In our journey with Curated Optics, one store’s name consistently surfaced in conversations with independent brands: Hungry Eyes Stuttgart. For many, including The Other Glasses, it was the first retailer to place trust in them within their very first month of launch, just nine months ago. From Alpagota to Even Realities with its forward-looking technology and Akoni, Hungry Eyes has become the store where innovation finds a stage.
What makes Hungry Eyes stand apart is not just its ability to identify and showcase the newest design directions, but its philosophy of inclusivity. The boutique is a place where cutting-edge design meets accessibility, offering eyewear across a spectrum of price points, yet always with a commitment to independent brands. For emerging labels, this means visibility in a market that can be difficult to penetrate; for customers, it means a curated experience that balances discovery with choice.
At the center of this vision is Thomas Hommerberg, the store’s founder and driving force. Frequently mentioned in industry circles, Thomas is recognized as a pioneer who consistently embraces the latest in eyewear design. His approach is both bold and discerning: every frame in the store is selected to reflect originality, craftsmanship, and an independent spirit.
The interior of Hungry Eyes Stuttgart is as much a statement as its curated eyewear selection. From the moment customers enter, they are met with a space that balances raw authenticity and refined design. The furniture—sourced from old nightclubs in Munich and evoking that playful glamour of the ’80s and ’90s “Freddy Mercury era”—gives the store an unexpected character that sets it apart.
Design choices emphasize contrast: grey tones and natural surfaces are warmed by touches of greenery—palms and cacti—and punctuated by neon lights that nod to Palm Springs style. A floating counter in white acts as the store’s anchor, creating a focal point that floats amidst a backdrop of textured stone eyewear displays. Suspended lamps, illuminated mirrors, parquet flooring—all of these details combine to a sensory experience: polished, welcoming, slightly theatrical.
This interior is not just decor: it reflects Thomas’s philosophy. It’s about individuality, and creating a space where design innovation isn’t just shown—it is lived. Customers feel it immediately: this is a store that doesn’t just sell frames; it presents vision, atmosphere, character.
Over the past years, Hungry Eyes has established itself not only as a retail destination, but as a platform for innovation. In an era where eyewear retail often struggles to differentiate itself, Hungry Eyes sets a benchmark for what a future-facing, independent store can achieve.
For brands, it remains a trusted first partner. For customers, it is an essential address in Stuttgart a place to find not only the latest collections, but also the independent stories shaping the future of eyewear.
