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Vintage French Design

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Our dead stock vintage selection of frames come from near and far. Some are hand made in Italy or France, while others were made right here in Canada. Here are a few of our vintage 1950’s French Designer eye wear we currently carry (while they last!)    


New Eyewear Stock: Matttew

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New arrivals from the latest MATTTEW line have hit the shelves at Opticianado. MATTTEW is a Belgium based eyewear brand, that likes to consider their frames as a little something special, and we couldn’t agree more. Come by Opticianado soon to try the new styles and colours. All images www.matttew.com


New Vintage Eyewear Stock: Canadian-made Vintage

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Just when we thought we had it all, we were able to procure MORE Canadian-made vintage eyewear. Last June we inaugurated the Canadian-made Vintage Jubilee with a special event in partnership with SMASH and Russet & Empire. http://www.opticianado.ca/canadian-made-vintage-jubilee The new stock features some old favorites from our original stock, as well as some new, incredible […]


New Eyewear Arrival: HAMAMOTO

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We welcome to our shelves Japanese eyewear brand HAMAMOTO. Established in 1972 the factory behind the line has been manufacturing and designing high-quality acetate and titanium for a number of the worlds high-end eyewear brands. They now have 5 of their own eyewear collections using all the same materials. The acetates we have in store […]


Matttew: Nice to see you!

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The long anticipated Belgian eyewear brand Matttew has hit the shelves here at Opticianado. We are the first store in Canada to receive this exciting new brand. Designer Matthieu Duchere is passionate about pure form and architecture, and has worked for a number of the top French and Belgian eyewear designers, including Theo. The combination […]


New Eyewear Arrival: Kirk Originals

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Kirk Originals, Brighton-based frame designers Jason and Karen Kirk have, for nearly 20 years, created eyewear that is all about self-expression and celebrating the individual. Kirk Originals use bright colours, fluorescents and a combination of acrylic and acetate to stop eyewear being an afterthought and to make it an accessorising key to every outfit. We […]


New Eyewear Stock” Bevel Specs!

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It’s been a great week for new glasses! Today we received a whole shipment of Bevel frames! This batch has a wide range of acetates and titanium styles in various sizes for both men and women so if you’ve been looking for that perfect fit, come in and check out the rest of the Bevel […]


Eyewear for BIG heads: Large Heads Rejoice!

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Having trouble finding eyeglasses or sunglasses that will fit your grand cranium? Opticianado has a huge selection of large men’s frames, from lightweight titanium, aluminum and of course funky thicker acetates. We’re also able to make custom shapes for rimless frames to frame your eyes perfectly. Large tortoiseshell acetate by Andy Wolf mod. 4464 Chunky […]


Betsey Johnson

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We have just received a HUGE inventory of Betsey Johnson eyeglasses and sunglasses! Much like her clothing line, Betsey Johnson’s eyewear boasts the same quirky flare and colourful styles. Here’s a preview of what’s in store. Betsey Johnson is an American fashion designer best known for her feminine and whimsical designs. Many of her designs […]


Petite Frames

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We’ve just received some exciting eyeglasses perfect for those with petite features. Itsy Bitsy Betsey Johnson (by Betsey Johnson) mimics the original Betsey Johnson designs, but in a smaller size. We also have eyeglasses from Bevel, handmade in Japan, in titanium or acetate finishes that are also designed with a smaller fit in mind. Most […]