Looking for a Christmas gift idea? Pop in to see us at McDonald Adams Optometrists, we have a great selection. Be it a voucher for someone who seems to have everything, or select from our great range of sunglasses and accessories.
Christmas wishes from our team
Christmas wishes from our team at McDonald Adams Optometrists. Thank you for your continued support throughout the year. We wish you a sunny, and merry Christmas, and look forward to seeing you again in the New Year.
Chris Edwards - Optometrist
We are delighted to introduce our new Optometrist Chris Edwards. Chris qualified as an Optometrist at the University of Auckland and then quickly completed additional therapeutics training so he can diagnose and treat a broad range of eye conditions.
He has experience working as an Optometrist in both New Zealand and Australia. He is passionate about collaborating and thinking "outside the box" to get the best solutions for all of his patients.
After immigrating from South Africa in 1994, Chris enjoys the many outdoor pursuits that Auckland has to offer with his partner and two young children. He recently completed the ‘Whaka 100 MTB Marathon’, which is described as one of Southern Hemisphere's toughest single-day mountain bike events, providing a true test of endurance.
When he is not moutain bike riding he works maintaining a 100 year old launch. His family enjoys time out on the Hauraki Gulf on this kauri carvill, called Phyllis M.
We are delighted to have Chris on our team, particularly as our appointment book has been very busy! Another optometrist will mean less wait time for a consultation.
Chris, Sally and Claire are available for online bookings.
or call us on 09 425 9646
Frames we love - Anne & Valentin
Anne et Valentin continue to be one of our favourite ranges. And we love the origin story of these beautifully crafted frames - Anne et Valentin really started as a love story.
Rama Valentin, the son of Anne et Valentin founders, described his parents as hippies from the south of France. Both with quite artistic backgrounds; Valentin was a playwright and Anne did a lot of visual arts. And at some point they decided they had to get serious about their lives, so Valentin became an optician. He got a diploma and opened their first store in 1980.
They quickly realized that the stores were a success, but they were not fulfilling their creative side. In the 1980's, there was really very little available that satisfied their fashion or artistic sense in the eyewear world. So they created their own brand just for their stores and for their friends.
They would wear their frames to different trade shows, meeting opticians who would say, “Your frames are cool! Next time you make some, please do 50 for me or 100 for me.” Soon they were in the 10 best stores in France.
In 2017 the founder Anne was ready to step back, and made the decision to sell the company. This was challenging because the family part of the company was an essential aspect of the business, which they wanted to retain. Initially they were approached by very large companies before they found an independent optician in France. It felt like they had found someone with the same attitude and a true continuation in what the story is for Anne et Valentin.
The Readers
We have sourced a great range of ready readers, also called hobby glasses. The Readers come in a range of styles and colours, and we like the way the frames fit.
Powers available are +1.00, +1.50, +2.00, +2.50, +3.00.
Ask us if your prescription is a good fit for these reading glasses. They can be a useful back up pair although they do not work for everyone.
Sunglasses
After a wet and wild end to October, we think in November the sun is sure to come out again. Are you ready for summer? Check out our sunglass ranges.