Why Abbey Loves Shopping for Glasses at Shopko Optical

Confession: My last eye exam came from a high school nurse, so I had no idea what I was getting into when it was time to take care of my vision health.

I'm so glad I trusted Shopko Optical with the whole process: I put off eye exams for years thinking I couldn't afford it since I don't have insurance, but it was less than $100 to get my eyes checked. Now's a great time to make an appointment, too, because they are offering 40 percent off lenses with the purchase of frames. They also offering 20 percent off a complete pair of glasses or contacts as a friends and family promotion. (Everyone's a friend or family member at Shopko Optical, so anyone can take advantage of that offer! Both promotions end June 30.)

I can't rave about my experience at Shopko Optical enough. Setting an appointment online took less than a minute, but they still give you both an email confirmation and a reminder call, which as a super-busy person, I appreciate.

When I got there, they made sure they had answered all my questions and even helped me pick out frames. (None of the prices were hidden and they even offered price comparisons on different types of lenses, so I could make the right choice for me and my budget.)

I immediately felt comfortable with them; we were laughing and chit-chatting the whole time. Then, they called me a few days later to see how I was doing. After my experience, I was not surprised to learn these doctors have been serving communities across the Midwest for more than 40 years.

Most of their glasses are ready in less than 5 days and come with a one-year breakage warranty on frames and lenses. They also have a 90-day satisfaction guarantee, which gave me a little extra comfort while I was shopping — most people wear their glasses every day, so you want to make sure you get the right ones! They have an amazing selection of frames for men, women and children (Ray-Ban, Coach, Oakley, Maui Jim, Kate Spade, Harley Davidson, Vera Bradley and so many more!), so you're sure to find something you love.

The American Optometric Association recommends that everyone have annual eye exams, and now's a great time to get yours! Click here to schedule your exam today.