FRAMINGHAM, Mass.– Staples has partnered with Now Optics, parent company of Stanton Optical, to open eye care centers inside select Staples stores beginning in fall 2025. The first locations will launch in Pennsylvania as pilot sites.
Each in-store Stanton Optical will provide same-day eye exams from independent eye doctors, prescription eyewear, and on-site optical labs able to produce single-vision glasses in as little as 30 minutes. The rollout adds to Staples’ services portfolio, which includes wireless solutions, printing and shipping.
“At Staples, we’re redefining what it means to be a destination for our customers,” said Marshall Warkentin, President, Staples U.S. Retail. “Partnering with Stanton Optical adds to our portfolio of services by bringing trusted eye care into our stores, making Staples an even more valuable resource in the communities we serve.”
“For almost 20 years, Stanton Optical has been working to modernize the eye care experience by eliminating wait times, making eye care more affordable and delivering glasses as fast as possible,” said Daniel Stanton, Founder and CEO of Now Optics. “Our partnership with Staples brings that vision to life in an exciting new format – making it even easier for patients and customers to access the care and eyewear they need in the places they already shop.”
The clinics will carry a curated selection of frames and contact lens brands, with the option to expand product offerings and clinical services such as dry eye treatment or advanced imaging depending on demand and store design. Staples and Stanton Optical expect the model to evolve over time, with opportunities for bundled promotions and cross-category shopping.
