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VOTE NOW: BEST OPTICAL STORE

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The time has come for Now Magazine to select the very best of what Toronto has to offer, so head on over to their website and vote for Opticianado for Best Optical Store! Whether your style is classy and conservative or quirky avant-garde, we offer a huge selection to choose from and prompt, friendly service. […]


OPTICIANADO MACRO SERIES

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  We’re thrilled to announce the OPTICIANADO MACRO SERIES. After scouring the globe in search of oversize frames to fit big, beautiful faces, and finding that they were virtually non-existent, Jordan Paul has designed the OPTICIANADO MACRO SERIES. Hand crafted in the mountains north of Venice, where making eyeglasses is as proud an artisanal tradition […]


Be a part of the Toronto Offsite Design Festival

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    The 2016 Toronto Offsite Design Festival is in quick approach. The festival runs Jan 18-26 and this year we will be featuring the work of designer Nate Asis. Drop by our opening reception on Wed, Jan 20 6-9pm. The Toronto Offsite Design Festival


Holiday Gift Certificates Available!

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Still looking for the perfect gift for all those “four-eyes” on your list? From now until December 31st receive a $100 gift certificate for only $75! *(limit 2 holiday gift certificates per purchase)*. Happy Holidays!


Jef Kearns LIVE @ Opticianado! Saturday December 5th 2-4pm

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Join us for a live Jazz flute performance by Jef Kearns on Saturday, December 5th!  Santa In The Junction is also happening that day, so the Junction will be hopping with Christmas markets, live music, workshops and more! Come on by to hear Jef play from 2-4 pm. Admission is FREE!


November Sale! Only a few days left to save!

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Our November sale is coming to a close in a few days! Everything from one-of-a-kind dead stock vintage, to new handmade frames are on sale, in both sunglasses and optical. Save up to 50% off select frames in store for a limited time! Treat yourself! Did you know that we cut the lenses in house? That […]


November Sale! Save up to 50% off frames and sunglasses!

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It is that time of year again! Our November sale is on NOW! Save up to 50% off sunglasses and optical frames, including favorite brands like Saville Row, Bevel, Kirk Originals, Yellows Plus and more! Lots of frames are marked  at 50% off, including one-of-a-kind vintage so you will not want to miss this!  


Ike Stubblefield Live @ Opticianado!

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Join us this Sunday, October 25th from 2-4pm for a live organ performance by Ike Stubblefield! Ike has played with many famous musicians like George Benson, Eric Clapton, Ike and Tina Turner, and many, many more. Admission is Free! Refreshments will be served. @Opticianado  2919 Dundas St West


The Importance of Regular Eye Exams

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Why are eye exams important? Do I need to bother checking my eyes if I don’t wear glasses? Is a simple sight test and not a full exam OK? How often should I be testing my eyes? These are all common questions we encounter on a daily basis, and hopefully this blog post will help […]


New: Limited Edition Opticianado Frames!

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OPTICIANADO is proud to announce a limited edition of two new styles for men and women, available in seven colours, designed by owner Jordan Paul. These exclusive frames are hand-made in Segusino, Italy. Made with Mazzuchelli acetate, which was founded in 1849 – Mazzucchelli manufactures some of the most sought-after cotton-based acetate in the world. Come in […]