One of our boldest and brightest eyewear brands has just shipped us some of their new Spring/Summer stock. Twin Peak and Horse Shoe come in the most gorgeous and bright colours. Check them out!
We all know aviators are wicked sunglasses, but ever thought of a sexy double-bridged frame for your eyeglasses? The double bridge is a retro design staple, and our vintage collection boasts a variety of shapes utilizing this frame structure. Here are some examples of what a double-bridged frame may look like, varying from metal to […]
Spring has just officially arrived and so have some new Yellows Plus frames from Japan. Lots of new sunglass styles as well as regular glasses. There are shapes for everyone; round, cateye, double bridge, over sized, as well as colorful acetates, purple, yellow and tort! Come on in to check out the entire collection!
One of our household favourite brands, Woody, has moved their manufacturing to just outside the city – now they are designed and made right here in Toronto! Fresh frames from within 100 km – perhaps a new trend in eyewear is arising? Shopping local may now pertain to the eyewear industry! Pretty cool right? We think […]
The standard safety frame in the 1950 and 60’s was completely customizable with different lens, bridge, and temple options. These frames were typically made out of a safety material that was opaque in its natural state – therefore, able to be dyed into several colours. We here at Opticianado have been collecting these vintage gems and […]
More vintage in this week – prominent deadstock acetates! These frames are great for men and women looking for a bolder style. Come in store to see more!
What does “deadstock” mean? New old stock or deadstock means the product has never been worn, sold or bought, and often still has the original tag and packaging. Opticianado owner and curator, Jordan Paul, travels the world looking for closing Optical shops and factories for never worn vintage eyewear. Jordan has an overwhelming amount of frames […]
We just received a new batch of Matttew frames from Belgium. Matttew’s combines gorgeous and bright acetates with more subtle neutral colours. Among these plastic frames below, we also have many of their extremely fashionable but durable titanium frames in stock. Come on by to check out the collection.
Lindberg prides themselves in making some of the most innovative and forward thinking eyewear designs. Their eyewear is made of 100% Titanium as well as acetate to create bold but extremely light weight frames. Lindberg offers many different sizes and colours giving an array of options for the entire family. If your nervous for your child’s […]
Freedom from your glasses is just a few steps away! As much as our team at Opticianado loves to see you confidently sport your glasses, we understand the convenience and comfort that contact lenses can provide. Contact lenses have come a long way since Leonardo Da Vinci first conceptualized them back in 1508. Each year […]