While is only opened its doors two weeks ago, Optique Opticians in Briarhill is fast gaining a strong reputation for excellent eyecare and fabulous eyewear.

Proprietor, mother of one-and-a-half year old Reuben and wife to Eddie Florisson-Cats, Elaine O'Sullivan, FAOI, Optometrist is delighted to be at the helm of her own optical practice in this exciting new retail and business hub of Galway City.

Elaine O'Sullivan

Located in the new Briarhill Shopping Centre, Ballybrit, beside Dunnes the state-of-the-art opticians provides ample free parking and is wheelchair accessible.

"When the space became available on this side of the city, I was delighted. There is a demand for opticians on this side of the city. We are now open from 8am on Thursday mornings, which so far has been really busy. It is ideal for business people who are on their way to work," says Elaine.

Upon entering the practice, customers are greeted with the welcoming smell of freshly brewed coffee, which is offered to all of their customers. This welcoming smell, combined with the clean lines, ultra modern bright design and spacious environment, makes a visit to Optique a really enjoyable and relaxing experience.

Elaine has incorporated dedicated areas for children and teenagers, as, she says, they particularly need more specialised frame fittings. Fashion and fun is portrayed through brands such as Pepe Jeans, Miss Sixty, Diesel, Catamini, Replay, 70's and 80's retro chic and flower power are the inspirational trends for the young and adventurous.

"The children's area is fun and colourful, with orange puff ball stools and this, combined with the wide and varied selection of frames and sunglasses, makes the selection of children's glasses a simple and easy task," she says.

Customers at Optique Opticians will discover eye care excellence, up-to-the-minute technology and extensive budget and designer ranges. The advanced eye care technology allows digital high resolution imaging (photography) of the internal and external eye. This is viewable by the patient and is conveyable to the patient's General Practitioner and Consultant Ophthalmologist/Surgeon at the touch of a button. This allows efficient and accurate patient care.

"Routine eye examinations are recommended every two years. These checks can often detect diabetes, glaucoma and hypertension. Glaucoma, Cataract and Macular Degeneration are the main causes for reduced vision. It is important to be screened early to detect these diseases, particularly if there is a family history," says Elaine.

"We all realise the serious importance of quality eye care," Elaine adds.

Optique Opticians offers eyewear to suit everyone's budget. People appreciate first-class customer service and professional advice suited to their face, personality and lifestyle combined with value for money.

The hi-tech laboratory centred on the practice floor delivers glasses in one hour. For their opening offer, Optique Opticians are offering two pairs of very trendy fashion glasses from ?99.