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Back to school!

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Labour day weekend marks the end of summer, and the beginning of another special season: BACK TO SCHOOL SEASON! A very exciting time for everyone, parents and kids alike. At Opticianado we of course encourage you to consider yours and your childs eyes when prepping for the new school year. Straining to see the chalkboard […]


New VINTAGE stock: Safety Supply

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We are proud to add to our stock of Safety Supply glasses, these unique made-in-Canada vintage safety glasses. You can truly see the progression of style in these practical, yet beautiful frames. Our older stock demonstrates the cat-eye style of the time, but as we move in to 70s and 80s (yes, we’ve finally made […]


Junction Design Crawl: Oh what a night!

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We cannot say enough about last Friday’s Junction Design Crawl. The store was packed to the brim nearly the whole time as we partied well in to the night. Guests enjoyed live music and refreshments, and got creative with vintage toys such as Etch-a-Sketch, Lego and Spirograph. The Kingsley Etienne Organ Trio drew crowds to […]


New Sunglasses Stock: SUPER NEW SUPERS

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New models of Retro Super Future have just arrived at Opticianado. Our customers are really digging this new brand. Come and check out the newest styles while they last.


New Eyewear Arrival: Dzmitry Samal Eyewear

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The excitement is through the roof here at Opticianado as we’ve just unpacked a new shipment of Dmitry Samal Eyewear. A few new, graphic, gorgeous, geometric, but most importantly glamorous sunglass shapes are hitting the shelves today. PLEASE. Do yourself a favour and come explore. The brilliant designs of Samal have inspired this months window […]


New Eyewear arrival: Kirk Originals Saturn Collection

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Since the London Olympics closing ceremonies, we know all you Anglophiles are itching for the next British invasion…look no further than Opticianado! A new stock of the fabulous, Brighton based line, Kirk Originals has arrived at Opticianado. The Saturn collection is truly the shining star of the Kirk Originals Galaxy. For the bold and adventurous […]


Opticianado Summer Sunglass Sale!

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Come in to Opticianado now until August 26th for HUGE savings on our new and vintage sunglasses! You can save between 10-50% on selected styles. Drop by while the savings last.


Optics + Play: Vintage Design Toys at Opticianado

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On Friday, August 24, from 7-11 join us for the Junction Design Crawl. Your favorite Junction spots will be lit up with installations, performances, and a few surprises. Come to Opticianado to enjoy food, drink and live music by Hammond B3 legend Kingsley Etienne while you explore the playful side of design. Opticianado takes design […]


Opticianado @ The Junction Flea

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We are excited to announce we will be joining the fine ranks of the Junction Flea vendors, this Sunday August 12th. Check us out at the corner of Dundas and Indian Road. We will have various select frames from our collection of vintage eyewear, as well as eyewear accessories, and various odds and sods from […]


Dzmitry Samal Exclusively at Opticianado

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Opticianado is proud to announce the arrival of our exclusive collection of eyewear by contemporary Paris-based, independent designer, Dzmitry Samal. Entirely handmade in France with the finest materials and stunning colours, Dzmitry Samal frames combine futuristic innovation with a vintage aesthetic. Be the first to own these incredible designs: Opticianado is the first store in […]