Visual Effects Optical
Chicagoland's premier Fashion Forward Optical Boutique since 1989. Finding the perfect frame for your face from an unrivaled selection.
Visual Effects Optical is a fashion forward eyeglass boutique and optometric practice in Chicago, IL, that is always ahead of the curve. Since opening in 1989, Dr. Chet Steinmetz and his optical team have had the opportunity to transform thousands of faces from just ordinary looking into Visual Effects faces with eyeglasses that look great.We look at a face and picture shapes that compleme
10/18/2024
First FB post in a while. This one is worth the wait. Today is Visual Effects Optical’s 35th anniversary. Imagine that! I remember day one like it was yesterday. What a ride it has been. What a life it has been. I must first thank my wife Diane, and my daughters, Sarah and Robyn for allowing my passion to consume me for all these years. To this day, I am humbled by the trust and support given me by the thousands of faces I’ve had the pleasure to touch and enhance. My artistry is only as good as the face I’m working with, and oh boy, there have been so many that have allowed me to work my magic. So, to all of you I’ve touched, you have my heartfelt gratitude for choosing me to help find eyeglasses that look great and make you feel great about wearing them. May the future for all bring health, happiness, peace and prosperity. Always with love, Dr Chet
03/21/2022
Two years ago today, March 21, 2020, we became part of the Covid shutdown. We were closed for 7 weeks, as was much of the world. Whom among us could have, would have predicted that 2 years later we would still be living and dealing with the same pandemic. It has touched all of us in many ways, some more than others and will shape our lives for years to come. On this anniversary, I’m giving thanks for our resilience, strength and knowledge that has seen us come through this strange and trying time. May the future hold happiness, health and prosperity to us all. Thank you all for your continuing support. Dr Chet.
01/01/2022
Hey everyone. It’s almost 2022. How did this past year disappear? I’m hopeful this new year will bring a new normal to our lives. I wish only health, joy and success to us all. Happy new year.
10/18/2021
How did it happen? Another year has passed us by. What a year it’s been. We have much to celebrate, not the least of which is reaching 32 years of Visual Effects Optical. I will continue to thank all of you for your continued support and loyalty. I am humbled once again by the trust and faith you show me. May this year bring health, happiness, success and prosperity to us all. Thank you all again.
01/19/2021
COVID vaccination number 1 is in the arm! Thanks to all whom made this possible. Our recovery is possible when we all work together. Here’s to number 2 in 3 weeks.
12/24/2020
Come and get some before they sell out!
We finally have an anti fog lens spray that works. Nothing will eliminate fogging, so if I say this works to reduce indoor fogging by about 80% and outside fogging by about 50 to 60% it’s worth $15. Come by to pick up a pack and let everyone know it’s here. Have a great holiday season. Stay smart, stay healthy.
12/24/2020
We finally have an anti fog lens spray that works. Nothing will eliminate fogging, so if I say this works to reduce indoor fogging by about 80% and outside fogging by about 50 to 60% it’s worth $15. Come by to pick up a pack and let everyone know it’s here. Have a great holiday season. Stay smart, stay healthy.
12/10/2020
Say it isn’t so. It’s officially winter at VEO. The floor mats were put down today. Can’t believe it hit 55 degrees. Of course it will snow in two days. Happy holidays everyone. Enjoy the season. Stay smart. Stay healthy.
10/17/2020
10/17/2020
Hey everyone. It’s that time again. We are celebrating 31 years tomorrow at Visual Effects Optical. I still remember the first exam and first pair of eyeglasses sold like it was yesterday. I will always thank everyone for their support and loyalty shown to me for all this time. It’s because I’d you that I enjoy coming in to work every day. May this next year bring us all health, pease and prosperity. Thank you. Dr Chet.
09/17/2020
Hey everyone. We now have protective eyewear that can be worn as is or can be made with a prescription. Can’t say they are the most fashionable looking frames, but they do the job of protecting yours eyes extremely well. Call us to set up a time to check them out.
Click here to claim your Sponsored Listing.
Category
Contact the practice
Telephone
Website
Address
1013 W Armitage Avenue
Chicago, IL
60614
Opening Hours
| Monday | 9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 6pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 5pm |