Gucci Glasses in Brooklyn: Designer Frames You Can Actually Try On
If you're looking for Gucci glasses in Brooklyn, Nostrand Optical on Nostrand Ave in Crown Heights carries Gucci frames alongside a full selection of designer eyewear — and you can get them fitted with your prescription the same day for most standard lenses. No ordering online and hoping they fit. No waiting a week. You try them on, pick what you love, and leave looking good.
That's the straightforward version. Here's everything else worth knowing before you come in.
Key Takeaways
- Nostrand Optical in Crown Heights carries Gucci frames, plus Versace, Prada, and Dolce & Gabbana
- All frames can be fitted with prescription lenses, including progressives, anti-reflective coatings, and blue light lenses
- Same-day glasses are available for most standard prescriptions
- Dr. Alexander Shlivko, OD, handles your eye exam and prescription in-office — no need to go anywhere else
- We accept Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Health First, Fidelis, and more — check your coverage here
Why Buy Designer Glasses From an Optometrist in Crown Heights?
There are a few ways to buy Gucci glasses in Brooklyn. You can order online, visit a department store, or come to a neighborhood optometrist like Nostrand Optical. Each option is different, and the differences matter.
When you buy frames at an optometry practice, you're not just buying eyewear. You're getting lenses that are measured and fitted specifically for your eyes. That means your pupillary distance is measured correctly, your lens height is set right for the frame you chose, and your prescription is verified before anything goes into production. For progressives especially, that precision matters a lot. An improperly fitted progressive lens is a headache waiting to happen — literally.
Online retailers can't do that. Neither can a department store cosmetics counter. Dr. Shlivko can.
At Nostrand Optical, the process is simple: you get your eye exam (or bring in a current prescription), you pick your frames, and we handle the rest. For most standard prescriptions, your glasses are ready the same day. No week-long wait, no shipping delays, no surprises when the package arrives and the fit is off.
If you're in Crown Heights, Prospect Heights, Flatbush, or Bed-Stuy, you're a short trip to Nostrand Ave. That convenience is part of what makes the neighborhood practice model worth it.
What Designer Frames Does Nostrand Optical Carry?
Nostrand Optical carries a curated selection of designer frames that you won't typically find at a chain vision center. Current brands include:
- Gucci — iconic hardware, bold shapes, the GG logo detailing that's immediately recognizable
- Versace — high-drama Italian frames, often with Medusa or Greek key accents
- Prada — clean, architectural designs with premium materials
- Dolce & Gabbana — patterns, color, and personality in one frame
These aren't knockoffs or second-tier lines. They're the actual brands, with the same quality you'd find at a flagship boutique — but paired with clinical expertise and same-day lens service.
Frame inventory changes regularly, so if you have something specific in mind, call ahead and we'll tell you what's in stock. Or just come in and browse. Most people find something they love once they actually try frames on in person.
Getting Your Gucci Prescription Glasses in Brooklyn
Step 1: Your Eye Exam
If you don't have a current prescription, you'll need an eye exam first. Dr. Alexander Shlivko, OD, does full eye exams at Nostrand Optical that cover your vision prescription plus your overall eye health. That includes checking eye pressure, evaluating the optic nerve, and screening for early signs of conditions like glaucoma and cataracts.
The exam takes about 45 minutes. You'll leave with an accurate, up-to-date prescription and a clear picture of your eye health. That's worth doing whether or not you're buying designer frames that day.
If you already have a valid prescription from another provider, you're welcome to bring it in and go straight to frame selection. We'll verify it and get you set up.
Book your eye exam at Nostrand Optical — Dr. Shlivko is accepting new patients.
Step 2: Frame Selection
Once your prescription is confirmed, you pick your frames. Our staff can help you think through what shapes work for your face, what lens types make sense for your prescription and lifestyle, and what coatings you actually need versus what's just a nice-to-have.
For Gucci and other designer frames, we'll also make sure your prescription can be correctly fitted into the frame you choose. Some high-fashion frames have very specific lens requirements, and it's better to know that before you fall in love with a pair.
Step 3: Lenses and Coatings
This is where your glasses actually get made. Lens options at Nostrand Optical include:
- Single vision — for distance or reading
- Bifocal and progressive (no-line) lenses — for patients who need correction at multiple distances
- Anti-reflective coatings — reduces glare from screens and headlights
- Blue light blocking lenses — for heavy screen users
- Photochromic (transitions) lenses — darken automatically in sunlight
For most standard prescriptions, lenses can be ready the same day. Complex prescriptions, high-index lenses, or specialty coatings may take longer — we'll give you an honest timeline before you commit.
A Real Story: Marcus Gets His First Designer Frames
Marcus, 34, came into Nostrand Optical on a Saturday afternoon. He'd been wearing the same basic frames from a chain store for three years and was overdue for both an exam and a style upgrade. He'd been thinking about Gucci glasses for a while but assumed he'd have to go to a mall in Manhattan or order online.
Dr. Shlivko did his full exam, updated his prescription (his distance vision had shifted slightly), and then Marcus spent about 20 minutes trying on frames. He left with a pair of Gucci acetate frames with anti-reflective single-vision lenses, ready the same day. His exact words were, "I didn't think I could get this in Crown Heights."
