Imagine buying something you truly love—a phone, a fancy new microwave, or a pair of glasses—only to find out a few years later that it’s useless because it can’t be repaired. Maybe the parts are no longer available, the cost to fix it is nearly as much as buying a new one, or the company simply doesn’t care to support it anymore. That’s not an accident—it’s by design.

This concept, known as planned obsolescence, is a strategy used by many corporations to keep you buying, upgrading, and replacing. It’s a cycle that maximizes profits for big companies while leaving consumers—like you—stuck with broken products and no real options.

The Profit-Driven Cycle

Big brands have mastered the art of making things look sleek and modern while hiding their lack of durability. Ever noticed how some frames from corporate eyewear brands like Ray-Ban or Warby Parker seem to mysteriously weaken or lose their luster over a short period of time? Or how repairs often cost as much as the original product? Or they cannot be fixed at all? That’s not an accident.

It’s part of a larger corporate strategy to keep you dependent. Why make a pair of glasses that last 10 years when they can sell you ten or more pairs over the same period? Why make a product repairable when it’s easier to sell you a replacement?

It’s a business model that prioritizes profits over people, and it’s everywhere—from your electronics to your eyewear. And while the corporations pocket billions, you’re left footing the bill for products that don’t go the distance.

The Right to Repair Movement

This frustration has sparked a growing global movement: the right to repair. Advocates argue that consumers deserve the ability to fix their own products or access affordable repairs from independent providers. It’s about giving people choices and putting an end to the corporate grip on our wallets.

But the fight isn’t easy. These same companies often lobby against laws that would make repairs easier, claiming it’s for “safety” or “security” reasons. In reality, it’s about protecting their profits.

A Different Kind of Eyewear: Muze Eye Bar

At Muze Eye Bar, we reject the notion that products should be disposable. Our independent eyewear brands, like Orgeen Optics, Eyevan and Garrett Leight, are crafted with a different philosophy—one rooted in durability, repairability, and timeless style.

Unlike corporate competitors, we don’t cut corners. Our frames are made with high-quality materials that are built to last. And if something does go wrong, we’ll help you repair them instead of pushing you to replace them. We believe in eyewear that grows with you, not against you.

When you choose independent eyewear from Muze Eye Bar, you’re not just buying glasses—you’re investing in craftsmanship, sustainability, and a small business that genuinely cares about its customers. We stand against the wasteful practices of planned obsolescence, offering you products designed to endure and remain a part of your life for years to come.

Why It Matters

Choosing repairable, high-quality products isn’t just a practical choice—it’s an act of defiance. It’s saying no to a system that profits from waste and disposability. It’s supporting a small, locally-owned business that prioritizes you, not their shareholders.

At Muze Eye Bar, we’re proud to be part of the solution. Let’s build a future where products are made to last, repairs are celebrated, and consumers are treated with the respect they deserve.

Are you ready to step off the treadmill of planned obsolescence? Visit Muze Eye Bar and discover eyewear that’s truly built to last.