Photographed by Annie Gallagher/Black Box Studio
PHILOSOPHY:
“Why compromise when it comes to glasses? Bespoke spectacles and sunglasses fit perfectly because they are expressly designed and handmade to suite a person’s face, coloring, physical characteristics and lifestyle,” says Tom Davies. “And there are no new skills for an optician to learn when creating bespoke frames. It’s comparable to working with a rimless product, but with any style of frame.”
PRICE POINT:
$$$$$. For additional information, contact Tom Davies, www.tdtomdavies.com
INSIGHT
Tom Davies studied film and television before going to China at the age of 21 to work for a startup eyewear company, building production from scratch and designing for various worldwide brands. Returning to London in 2000, he established a couture optical business, selling frames and sunglasses to the rich and famous.Eventually he developed a ready-to-wear line, offered through top ECPS worldwide. In 2008, Davies opened his own factory and now offers full bespoke service through a global network.