If you're looking for Prada glasses in Brooklyn, you want frames that look as sharp as they perform. Nostrand Optical in Crown Heights carries Prada eyewear, and most prescriptions can be filled the same day.
Key Takeaways
- Nostrand Optical stocks Prada frames and offers prescription fitting in Crown Heights
- Same-day glasses on most prescriptions (call ahead to confirm for yours)
- Prada frames work with single vision, progressive, and specialty lenses
- We accept Medicaid, Medicare, and most major insurance plans
Why Choose Prada Eyewear
Prada frames command attention. They're built with precision, use quality materials, and come in styles that work for both professional settings and everyday wear. Whether you want something bold and contemporary or refined and classic, Prada offers range that fits different faces and personalities.
The catch with designer frames is finding a place that stocks them and can actually fill your prescription without a two-week wait. Chain stores often limit their designer selection or order frames on demand. At Nostrand Optical on Nostrand Ave, you're working with an independent practice that carries a curated selection of designer frames, including Prada, and fills most prescriptions the same day.
If you need new glasses and want them to work optically and aesthetically, Prada is a solid choice. And if you're in Crown Heights or nearby Brooklyn neighborhoods, you can often have them the same day.
What to Expect When You Come In
When you arrive at Nostrand Optical for a Prada frame fitting, Dr. Shlivko will start with a comprehensive eye exam if you don't have a current prescription. The exam covers your visual acuity, eye pressure, peripheral vision, and overall eye health. From there, you'll pick your Prada frame.
Prada makes frames in a range of sizes and shapes — aviators, cat-eyes, rectangular, round, oversized. The team will help you find a style that fits your face proportions and bridges your nose comfortably. A frame that looks great in the mirror but sits wrong on your face will be uncomfortable within an hour, so fit matters as much as aesthetics.
Once you've chosen your frame and confirmed your prescription, the lenses are made. Most prescriptions can be filled the same day; call ahead to confirm for yours. Custom or specialty lenses (high astigmatism, very high or low power, or specific coatings) may take longer, and we'll let you know upfront.
Ready to pick your Prada frame? Call Nostrand Optical at (718) 773-9391 to schedule your eye exam and frame fitting. We're open Monday through Friday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome too.
Prescription Options for Prada Frames
Prada doesn't force you into a narrow lens choice. Whatever prescription you need, we can fit it into a Prada frame.
Single Vision: If you need correction for distance only or reading only, single vision lenses are straightforward and affordable. They go into Prada frames with no issue.
Progressive (No-Line) Lenses: If you're over 40 and need help with both distance and near vision, progressives let you see clearly at all distances without the visible line of a bifocal. Prada frames work well for progressives — the frame height matters for progressive placement, and most Prada styles have adequate depth.
Specialty Lenses: Anti-reflective coatings reduce glare and make your lenses look clearer. Blue light filtering lenses are an option if you spend hours at a screen. Photochromic (transition) lenses darken in sunlight and clear indoors — handy if you move between outside and inside throughout the day. All of these can be paired with Prada frames.
If you have astigmatism, a high prescription, or unusual vision needs, Dr. Shlivko will evaluate what's possible during your exam. Most prescriptions fit comfortably into Prada frames, but we'll be honest if your specific Rx requires a different style.
Designer Frames Don't Have to Break the Bank
One misconception about designer eyewear is that it's prohibitively expensive. Yes, Prada frames cost more than a pair of drugstore readers, but here's what matters: the frame is one part of the cost.
Your total is the frame, the exam if you need one, and the lenses you choose (single vision, progressive, coatings). Ask us for the full price before you order. If you have insurance, coverage varies by plan — many vision plans cover a frame allowance once per year, and that applies whether you choose Prada or a house brand.
If you're a Medicaid patient in New York, adult routine eye exams and glasses are often covered, though frequency and frame allowance vary by plan. We accept Medicaid. Call us to check what your plan covers before you come in.
Have questions about what your plan covers? Check our insurance page or call us at (718) 773-9391 to confirm before you come in.
Prada Frames and Face Shape
Prada makes frames in styles that suit different face shapes, so you have real options.
Oval faces: You can wear most frame shapes. Prada's rectangular and slightly oversized styles look especially sharp.
Round faces: Look for Prada frames with angular lines — rectangles, aviators, or cat-eyes. They add definition and balance.
Square faces: Prada's rounded and oval frames soften angular features. Round or curved styles work well.
Heart-shaped faces: Wider at the forehead, narrower at the chin. Prada bottom-heavy frames or anything with width at the lower lens work nicely.
Oblong faces: Prada's wider, rounded styles add width where you need it. Avoid very narrow frames.
This is where trying frames on matters. What looks good in a photo might not feel right on your face, and fit affects how you see through the lenses. When you come to Nostrand Optical for your Prada fitting, the team will help you find a frame that suits your face and your lifestyle.
Why an Independent Practice for Designer Frames
Chain optometry stores stock designer frames, but often in limited styles and sizes. If they don't have your size or the style you want, you order it and wait. An independent practice like Nostrand Optical can choose its own designer collection.
Because we're located right here in Crown Heights and we've been serving Brooklyn since 2001, we know what our patients actually want in eyewear. We carry a curated selection of Prada, Gucci, Versace, and Dolce & Gabbana frames.
Your exam, your frame choice, and your glasses are all handled in one place.
Insurance, Walk-Ins, and Next Steps
We accept Medicaid, Medicare, Healthfirst, Fidelis Care, MetroPlus Health Plan, UnitedHealthcare (UHC), Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, EmblemHealth, EyeMed, Davis Vision, Spectera Vision, Superior Vision, 1199SEIU, UFT, and other union plans. Coverage varies by plan, so if you're unsure, give us a call or stop by.
Walk-ins are welcome. If you'd rather schedule ahead, call us.
Find us at 1018C Nostrand Ave, Crown Heights, Brooklyn, NY 11225. We're open Monday through Friday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday we're closed.
Other Designer Frames We Carry
If Prada isn't quite right, we also stock Gucci, Versace, and Dolce & Gabbana. Each brand has its own aesthetic and price range. Some patients want to try a few styles before deciding, and we're set up for that — it's part of the fitting process.
Read more about our other designer eyewear options or designer frames in Crown Heights to explore more choices.
Ready to See Yourself in Prada
Designer frames are a small luxury that gets used every day. If you've been thinking about upgrading your eyewear, Prada is worth trying on in person. What looks good in a magazine might feel different on your face, and the fit and clarity matter just as much as style.
The team at Nostrand Optical will help you choose Prada frames that fit well and suit your prescription. Call (718) 773-9391 to book your eye exam and frame fitting, or stop by the office on Nostrand Ave without an appointment. We're here to help you find glasses that you'll actually want to wear.