FAQ: GENUSEE - Eyewear made in Flint from recycled water bottles
For the most up-to-date information about the status of our project, check our project updates on Kickstarter!

I want TWO (or more) pairs of glasses.

You have been asking and so we just added a Two Pack Special for $189 that is now a reward level.

You will receive 2 pairs of frames and can choose different colors and lenses separately. (For example: One pair classic black non-prescription sunglasses AND one crystal fog with prescription lenses - what’ever you want!) You will be able to make your selections in the post-campaign follow up survey you will receive once the campaign has been successfully funded.

Last updated: May 09, 2018 10:14

I have a prescription I will need to have filled - How will this process work?

Once the Kickstarter campaign is successfully backed and ended you will receive a follow up email with a survey requesting your prescription details and a copy of your recent prescription to be verified.

Each frame includes in the cost plano (non prescription clear lenses) OR reader lenses OR non prescription sun lenses OR single-vision prescription lenses.

We will be able to accomodate prescription requests for blue filter lenses; prescription sun; progressives; and high-index lenses at a competitive additional cost. You will be able to make these selections in the follow up survey once the campaign has ended.

Last updated: April 19, 2018 09:32

This is awesome! I want to tell everyone!

Right on! If you give us a shout through messages, we can even send you a custom link to refer friends and family. If you bring 10 or more pledges to the page, we will add your name to the community mural we are painting with Flint Public Art Project as a thank you for spreading the word.

Last updated: April 19, 2018 09:32

You say it fits most faces – but what if I don't like how it fits when I arrive?

By backing on Kickstarter you’re, above all, supporting a belief in revitalizing Flint through a new generation of manufacturing. We have tried our best to make sure this first style fits as many people as possible, but there are always extreme exceptions. We guarantee the quality of our frames but at this time cannot accept refunds for aesthetic choices. Please reach out directly with any concerns and we will do our best to make sure you are happy with your Genusee frames.

Last updated: April 19, 2018 09:32

Will you be offering other styles?

We are initially offering only the one style, the Roeper. (offered in two colors: classic black & crystal fog) - If our campaign reaches the stretch goal of $300,000 we will survey all of our backers to help decide which additional style we will make available. You will then be able to choose between the Roeper & the second most popular style. Once Genusee is up and running we have plans to release a full collection of diverse styles and colors. By backing the campaign you are helping us reach that goal.

Last updated: April 19, 2018 09:32

How do I choose the color I want?

Once the campaign is successful backed and completed you will receive a follow up survey that will allow you to choose your frame color - as well as the type of lenses you want to buy.

Last updated: April 19, 2018 09:32

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