Eyewear fashion • Contact lenses • Eye examination
Our story
Founded in 1930
Fashion-oriented, traditional craftsmanship, connecting with young and old. A wonderful profession that we have been practicing for over 40 years. Every day, we enjoy the challenge of using our knowledge and spontaneous approach to advise customers on beautiful glasses that provide good vision.
January 1, 1990 – Present
Roy and Lian
Are you looking for new frames or sunglasses? Then come and visit us at Cronjéstraat 86, Haarlem. We offer the most beautiful glasses and sunglasses for a new look, from our own brand to affordable designer frames. We have the best colors available for all models, resulting in a carefully curated, extensive, and varied collection.
We are happy to help you choose new glasses or sunglasses. Our intention is to work with you to find glasses that suit you perfectly and that you will enjoy for years to come.
Fashion-oriented, traditional craftsmanship, connecting with young and old. A wonderful profession that we have been practicing for 40 years now. Every day, we enjoy the challenge of using our knowledge and spontaneous approach to advise customers on beautiful glasses that provide good vision.
September 10, 1966 – December 31, 1989
H. Vester
Mr. and Mrs. Vester for their wonderful store. Over many years, their expertise and passion for the optical profession helped them build up a satisfied customer base, with Mrs. Vester in particular forming a special bond with her customers. In the early years, Mr. Vester would stay late into the evening grinding lenses by hand and fitting them into the frames that had been sold. After a few years, he bought his first grinding machine.
After many years of hard work, they are delighted to have been able to pass the baton to their niece Lian and her partner Roy, who have continued to run the shop in their own unique way.
October 18, 1930 – September 10, 1966
P. Van der Geest
This is a photo from "the old days." Mr. van der Geest proudly poses with his wife in front of their newly opened store at 15 Generaal Cronjestraat.
At the time, Van der Geest Optiek sold much more than just glasses; it also sold opera glasses and binoculars, barometers, hygrometers, and thermometers, as well as small hardware items. Mr. van der Geest was known as "Uncle Piet," who, outside of his profession, was a member of the volunteer fire department. There was an alarm bell in the store, and when it rang, Piet would close the door to help extinguish the fire.
Glasses as jewelry
The most important thing about glasses is, of course, that they allow you to see clearly and sharply, but increasingly, glasses are becoming an accessory, like a piece of jewelry.
Made especially for you
No two eyes or faces are alike. The frame can define your face. After a thorough eye examination, the correction is determined and the type of lenses is discussed.
Welcome to the store
Come and take a look at our store in Haarlem. We would love to introduce you to our collection and hospitality. You are most welcome!