06/15/2026
MEET THE OWNERS : Jessica Ra Ooley and Lyle Ooley didnât just find each other through eyewear, they built their entire lives around it. They met when Jessica was a buyer for an optical shop in Portland, Oregon and Lyle was managing an optical wholesale brand he wanted to sell her. It was love at first sight.
Between the two of them, they bring over 45 years of experience in independent eyewear. Decades spent on the floor, behind the scenes, traveling, designing, fitting, learning, refining. Theyâve worked with the best independent brands in the world, helped the industry evolve, studied what makes great optical experiences great, and mastered the art and science of how to find the perfect glasses for any face after styling tens of thousands of people.
Opening in Indianapolis was intentional. Indy needed an independent optical store and they were excited to bring their passion to Lyleâs hometown, a city full of creative energy, independent spirit, and people who appreciate things made with care.
Ra Opticians is their way of bringing deep expertise, personal styling, and truly independent eyewear together under one roof with heart no corporation could emulate.
Jessica Ra and Lyle personally designed and hand-built the Ra Optician space creating an environment that reflects their love of craftsmanship, design, and independent eyewear.
Ra is their lifeâs work.
