Quay
Quay is a Optical concept with 24 stores in 24 shopping centers across 7 states. As of October 25, 2026 they opened 1 and closed 0 locations in the last 12 months, a net change of +1. Typical site: 600–1,200 SF. Across their fleet, locations have a median 10-minute drive-time population of 68,881 with a median household income of $89,242 and a median age of 39, according to Brandmarch. Similar brands: Warby Parker, MyEyeDr., and Stanton Optical.
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Charlotte, NC · Opened 2026 · Detected Sep 10
About Quay
Global Eyewear Brand & Optical Retailer Quay is a globally recognized, independent eyewear brand known for its high-energy, trend-forward sunglasses and prescription frames. Originally a digitally native vertical brand (DNVB) born in the Australian festival scene, Quay has successfully expanded into brick-and-mortar retail with a footprint in premier lifestyle centers and high-traffic malls across the United States. Their physical boutiques offer an immersive brand experience, featuring personalized styling sessions and a recently re-launched optical division (2025) that integrates prescription services into their retail model. Quay seeks inline opportunities in fashion-forward corridors that appeal to their core Gen Z and Millennial demographic, functioning as a magnetic lifestyle tenant that bridges the gap between affordable luxury and daily utility
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