Find Stylish & Savvy Eye Protection in Sunglasses

Keep your eyes protected with our fabulous selection of sunglasses. Enjoy the sunshine while keeping your eyes and the delicate skin around them safe from UV rays—and look good doing it.

Our Brands

Draper James

Founded by Reese Witherspoon, the Draper James eyewear collection takes on a modern Southern-inspired lifestyle with charm and grace, offering an array of feminine styles, designs and eye sizes.

Jimmy Choo

Jimmy Choo eyewear ranges from classical to provocative, with each design showcasing sophisticated detail. Jimmy Choo frames bring a touch of glamour and elegance to everyday life.

Kate Spade

Kate Spade's eyewear collection features eyeglasses and sunglasses that are flirty and feminine, frames in classic styles and modern shapes with striking prints and bold color palettes. These designs will impress any fashionista.

Michael Kors

Available in both optical and sun, the Michael Kors Eyewear Collection ranges from cat-eyes to aviators and from oversized to understated. Innovative materials like reflective lenses and one-of-a-kind tortoise acetates with details like the brand's signature logo charm and chain-link detail. Each pair is irresistibly chic, evoking the brand's unique sensibility and incorporating rich accents from the designer's runway collections.

Nike

Just do it.

Oakley

Oakley invents each new product with a design philosophy called sculptural physics: the discipline of solving problems with science and wrapping them in art. Supported by an infrastructure that includes the latest tools of technology, Oakley engineers and artisans continue to expand the company’s array of product categories.

Polaroid

Our story says it all. Polaroid has been a trusted global brand for more than 75 years and is best known for pioneering instant photography since Edwin Land first conceived the instant camera in 1943. We embrace the nostalgia inherent in our past, allowing us to embrace old technologies through new technologies and beyond.

Ray-Ban

Ray-Ban has always been durable, comfortable, and attractive from the vintage classics to the present-day trendy frames. From celebrities to your friends, Ray-Ban is always a favorite.

Our Locations

Altoona

515-967-4095
(515) 967-0262

1005 8th St SW, Suite A.
Altoona, IA 50009

Hours

Monday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

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Johnston

515-270-0494
(515) 270-6463

5501 NW 86th St., Suite 500
Johnston, IA 50131

Hours

Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

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Services

Low Vision

Let us provide a comprehensive eye examination to determine the reasons you aren’t seeing clearly. We’ll recommend expert solutions for your low vision issues.

Low Vision

Myopia Control

Nearsightedness (myopia) can be controlled if it’s identified early. We offer a range of treatment options to slow the progression of your child’s myopia.

Myopia Control

Specialty Contact Lenses

We offer a wide variety of specialty contact lenses. Our experienced team can help you pick out the perfect pair for your unique situation.

Specialty Contact Lenses

Age-Related Macular Degeneration

If you’re struggling with central vision impairment, age-related macular degeneration might be the culprit. Let us help you continue to do the things you love well into the future.

Age Related Macular Degeneration

Comprehensive Eye Care

No matter the reason for coming in to see us, we’re here to make sure you feel taken care of. Our friendly staff and top-quality technology allow us to provide the comprehensive eye care you need and deserve.

Comprehensive Eye Care

Glaucoma Management

Managing glaucoma doesn’t have to be scary. At Metro Eyecare, we’re here to give you valuable tools to manage glaucoma without disrupting your daily life.

Glaucoma Management

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Our Blog

Why Does Driving at Night Get More Difficult as You Age?

Eye Health

Driving at night can be difficult at any age, especially if you have a preexisting vision problem. Between glare, difficulty seeing in the dark, or a delayed reaction time, it can be difficult to do so safely. But why does it become more difficult as you age? As you get older, your eyesight naturally gets […]

May 10, 2023

Jeff Neighbors

How Long Does an Eye Exam Take?

Eye Health

How long will your eye exam be? An eye exam typically takes between 20 and 60 minutes, but certain factors can affect the duration of your appointment, such as your eye health and any potential risks for eye diseases. What Happens During an Eye Exam? During a comprehensive eye exam, your vision care practitioner must […]

April 4, 2023

Jeff Neighbors

How to Clean Eyeglasses

Eyeglasses

An inevitable part of wearing eyeglasses is that, eventually, they will get dirty. You’ll smudge the lens with a fingerprint, or maybe you’ll splash water on them. As tempting as a quick breath and wipe from your t-shirt is, that’s not an ideal way to clean them. A gentle wash with warm water and soap […]

April 4, 2023

Jeff Neighbors

Why Does Driving at Night Get More Difficult as You Age?

A senior man in the driver's seat of a car with a senior woman in the passenger seat, both with a concerned look on their faces

Driving at night can be difficult at any age, especially if you have a preexisting vision problem. Between glare, difficulty seeing in the dark, or a delayed reaction time, it can be difficult to do so safely. But why does it become more difficult as you age? As you get older, your eyesight naturally gets […]

How Long Does an Eye Exam Take?

"An optometrist performing an eye examination on a man using a specialized medical device while holding a lens up to the man's eye."

How long will your eye exam be? An eye exam typically takes between 20 and 60 minutes, but certain factors can affect the duration of your appointment, such as your eye health and any potential risks for eye diseases. What Happens During an Eye Exam? During a comprehensive eye exam, your vision care practitioner must […]

How to Clean Eyeglasses

A close-up of hands cleaning black-colored frame eyeglasses with a cleaning spray and a microfiber.

An inevitable part of wearing eyeglasses is that, eventually, they will get dirty. You’ll smudge the lens with a fingerprint, or maybe you’ll splash water on them. As tempting as a quick breath and wipe from your t-shirt is, that’s not an ideal way to clean them. A gentle wash with warm water and soap […]