fit them properly — adjusted to sit exactly right — and we're here to fine-tune them whenever they need it.
Request an appointment- IndependentOwned in Arlington since 1954
- One-to-oneFitted by an experienced optician
- Optical & sunPrescription options throughout
Good to Know
Frame questions, answered.
Anything else, just call — we're always happy to help.
(703) 536-7800Which designer brands do you carry?
We curate independent and designer makers such as Lindberg, Barton Perreira, DITA, Andy Wolf, Article One, and Maui Jim, alongside others. Our collection changes as we discover pieces worth carrying, so it's always worth a visit to see what's new.
Do you sell prescription sunglasses?
Yes. Most of our frames can be made as prescription sunglasses, and we carry dedicated sun brands with polarized options.
Can you help me choose frames that suit me?
That's the heart of what we do. An experienced optician sits with you one-on-one to consider your face, your coloring, your prescription, and how you live, then helps you find frames that genuinely elevate your style and confidence.
Do you carry titanium or hypoallergenic frames?
Yes — including featherweight titanium and rimless designs that are gentle on sensitive skin and comfortable for all-day wear.
Can I get designer frames with a strong prescription?
Absolutely. We fit strong and complex prescriptions into designer frames every day, and our in-house lab keeps the lenses thin and light so the frame still looks its best.
Where are you located, and is there parking?
We're at 5064 Langston Blvd in Arlington, VA 22207, between Glebe and George Mason, with free parking directly out front. We serve Arlington, Falls Church, McLean, and the greater DC area.
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Find the pair that feels like you.
Come try on frames with someone who'll give you an honest opinion. We see clients by appointment, so you'll always have our full attention.
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