Our Hours Are By Appointment

Tuesday - Friday 10-5

Saturday 10-2

(Laboratory Closed On Saturday)

Phone lines open at 10:00

Prior to your visit, please note our current COVID-19 Protocol:​

• All staff are equipped with PPE

• We ask that all patients arrive with a protective mask                                                                    

•  Hand sanitizer is available at each fitting table

• All patients must complete a COVID-19 questionnaire upon arrival; we will be checking your temperature with a non-contact forehead thermometer

• We are limiting the number of patients in the store to one patient per optician, with the exception of an accompanying parent or caregiver

• We regularly clean and disinfect all spaces where public interaction occurs 

• All eyeglasses and measuring equipment are sanitized between appointments

Thank you for understanding that we must continue to do our part to to ensure the wellness of our community and staff.

​Customizing Your Eyeglasses

for the Way You Live, Work and Play.

Established in 1954, MacPherson Opticians is an independently owned optical store staffed by a friendly, highly-skilled, and experienced staff of Virginia State Board licensed opticians.

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Your satisfaction is our priority. We are dedicated to helping you look and see your best with state-of-the-art lenses and quality eyewear at a range of prices. 

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Our frame collections include both classic and eclectic styles, selected primarily from independent manufacturers with a focus on craftsmanship and design. 

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Our mission is to provide you with a superior personalized experience in selecting your new eyewear and to deliver a solution that offers optimum style, comfort, and functionality.

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We do not take insurance. However, some insurance companies will reimburse you for out-of-network purchases if provided with an itemized receipt, which we will gladly provide.

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Discover the Difference Between Adequate and Accurate!

ADDRESS

5064 Lee Highway

Arlington, VA 22207

PHONE    (703) 536-7800

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FRAMES

Here is a small sample of the brands we offer. Please come in to see more.

We will work with you to find a frame with a comfortable balance of fashion, function and fit.

LENSES

Among the multitude of choices on the market, all lenses are NOT created equal.  

The right lenses for you will depend on your prescription, lifestyle, work, and leisure activities. We will help you select the optimum combination of lens and coating options to give you the best vision possible.

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For example, after age 40, most adults develop a condition known as presbyopia, which is manifested by blurred vision at normal reading distances and results in an instinctive habit of  holding reading material farther and farther away. Reading, bifocal, trifocal, and state-of-the-art progressive lenses compensate for this and other natural visual changes.  

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Due to ubiquitous use of computers, tablets, and SmartPhones, people of all ages are experiencing unprecedented eye strain. headaches, and neck pain as a result of extended use of these devices. In response, lens manufacturers have developed specific lenses and coatings to help you see clearly and comfortably at  intermediate ranges and relieve these symptoms. 

Additional lens coating options and blue-light filters can minimize reflections and eyestrain for crisper vision in all lighting situations, provide protection against scratches, and maximize the ability to keep your lenses clean.

Sun & Sports Protection

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Most lens materials inherently block harmful cataract-causing UV-rays. Sunglass lens options range from self-tinting, which react to changing light conditions, to polarized which filter out most glare created by sunlight reflected off water, snow, and other surfaces. 

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Impact-resistant lenses used in sports glasses for adults and children are not only crucial in preventing serious eye injuries but can also be customized for particular sports activities. 

Proper care of your lenses will extend their life and effectiveness. Don't leave your eyeglasses in the sun or near a heat source as this can damage the coating and frames.

Keep them in a protective case when not in use.

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CONTACT US

ADDRESS

5064 Lee Highway

Arlington, VA 22207

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PHONE

(703) 536-7800

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FAX

(703) 536-6425

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