Ian Thwaites

Style Consultant

Practices:
Qualifications:

FBDO

Expertise:

Bespoke Dispensing
Style & Colour Consultant
Essilor Eyecode Expert
Zeiss Lens Expert
Ray-Ban Prescription Service Expert
Oakley Prescription Service Expert

From a background in sports therapy, Ian landed a job that involved pre-screening at an opticians’ practice in Cumbria. From there, he developed an interest in optical glazing and spent seven years in the lab.  His journeys continued onto shopfloor management with a team of experienced staff.

Combining his vast experience with his Ophthalmic Dispensing qualification from the ABDO College (Kent), Ian is passionate about bespoke dispensing and resolving complex prescription requirements.

Outside of work Ian loves going to music festivals with his partner. He has an interest in martial arts, karting and watching formula 1 racing.

Frame of choice:
Theo Vekki (Belgium)

Why?:

Impressive bold design, unique engineering and vibrant colours.
Lenses of choice:
Eyezen Boost (France)

Why?:

Great choice for comfortable vision at all distances and optimised for digital devices.