Founded by a local Ophthalmologist over 20 years ago Glasses Etc. has served Manhattan most prominent clientele with boutique locations inside the offices of some of New York City finest eye doctors. Our goal was to provide a greater selection of designer frames for our local Upper East Side clientele.Founded by a local Ophthalmologist over 20 years ago Glasses Etc. has served Manhattan most prominent clientele with boutique locations inside the offices of some of New York City finest eye doctors. Our goal was to provide a greater selection of designer frames for our local Upper East Side clientele.