Spex Oak Park holds “Art+Vision” event with custom jewelry designs from Jill Buckingham and l.a.Eyeworks trunk show

Spex, Chicago’s ‘Best Eyewear Store’* and premier destination for luxury eyewear and sunwear, holds their next “Art+Vision” event with original jewelry creations from artisan Jill Buckingham. The opening reception is on Friday, May 11 from 5-8 pm, at 122 N. Oak Park Avenue, Oak Park, IL, 60301; 708 524 2020. The collection will be on view through June 22, 2012. Light refreshments will be served. A trunk show featuring l.a.Eyeworks eyewear and sunwear collection will be showcased during the opening reception.

“People who own the room when they enter it represent our l.a.Eyeworks customer; the brand is often worn by celebrities. Their legendary advertising campaign ‘Every face is like a work of art. It deserves a great frame’ really supports that fact,” says manager Laura Howell. “There are other celebrated collections but l.a.Eyeworks is strongly associated to a keen fashion savvy; it’s definitely perceived as the go to brand for people ahead of trend.” The entire l.a.Eyeworks eyewear and sunwear collection will be on view.

Jill Buckingham loves jewelry; Jill’s passion grew by coveting her grandmother’s many costume pieces. That love never diminished throughout a career in nursing and then in business as Ms. Buckingham continued to collect interesting jewelry. A one-night jewelry class at a local bead shop launched her passion for jewelry into a thriving business, Jill Buckingham Jewelry and Gifts. With participation in 300+ art shows, creative designs sold in over 50 stores and to hundreds of private clients, there are always new styles for her many fans. Ms Buckingham crafts her unique pieces from gold, silver, copper, nickel, brass and aluminum that marry with a variety of semi-precious stones, particularly colorful agates and distinctive jaspers. For additional information about Jill Buckingham visit: jillbuckingham.com

ABOUT SPEX: Spex is synonymous with offering artfully crafted eyewear and sun wear to a stylish and discerning public with an eye for beauty and function. Their product selection ranges from sleek and minimal to vibrant and eclectic. Style and function merge in unparalleled designer collections from season to season, while attentive and knowledgeable customer service rounds out the experience for the fashion-forward shopper. Dr. Carla Ursetta, specializing in primary eye care, is the in-house optometrist and encourages all customers to come in for a SpexWellness Exam. Most major medical and routine vision insurances are accepted. For additional information visit spexchicago.com