Warby Parker reported second quarter 2026 revenue of $236 million, marking approximately 10% year-over-year growth. The eyewear retailer posted adjusted EBITDA of roughly $33 million, representing a 14% margin. The company received an $11.8 million benefit from tariff refunds during the quarter, which partially offset strategic investments. Co-CEO Neil Blumenthal said the company is preparing to launch its Intelligent Eyewear collection this autumn. Warby Parker continued advancing its core business initiatives in eye exams, insurance, and e-commerce during the period. The company accelerated investments across the business in anticipation of the upcoming product launch.

Glasses retailer Warby Parker to open Rochester store this weekend. Warby Parker, an eyeglasses retailer that got its start online, is launching its latest Minnesota shop on Aug. 15 in the Apache Mall. The store is located near the center of the mall by the Caribou Coffee kiosk. Today at 6:45 AM News Reporting ROCHESTER - Warby Parker, an eyeglasses retailer that got its start online, is polishing up a new Rochester store with plans to open this weekend. "Lifestyle eyewear brand" Warby Parker is launching its latest Minnesota shop on Aug. 15 in the Apache Mall at 1201 12th St SW. The new store is located near the center of the mall between Pandora and Riddle's Jewelry by the Caribou Coffee kiosk. Keep Watching Developers hope to build new apartment complex along Zumbro River That corner space has housed a variety of stores during the Apache Mall's 57-year history, including Coach handbags and leather goods. Warby Parker sells a full line of optical frames and sunglasses as well as glasses for children and third-party contact lenses. The company expects to add in-store eye examinations to the Rochester location in the future. During the opening weekend, customers will receive a tote bag as a "gift" with purchase, as long as supplies last. This will be Warby Parker's ninth Minnesota location, with the other eight in the Twin Cities metro area. This is one of the new offerings at the Apache Mall. Other projects with an active focus are on the way. The Kidstruction Playground is expected to open in the fall or early winter. Sky Zone, a trampoline and active entertainment park, is under construction on the first level of the former Montgomery Ward/Herberger's store. The goal is to open Skyzone before the end of 2026. Montgomery Ward closed in 2000. Herberger's operated there from 2002 to 2018.