Crafted with bold elegance and playful sophistication, the Theo Spinach frame is a celebration of avant-garde eyewear design. Founded in Antwerp in 1987, Theo embodies a fearless spirit—each piece is a statement of individuality.

 

The Spinach captivates with its striking contrast of weighty acetate rims embracing the lenses, seamlessly merging into slender stainless‑steel temples. This artful blend delivers both refined structure and a featherlight feel. The clean, round silhouette is given a contemporary twist through unexpected geometry—an interplay of softness and edge that’s charismatic and distinctly modern.

 

On the face, the Spinach is effortlessly wearable yet exhilarating. It features custom nose pads and flexible hinges, ensuring comfort as it frames your gaze with attitude and ease. Each pair is handmade with meticulous care in Belgium (and often finished in France), weaving a story of craftsmanship into every detail.

 

More than just vision correction, the Spinach is an accessory that whispers luxury and originality. It’s for those who don’t just follow trends—they define them.

It started with a desire we just couldn't deny any longer. It was 1987 and we were hungry. Hungry for ‘a different pair of glasses’. And we were fired up to get to work. Together with Patrick Hoet (designer and anagram-namesake of theo) we decided to create original eyewear for own shops in Antwerp and Bruges.

 

The first theo models we launched made a bit of a splash and enthusiasm is contagious! Colleagues were soon asking us whether they, too, could sell theo in their shops. Little by little and country by country, theo gradually won over more and more hearts. This had an impact on us, of course. It encouraged us to continue on our chosen path.

 

We were increasingly determined to design glasses that always incorporate a touch of humour, individuality and a certain ‘edge’. And we’ve stayed true to this vision. After all, our goal has never changed: together with the theo optician, to make glasses-wearers happy and to offer them an unforgettable experience.

 

Now, a good 25 years later, we’re tremendously proud to be able to collaborate worldwide with a select group of individual opticians who have embraced theo and who, in turn, bring our love for design, originality and quality to their customers.

 

But our story doesn't end here. In the meantime, theo has grown into a platform where designers of all kinds (glasses, fashion, furniture, etc.) can work in synergy with a small army of enthusiastic employees at our warehouse in Antwerp. The drive to keep on inspiring and surprising is simply in our DNA. That, and our love for our fans.

 

theo loves you.