The Pros:
- Location is clean, organized, and well-lit
- Staff are cordial
- Prices are quite reasonable
The Cons:
- Lack of customer education
- Lack of proactive information exchange
- Sparse selection of low bridge glasses
- Optometrist's inconsistent schedule
This was my first time purchasing prescription glasses, so I had no understanding for what I should be looking for in terms of fit. I was not asked by the staff about my prior knowledge, and I did not know what questions to ask. I ended up purchasing a pair, and when it arrived, the glasses kept sliding down my nose. Before I took them to be adjusted, I began researching about how glasses should fit, and discovered the option of low bridge. For reference, I am Asian, and many Asians use this style; however, this was not brought up during my visit. When I went for an adjustment the first time, they said the optometrist wouldn't be there until later. I called ahead before the next time I attempted to go, also finding out that you cannot contact the store directly; instead, you have someone who reaches out to the different locations for you. Once I was able to see the optometrist, not much more was offered in terms of information or service, even when I asked directly about low bridge. Since I did not have the right kind of style, the adjustments were not helpful. At this point, I decided to call Warby Parker's customer service. I discussed my experience, and the person I spoke to agreed that the low bridge glasses were the most likely option for me. They don't carry much in terms of selection, but I was fortunate to find a pair I liked. After I received them, I wanted to get them adjusted, and once more called ahead to check the optometrist's schedule. I was told that they would be there all day, and to come at any time. When I arrived, the staff told me that they left on their lunch break (which is well within their right, but simply not communicated about beforehand). At that point, I decided that this store was not the place for me and to return my order. One pair of glasses isn't worth this much hassle.
Response from Warby Parker
February 29, 2024
We are so sorry to hear about your experience, Charlene. We always aim to offer above and beyond service to all of our customers, and it is clear we did dropped the ball here. We will absolutely share your feedback with our team, and we would love to connect with you further. Please reach out to us at social@warbyparker.com so we can follow up.