Colors in Optics

Colors in Optics Colors in Optics, Ltd. is a 45 year old privately held United States corporation which specialize His implementation of color into frames revolutionized eyewear.

(CIO) was founded in 1978 by President and Designer Sanford Hutton. Sanford, a licensed optician, pioneered the use of ‘color’ in the industry by making a number of classic frames in 25 vibrant colors including cherry red, cobalt blue, emerald green, and violet etcetera. CIO had its own manufacturing facility in New York for twenty years and was one of the last American manufacturers in the indust

ry. Through the world of manufacturing, CIO fine tuned its product development capabilities and furthered its ability to create trend designs. Due to the fine creative abilities of CIO a number of apparel and accessory brands sought licensed partnerships. Today, Colors in Optics, Ltd. maintains a complete design and creative staff headed by Vice President and Head Designer Rhona Hutton who insures paramount style and quality to its growing roster of licensed brands. CIO specializes in all categories of eyewear including sunglasses, ophthalmic frames and readers. CIO is a top resource to department stores, specialty stores, and fine optical boutiques and is an important force in eyewear design and distribution. The company is internationally known for its unique ability to capture fashion trends and execute the designs of the highest quality aimed at specific price points. is involved with charities for the blind as well as helping student opticians.

Happy National Sunglasses Day!!!
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Happy National Sunglasses Day!!!

Introducing Heritage by Colors in Optics. Luxury Eyewear Handmade In France.
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Boating with our “Mariner” Sunglass 🛥️☀️💛

Happy National Sunglasses Day😎
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Happy National Sunglasses Day😎

Worldwide Fashion Model is looking 🔥in our Eyewear!
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Worldwide Fashion Model is looking 🔥in our Eyewear!

💚Lucky Green☘️
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💚Lucky Green☘️

Love is in the Air🩷❤️
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Love is in the Air🩷❤️

Winter White Season🤍❄️🤍
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Winter White Season🤍❄️🤍

Happy Holidays!❤️🥂🎁
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Happy Holidays!❤️🥂🎁

The Luxe Luna Sunglass in Marble. Handmade🤍🩶Available Now
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The Luxe Luna Sunglass in Marble. Handmade🤍🩶Available Now

Todays Lineup in Greece!💙🤍
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Todays Lineup in Greece!💙🤍

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New York, NY

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:45pm
Thursday 9am - 5:45pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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