Pop Specs Open at Trinity Leeds

Picture the scene: you’ve just had an eye test, your prescription has changed, and now you face the long wait for your new glasses to be ready. It’s a bit of a drag, isn't it? Well, that whole waiting game might just be over. A new shop called Pop Specs swung open its doors at Trinity Leeds on the 18th of December, and it’s completely changing the experience of buying glasses. This isn’t just another opticians; it’s a place that makes getting new specs quick, simple, and actually pretty cool. They are shaking up the entire world of optical shopping, one pair of frames at a time.

So, what’s the big secret?

The main question on everyone's lips is how on earth someone can get a brand-new pair of prescription glasses in under 20 minutes. It sounds a bit like science fiction, but it’s real. Pop Specs allows customers who already have their prescription to simply walk in, pick out a pair of stylish frames they love, and walk out with new glasses in less time than it takes to watch an episode of their favourite show. The magic happens thanks to some seriously clever in-store tech. Think of it as a super-smart, high-speed robot that scans, cuts, and fits the lenses perfectly into the frames right there on the spot. No sending them off to a lab, no two-week turnaround. It’s all done while you wait. This express eyewear service is a total game-changer for anyone who needs glasses but hates the fuss. You could literally pop in during a lunch break and leave seeing the world more clearly. This speedy service doesn’t mean a compromise on quality, either. They focus on providing high-quality lenses and a huge range of fashion-forward frames.

From Dragons’ Den to your high street

Pop Specs isn't a brand that just appeared out of nowhere. It was founded back in 2020 by a pair of optical experts, Lina Tejoprayitno and Daniel Barnes. They saw how the traditional eyewear market could be slow and expensive, and they wanted to create something better. Their mission was simple: make buying glasses faster, fairer, and more fun. This innovative idea caught the attention of some very famous faces. In January 2024, the brand appeared on Dragons’ Den and secured a huge investment from business titans Peter Jones, Touker Suleyman, and Sara Davies. That vote of confidence helped fuel its rapid growth across the UK. Since starting out, this eyewear brand has sold over 250,000 pairs of glasses and now has more than 30 stores. The founders, Dan and Lina, put it best:

“It’s eyewear on your terms. Simple, fast, and without the fuss. Success for us is about staying true to our mission - making buying glasses faster, fairer, and more fun. We’re not just selling glasses. We’re making people feel good about buying them. Trinity Leeds is a fabulous retail destination and a wonderful city - it's great to be opening here with our wonderful franchise partner Sharon... we can't wait!'.”

Why Trinity Leeds is a great fit

Opening a store in Trinity Leeds makes perfect sense. It’s not just a shopping centre; it’s a massive destination for retail and entertainment in the city. The entire complex is operated by Landsec, a huge real estate company known for creating brilliant urban spaces. They don’t just build shops; Landsec develops places where community can thrive, from top-tier retail platforms to premium workplaces. Trinity Leeds is home to a wonderfully diverse mix of brands, from big high-street names to unique boutiques, and Pop Specs adds something genuinely new to that lineup. The centre director, Steven Foster, is clearly excited about the new arrival:

“Pop Specs is a fantastic addition to Trinity Leeds, bringing something truly different to our retail offering. Its fast, fashion-forward approach to eyewear perfectly complements our diverse mix of brands, and we’re delighted to welcome such an innovative and rapidly growing UK retailer to the centre. We’re confident shoppers will love the convenience, style and affordability Pop Specs brings to Trinity Leeds.”

With dozens of restaurants and bars, plus the brilliant Everyman Cinema, Trinity Leeds is a place where people can spend the whole day. Now, getting a new pair of high-quality glasses can be just another fun part of that day out, not a separate, boring chore.

More than just specs, it’s about style

The best part about Pop Specs is that speed and price don't mean sacrificing style. The brand is all about offering bold, contemporary frames that let people show off their personality. Whether someone is after a classic look or something a bit more out-there, there’s a massive range to choose from. They’ve cracked the code on making fashionable glasses affordable. It’s a refreshing change from the days when stylish frames came with a hefty price tag. The whole experience is designed to be positive. The team at the Trinity Leeds store, run by their brilliant franchise partner Sharon, is there to help shoppers find the perfect pair of glasses that makes them feel great. It’s this focus on customer happiness, combined with their innovative approach, that is making this eyewear brand so popular. If you fancy checking it out, here are the opening times:

• Monday – Saturday: 9am – 8pm
• Sunday: 11am – 5pm

So, the next time a person needs new specs, they don’t have to sigh and book out a whole afternoon. They can just head down to Trinity Leeds, find some frames they love, and get on with their day. It’s that simple.