Sunglass Palace operates as a hybrid eyewear retailer combining prescription lens capability with designer sunglasses inventory, located to serve Oklahoma City residents who need vision correction in sun-protective form or want branded frames without the optometry markup.
The store stocks both ready-made designer sunglasses and frames that can be fitted with prescription lenses on-site. This dual focus separates it from general optical shops that treat sunglasses as an afterthought and from dedicated sunglasses boutiques that stock only non-prescription pairs. The business model assumes customers either arrive knowing their prescription and want quick turnaround on tinted lenses, or seek designer frames (polarized or standard) without committing to a full eye exam elsewhere.
The store carries designer brands including Ray-Ban, Oakley, and Coach; availability of specific models changes seasonally, so calling ahead (405-xxx-xxxx; verify current number) confirms stock. Non-prescription designer sunglasses typically range from $80 to $250 depending on brand and material. Prescription conversion costs depend on lens type: single-vision prescription lenses run $60 to $150 added to the frame price, while progressive bifocals or photochromic lenses push costs to $150 to $300 total per pair. Polarized coatings add $30 to $50. The store does not manufacture lenses on-premise; prescription orders typically ship within 5 to 7 business days.
Against large-chain optical retailers like Lenscrafters (multiple Oklahoma City locations), Sunglass Palace holds an advantage in designer sunglasses selection and shorter wait times for non-prescription purchases, though Lenscrafters offers in-store lens production and licensed optometrists on staff. Against independent optometrists who sell sunglasses as a side business, Sunglass Palace provides faster turnaround for designer frames and lower pressure toward purchasing progressive lenses you may not need. Against big-box retailers like Walmart Vision Center, Sunglass Palace stocks higher-end brands and does not require an eye exam to purchase frames. For customers who already have a current prescription and simply want attractive tinted lenses, Sunglass Palace reduces friction compared to scheduling a full exam elsewhere first.
This store works for people with an up-to-date prescription (within 1 to 2 years) who want a branded frame without the full optometry appointment overhead. It suits repeat customers who know their prescription strength and just need new pairs each season. It does not suit anyone without a current prescription, since the store cannot perform eye exams. It does not serve customers seeking vintage or independent frame designers; the inventory skews mainstream luxury brands. It also does not cater to those wanting ultra-fast same-day lens fulfillment, since prescription work is outsourced.
Walk-in customers browsing non-prescription pairs can try frames and purchase immediately. For prescription work, staff will ask for your current prescription (brought from your eye doctor or from a previous exam) and discuss lens coatings. You select the frame, provide the prescription, and place an order. Staff will confirm the shipping address and provide an estimated pickup date, typically 5 to 7 business days later. No appointment is required for this process, though calling ahead ensures staff availability if you have detailed questions about frame fit or lens options.
The store operates in a retail corridor accessible by car; on-site parking is available. Hours typically run 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday, with reduced Sunday hours; these change seasonally, so confirm before visiting. The location sits in a neighborhood shopping area without public transit access, so plan for driving.
Sunglass Palace fills a practical gap for Oklahoma City residents juggling prescription needs with style preferences, offering familiar designer names and faster processing than starting over at a full-service optical center.
