The Basement Workshop

I'm Geovanni Flores, the founder of STILLO. My journey into the world of optics began when I was 18 years old. What started as a search for a job developed into a full career, and eventually a passion that led me to build my first independent workshop—in the basement of my home.

That space wasn't fancy. It was small and full of trial and error. But it's where I learned, grew, and laid the foundation for what would become STILLO. Today, that same spirit of hands-on craftsmanship and care lives in every pair of glasses we make.

STILLO isn't just a brand—it's a family affair. A few years into my career, my older brother joined the optical field and became a lab manager at an ophthalmology practice in Severna Park, Maryland. Then our mom, Kenia, learned the trade too, and together we've built something we're incredibly proud of.

Every order that comes through STILLO is a reflection of the skills we've honed, the values we carry, and the people we love. We treat your eyewear like we would our own—because it matters.

The Workshop Difference

Step into our Silver Spring workshop and you'll immediately notice the difference. Here, creating eyewear isn't just a process, it's a craft. Each lens is individually cut, shaped, and polished according to exact specifications. Frames are carefully adjusted by hand rather than by machine. Every measurement is double-checked for accuracy.

This workshop approach stands in stark contrast to the industrial model dominating today's eyewear industry, where glasses are mass-produced in enormous facilities with minimal human oversight. At Stillo, your eyewear is never just another item on a production line, it's a personal project receiving dedicated attention.

What makes Stillo different? While online retailers and chain stores rely on high-volume, automated processes, every pair of glasses from Stillo receives individual attention from a skilled craftsman. This personal approach ensures a level of quality control and customization that simply isn't possible with mass-produced eyewear.

From our Silver Spring location, we proudly serve the DMV area with genuinely personalized eyewear solutions, because we believe your vision deserves nothing less than individual attention.

Stillo's Philosophy

Our appraoch to eyecare is based on three fundamental principles:

Access your favorite brands, but madejust for you. We source frames from quality manufacturers but transform them into something uniquely yours through precise fitting and custom lens crafting. This combines the reliability of established brands with the personalization of bespoke service.

Not just try and buy, we fit it right. The perfect pair of glasses requires more than just selecting frames that look nice. Our comprehensive fitting process accounts for your facial structure, daily activities, and specific visual needs to ensure your eyewear performs perfectly in real-world conditions.

True one-on-one service throughout your eyewear journey. From your first consultation to ongoing adjustments years later, you'll always work directly with the craftsman responsible for your eyewear. This continuity of care ensures consistent quality and personalized attention at every step.

Community Roots

While our techniques and equipment are cutting-edge, our business values remain rooted in traditional community service. As a local, independent business, we understand the unique needs of DMV residents and take pride in serving our neighbors with integrity and dedication.

We've purposefully remained small and focused to maintain our commitment to quality. Rather than expanding into multiple locations or chasing volume, we've chosen to perfect our craft and serve our community with excellence. When you choose Stillo, you're not just supporting a business, you're supporting a vision of what eye care should be: personal, precise, and professional.