That's kind of the point.
Who Buys Designer Glasses — And Who Should Consider It
There's a version of the designer eyewear conversation that makes it sound like a luxury only some people access. But in Crown Heights, Nostrand Optical's patients include everyone from teachers and transit workers to retirees and young professionals. Designer frames aren't reserved for a particular income bracket or style sensibility.
Here's who tends to love designer frames most:
Patients who wear glasses every day. If your glasses are on your face for 12 hours a day, the quality of the frame matters. Gucci and Prada frames are made from better materials than most budget options. They hold their shape longer, they're more comfortable, and they look better after a year of daily use.
Patients upgrading from contacts. A lot of people who've worn contacts for years decide at some point that they want to actually wear glasses again — but glasses they feel good in. Designer frames make that transition easy.
Patients who see glasses as part of their identity. This isn't superficial. How you look matters to how you feel. If a great pair of frames makes you feel confident, that's a real thing worth investing in.
Patients with complex prescriptions who've struggled to find frames that work. Ironically, designer frames sometimes work better for high prescriptions because of how they're engineered. Dr. Shlivko can help you figure out which frames are compatible with your prescription.
A Real Story: Denise Replaces Her Damaged Frames Fast
Denise, 52, came in on a Tuesday after her reading glasses were damaged — a grandkid sat on them. She needed a replacement fast and had been meaning to treat herself to something nicer anyway. She'd seen Versace frames on a friend and wanted to try them.
She came in, had a quick prescription check (still current), tried on several Versace styles, and picked a pair that afternoon. Same-day lenses meant she left with her new glasses before dinner. She's been back twice since for accessories and is now due for her annual exam this spring.
What Do Gucci Glasses Cost in Brooklyn?
We're not going to pretend designer frames are cheap. Gucci, Versace, Prada, and Dolce & Gabbana frames reflect what they are: premium products made with quality materials. Frame prices vary by style and collection.
That said, there are a few things worth knowing:
Vision insurance often covers part of it. If you have a vision plan through an employer, union, or a Medicaid vision benefit, that coverage may apply toward your frames and lenses. Check what plans we accept before you assume you're paying out of pocket for everything.
CareCredit is available. Nostrand Optical accepts CareCredit, which offers healthcare financing with zero-interest options. That means you can spread the cost of your exam, frames, and lenses over time without paying more.
The cost of glasses includes more than the frame. When you buy prescription glasses at Nostrand Optical, you're paying for the exam, the lenses, the fitting, and Dr. Shlivko's expertise in making sure everything is correct. That's meaningfully different from buying frames online and hoping for the best.
A Real Story: The Right Frame for a Difficult Prescription
Yolanda, 47, has a high minus prescription with significant astigmatism — the kind that limits which frames actually work well. She'd wanted Prada frames for years but had been told at other places that her prescription was "too strong" for most designer styles.
Dr. Shlivko evaluated her prescription and helped her identify two Prada frames that were compatible with high-index lenses, which keep the lens thin enough to work in the frame without distorting the look. She'd never had that conversation at a chain store before. She walked out with exactly what she'd wanted, fitted correctly.
That's what the neighborhood practice difference actually looks like.
Gucci Glasses and Your Annual Eye Exam — Don't Skip One for the Other
If you're coming in primarily for frames, it's worth getting a current eye exam while you're here, especially if it's been more than a year. Wearing glasses made to an outdated prescription isn't just less effective — it can cause headaches, eye strain, and fatigue.
Dr. Shlivko offers eye exams in Crown Heights that cover your full vision and eye health, not just your glasses prescription. Annual exams for adults over 40 can catch early signs of glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration — conditions that don't always cause obvious symptoms early on.
You can read more about what a full eye exam covers in our post on eye exams in Crown Heights, Brooklyn. And if you've been having trouble with contact lenses, we also do contact lens fittings in Brooklyn.
How to Get Designer Glasses at Nostrand Optical
Here's the short version:
- Book an appointment with Dr. Shlivko at Nostrand Optical
- Get your eye exam or bring a current prescription
- Try on frames from our designer selection — Gucci, Versace, Prada, Dolce & Gabbana
- Choose your lenses and coatings
- Pick up your glasses same day for most standard prescriptions
That's it. You don't need to go to Manhattan. You don't need to order online and wait. Nostrand Ave is right here in Crown Heights, and we're ready when you are.
We accept Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Anthem, Health First, Fidelis, union plans, and CareCredit. Verify your coverage before you come in, or call us and we'll check for you.
Come See What's in Stock
Nostrand Optical is at 1018C Nostrand Ave in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, NY 11225. If you're coming from Flatbush, Prospect Heights, or Bed-Stuy, we're easy to reach on Nostrand Ave with multiple bus lines nearby.
Dr. Alexander Shlivko, OD, is accepting new patients. Whether you need a full eye exam, a prescription update, or you're ready to finally get those Gucci frames you've been thinking about, this is a good place to start.
Book your appointment here — or call the office and we'll help you figure out the right next step.
Sources: American Optometric Association — Eyewear and Lens Options, American Academy of Ophthalmology — Choosing Eyeglass Frames, NIH National Eye Institute — Refractive Errors