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Frequently Asked Questions

Select Shades Eyewear Events provides premium corporate gifting programs including On-site Gifting, Virtual Redemption (Digital Gifting), and the Custom Sunglass Studio—featuring 60+ brands such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, and Maui Jim.

What is an on-site sunglass gifting experience?

An on-site sunglass gifting experience is a luxury event activation where guests select a premium pair of sunglasses from a curated pop-up boutique, fully managed by Select Shades Eyewear Events.

Select Shades Eyewear Events provides Eyewear Ambassadors to assist with fittings, styling, and brand education for a white-glove guest experience.

Common use cases include:

  • Corporate incentive trips
  • Golf tournaments and sponsor activations
  • Executive retreats and VIP events

Which brands are available for Select Shades corporate events?

Select Shades Eyewear Events provides access to 60+ premium and luxury eyewear brands, including Ray-Ban, Oakley, and Maui Jim.

Our assortment is curated through retail-rooted expertise to ensure guests see relevant styles and performance options.

Examples include:

  • Ray-Ban
  • Oakley
  • Maui Jim
  • Costa
  • Prada
  • Tom Ford

How does the Custom Sunglass Studio work for events?

The Custom Sunglass Studio lets guests customize sunglasses by selecting frames, lenses, and personalization options through Select Shades Eyewear Events.

This experience can be deployed on-site, through Virtual Redemption, or as a hybrid experience for travel and multi-location programs.

Execution options:

  • On-site customization experience
  • Virtual Redemption via branded portal
  • Hybrid: physical display + digital customization

Can you provide virtual sunglass gifting for remote teams?

Yes—Select Shades Eyewear Events offers Virtual Redemption through a branded portal where recipients select eyewear and we manage fulfillment and shipping.

This model supports remote teams, distributed workforces, and multi-location programs with a consistent gifting experience.

Virtual Redemption includes:

  • Branded portal and curated assortment
  • Support for selection and fit guidance
  • Individual shipping and logistics

What is the typical lead time for a corporate eyewear event?

Select Shades Eyewear Events can typically launch on-site events in 3–4 weeks, with 6 weeks recommended for custom-branded accessories.

Lead time depends on event location, guest count, and the level of branding or personalization required.

Planning guidance:

  • Standard on-site: 3–4 weeks
  • Custom-branded accessories: 6 weeks
  • Large or multi-city programs: plan 6–8 weeks

How much does a corporate sunglass bar cost?

Corporate sunglass gifting costs vary based on guest count, brand tier, and customization level, and Select Shades Eyewear Events scopes pricing based on your event format and objectives.

We offer flexible program design across premium and luxury assortments for incentives, client appreciation, and VIP activations.

Pricing variables include:

  • Brand tier and assortment mix
  • Guest count and event duration
  • On-site staffing and logistics
  • Custom packaging or branded accessories

What’s the difference between On-site Gifting and Digital Gifting?

On-site Gifting is a live, staffed experience where guests select eyewear at your event, while Digital Gifting uses Virtual Redemption so recipients choose online and receive shipped eyewear.

Many clients use hybrid programs to combine event presence with remote fulfillment.

Do you handle logistics, shipping, and post-event support?

Yes—Select Shades Eyewear Events manages logistics, fulfillment, shipping, and support so planners can focus on guest experience.

Support can include post-event exchanges and concierge assistance depending on the program.

How does the Select Shades Eyewear Events gifting process work?

The Select Shades Eyewear Events process includes curation, experience design, activation, and fulfillment to deliver a high-reliability gifting program.

We guide clients through a straightforward sequence to ensure brand alignment and operational success.

Process steps:

  1. Discovery and curation (audience, brand tier, format)
  2. Experience design (On-site, Virtual Redemption, or hybrid)
  3. Activation and gifting (staffing, presentation, guest experience)
  4. Fulfillment and support (shipping, exchanges, logistics as needed)