Designed in Minneapolis. Made in Japan.

Handmade from premium materials with impeccable craftsmanship.

Find your style and fit at any of our four Twin Cities locations – Spectacle Shoppe has the largest selection of David Spencer Eyewear in the country.

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Some eyewear brands are built in a boardroom. David Spencer’s was built in a neighborhood.

He grew up in Minneapolis as the son of an optometrist. Eyewear wasn’t just his livelihood. It was his language.

That understanding deepened when he opened Specs, a celebrated optical boutique on Hennepin Avenue. The store sat at the center of Minneapolis’s arts and cultural scene and earned national recognition for its distinctive brand curation and exceptional client experience.

Working closely with customers and craftspeople every day, David saw a gap the industry hadn’t filled. So he filled it himself. In 1991, he launched his own optical line. The designs sold into thousands of stores worldwide.

Decades later, his work has quietly shaped the aesthetic of modern eyewear. Now David and his team present the first dedicated David Spencer Eyewear collection. Every frame starts as a sketch drawn by David’s own hand. Color concepts are developed personally. Production is directed and overseen with the same care. Each frame is crafted in Japan, where precision and artistry are a way of life.

The values that started it all are still here. Innovative form. Exceptional materials. An unwavering commitment to the craft.

Explore the David Spencer Eyewear collection at Spectacle Shoppe.

The Spectacle Shoppe Experience

More than just trying on glasses, it’s a personalized journey to finding your perfect fit and look.

Handcrafted American Design

Each David Spencer frame begins as a personal sketch drawn by David himself, then carefully directed and overseen through production in Japan. The result is a collection that blends hands-on creative vision with precision Japanese craftsmanship, representing a lifetime of design expertise in every frame.

Signature Style & Color

David Spencer frames are defined by innovative shapes, rich materials, and a bold approach to color. These are the hallmarks of a designer who has spent a career pushing the boundaries of eyewear. From vibrant hues to intricate patterns, each piece reflects David’s personal commitment to delivering superior form, function, and style.

Premium In-House Lenses

Our expert lab crafts premium lenses on-site, ensuring perfect clarity and optimal vision tailored to your prescription.

On-Site Optometrist

Spectacle Shoppe features on-site optometrists, making it convenient to get a comprehensive eye examination and your lafont prescription eyeglasses all in one visit.

Voted the Best Eyewear Shop by the readers of the Star Tribune for six years in a row!

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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wonderful personal service at this designer shop.
  
 
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   James Anderson 
 20 October 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Absolutely love these guys from start to finish, always friendly and helpful. It might take a while and some help from their (very knowledge about frames and how to help find your fit) staff, but you WILL find your frames in their extensive collection! The vintage frames room is my favorite!!!

Dr. Krysiak is also fantastic. He will tell you exactly what he is doing while he does it and it's a great distraction from the 'scarier' parts of an eye exam, and will tell you all kinds of cool stuff about your eyes :)
  
 
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   Ron Jones 
 18 October 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The wonderful staff at the Spectacle Shoppe gives you the attention, service and care that you deserve for your eyeglasses. For me it was a memorable experience, all good.
  
 
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   Marilyn Turbett 
 25 September 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Anna was fabulous in helping me with a repair on my glasses as well as setting up my appointment for my exam!!
  
 
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   Joanna Jacobs 
 18 September 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I appreciated the help and excellent service I received from Anna. As a walk-in I didn't know whether they would repair my glasses and they did, with great results! I’m very happy and will return here for my next pair of glasses. Thank you!
  
 
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   Jonathan Jordan 
 11 September 2026
 
 
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Coolest glasses and people.
  
 
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   Bob Slings 
 3 September 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I want to give a shout out to Anna.   I needed a repair on my sunglasses and she was very helpful and got the repair done quickly.
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   kitty n 
 1 September 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have never experienced such an amazing optometrist office before going to Spectacle Shoppe! The service and professionalism was perfect, the doctor was informative and nice! I was in and out faster than I expected and I got little treats at the end :) If you have medical anxiety like I do, this is the place for you! I look forward to coming back
  
 
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   Alex wasscher 
 31 August 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very friendly, efficient service! Liz and Anna are so kind and helpful!
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Anna was absolutely phenomenal. I didn’t know this place was here. It’s truly a hidden gem 10 out of 10. Highly recommend.

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Vintage Frames

Spectacle Shoppe is home to one of the largest collections of vintage frames in North America. This is just a tiny sampling of what you might find at one of our locations.

Explore Our Vintage Collection