The McGee Group introduces “Romance” the latest optical collection from Vera Bradley

Marietta, GA–(February 2010)

Take romance to heart with the latest collection from Vera Bradley Optical. These charming new patterns and refined frame designs will appeal to anyone’s fancy.

VB-3030 is a semi-rimless metal/acetate combination frame with a modified rectangle eyeshape. The latest Vera Bradley designs and graphite colored rhinestones adorn the temples . This style offers adjustable nosepads, spring hinges and is available in Vera Bradley designs, Poppy Fields and Sittin’ in a Tree.

Bella is an elegant plastic/metal combination frame with a modified oval eyeshape. Stylish scroll metal accents and understated rhinestones adorn the temples. Bella features adjustable nose pads, spring hinges, and Vera Bradley Purple Punch and Imperial Toile designs on the exterior of both temple tips.

Mona is half-rimmed plastic/metal combination frame with a modified oval eyeshape. Deco-inspired metal accents ornament the temples. Mona features adjustable nosepads, spring hinges, and Vera Bradley Blue Rhapsody and Totally Turq designs.

VB-3030, Bella, and Mona come with a coordinating Vera Bradley case. Purchase the 2 style, 4 frame “Romance” Collection and receive a free Vera Bradley tote in a new Spring 2010 design.

For more information about the Vera Bradley Optical Collections, contact The McGee Group at 800-966-2020 or sales@mcgeegroup.com

The McGee Group and Vera Bradley have a common cause – ending breast cancer. The McGee Group is a generous contributor to the Vera Bradley Foundation for Breast Cancer. For more information about the Foundation, visit verabradley.org.

The McGee Group markets ophthalmic frames, sunwear, reading glasses and cases to all customer groups throughout North America and many international markets including eye care professionals, distributors, large optical chains, mass merchants, and department stores. Since its inception in 1976, The McGee Group has gained recognition as a forward thinking company by merging innovative technology with fashion, offering high quality products, superior marketing support and value-added customer service.

The McGee Group currently manufactures and distributes Vera Bradley Eyewear and Sunwear, Orvis, XOXO, Totally Rimless and Ducks Unlimited Eyewear and Sunwear.

About Vera Bradley: Vera Bradley handbags, stationery, travel and eyewear are everywhere! Vera Bradley products have popped up on: Desperate Housewives, Brothers and Sisters, According to Jim, Samantha Who and in more than 20 feature-length films, as well as in celebrity gift lounges surrounding the 2009 Tony Awards and 2009 Daytime Emmys. With an award-winning float in the 2009 Rose Parade and 28 corporate-owned stores across the nation, the Vera Bradley story is a testimony to the American Dream; friends Barbara Bradley Baekgaard and Patricia R. Miller founded the company in 1981 with just a $500 investment. Visit verabradley.com for more information.