GLASGOW, Scotland, November 25, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- Optical Express (http://uk.opticalexpress.com) has refurbished its two Kilmarnock stores. This significant investment is part of a nationwide refurbishment programme to ensure all Optical Express stores benefit from the very latest technology and exceed customer expectations.

Locally, the store refurbishments mark a continuation of Optical Express' fifteen year long presence in Kilmarnock and highlight the company's ongoing commitment to its 20,000 local customers and wider community.

The new look Optical Express stores on King Street and St Marnock Street will benefit from full internal refurbishment and a much improved retail range, including designer glasses, featuring over 1,000 frames from brands including: Gucci, Oakley, Prada, Hugo Boss, Patrick Cox, Armani, Vivienne Westwood and Versace.

Janice Cole store manager at Optical Express Kilmarnock ( http://uk.opticalexpress.com/stores/kilmarnock-king-st-178.html) for thirteen years, explained: "To be able to make this investment when other local businesses have had to close or pull out of the area is enormously exciting, we are investing heavily in Kilmarnock and are confident that our efforts will go some way in helping to revitalise the town centre and give our customers two refreshing new stores to visit."

Local customers will be given the opportunity to take advantage of a range of exclusive retail offers to celebrate the store refurbishments, these include:

- Designer glasses from just GBP79 - FREE 2nd pair of glasses* - FREE eye test - A wide range of contact lenses from as little as GBP6 per month - including free home delivery** - FREE frame-style consultation - FREE glasses MOT - FREE laser eye surgery consultations coming soon

In addition to a broad optical retail offering, the King Street store will also offer optical patients free laser eye suitability consultations, which is a first for Kilmarnock customers. Any customers who feel they may benefit from life without their contact lenses or glasses will be able to book a free laser eye surgery consultation ( http://uk.opticalexpress.com/laser-eye-surgery/your-consultation-procedu...).

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1. Note to Editors

Optical Express is the world's leading refractive surgery provider with its surgeons having carried out more than 700,000 laser eye surgery procedures and performing more than 6 out of every 10 refractive procedures in the UK. The company employs over 3000 people, utilising over 50 ophthalmologists and 250 optometrists across more than 220 locations throughout the United Kingdom, Ireland, Croatia, France, Germany, the Netherlands and the United States.

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2. Offer Ts & Cs

*Cannot be used in conjunction with any other discount including special complete glasses. Customer must spend GBP100 or more on complete glasses, after discount, to be eligible for a free second pair. Second pair chosen from our special collection, fitted to the same prescription as the pair you buy. Includes standard lenses only. Other lens and frame options are available for an additional cost. **Price applies to customers joining direct debit scheme. Three-month initial payment is due at time of consultation. GBP20 consultation fee is retained if direct debit is cancelled within the first month.

For further information, please contact: Rich Rust Social Media Manager, Optical Express Office: +44(0)1236-795-147 E-mail: richardrust@opticalexpress.com

SOURCE: Optical Express

CONTACT: For further information, please contact: Rich Rust, Social MediaManager, Optical Express, Office: +44(0)1236-795-147, E-mail:richardrust@opticalexpress.com