ART PARTY

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
(Free-Press-Release.com) February 21, 2011 -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – February 17, 2011 – Hinsdale, IL - Spex, Chicagoland’s premier destination for luxury eyewear and sunwear, holds their next “Art+Vision” event with painting by Doug MacDonald. The event is on Friday, March 11 from 6-9 pm, at 104 S. Washington St., Hinsdale, IL 60521; 630-323-1100; www.spexchicago.com. The work will be on view until April 22, 2011. Drinks and appetizers will be served.

This event also celebrates the grand re-opening of this location, which just moved to its current retail space in early February.

The first 25 guests will receive gift bags valued at $50. A trunk show featuring the entire David Yurman frame and sunglass collection will be on view during the reception.

David Yurman brings his eyewear collection for men and women to Spex for an exclusive viewing of frame and sunglass introductions. Yurman’s signature jewelry designs carry over into the eyewear via refined details throughout. Sterling silver, gold plating and semi precious stones adorn the temples and frame fronts creating an identifiable Yurman piece without logos or obvious branding. Subtlety, craft and elegance define the collection for 2011. This is a rare opportunity to purchase directly from the collection, and to preview select pieces not regularly available at Spex.

Artist Doug MacDonald brings his paintings to Hinsdale for “Art+Vision” at Spex. He has developed an abstract body of work that is constantly redefining the meaning of material and the space it inhabits on the canvas. Acrylic paint cracks and vibrates with the memories of his life in the Marine Corps. But instead of resorting to representational narratives, he draws from the raw emotional states behind the experiences with the use of bold color, intricate layering and the strategic manipulation of chance to bring the work to life.

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. Emily Pott, specializing in primary eye care, is the in-house optometrist and encourages all customers to come in for a comprehensive eye exam. Most major medical and routine vision insurances are accepted.


Media Contact: Marilyn Frank

Tel: 312-673-7198

Email: marilyn.frank@spexchicago.com

Web: www.spexchicago.com



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