The Eye Shoppe

I went in search of a new eye doctor and was lucky enough to discover this place on the first shot. Dr. Emming-​Thomas is very thorough and has great people skills (so many doctors lack people skills). The shoppe itself is great — a beautiful boutique feel with a great selection of frames. The other staff I encountered during my visit were also pleasant and helpful. I will be back.

What a great experience. The Dr. is very kind. The staff is very professional. We will be a client for life. I think the office is very cute and cozy.

This review is WOEFULLY overdue, but better late than never!
Dr. Julie Emming-​Thomas is the total package — an exceptional optometrist, both friendly and skilled, with an awesome eye for design and style. Every detail in The Eye Shoppe is perfectly appointed, from the eye-​catching (ha, ha) displays of frames to her fixtures and décor.
The office is warm and cozy, and feels professional in a decidedly un-​medical way. Dr. Thomas is often at the front of the shop, greeting patients and browsers (as well as their dogs — this is the only dog-​friendly optical shop I’ve ever seen, and it’s awesome!). The Eye Shoppe is a perfect fit for Old St. Charles, with its mix of eclectic and throwback style.
Most importantly, Dr. Thomas really goes above and beyond to meet the needs of her patients. My husband was visiting from California and Dr. Thomas was able to promptly see him for a vision exam, get his glasses ordered and fitted in the time he was in the St. Louis area. Everything was perfect without exception.
I recently needed new sunglasses since I, too, relocated to California, and Dr. Thomas was able to order them based on my recent exam at her office and ship them to me; simply fantastic service. The Eye Shoppe carries frames in a wide variety of price ranges and styles, so I was easily able to get the awesome Ray-​Bans I wanted at a great price. They take most vision insurance, too!
We will definitely continue to see Dr. Thomas as our visits to St. Louis permit, and I will keep sending my friends her way. This is the best optometry office in the metro area (and I’ve been to a LOT of them).

The Eye Shoppe has the best selection of eyewear (and accessories) I’ve ever seen. If they don’t have the frames you want in stock, they will order them so you can see them and try them on before making a purchase. When I went in, I was very impressed with the optometrist and the receptionist. Both were professional but friendly, the eye exam was thorough and moved along at a good pace, and both ladies spent lots of time helping me pick out frames. They offered suggestions, gave opinions when asked, etc. If you need contacts, glasses, or accessories, this is the place for you!