FBI Special Agent Dana Scully of The X Files is remembered for lots of things; her intelligence, rigid skepticism, and now with the 90s resurgence in full effect, her gorgeous metallic frames. At Opticianado, we carry a wide variety of vintage metal frames reminiscent of Scully’s signature look. This type of frame is a great […]
Every season, Pantone releases a new carefully selected palette that reflects the most prominent colours in fashion and style. For fall 2016, they’ve chosen an eclectic and joyful mix of brights and neutrals that will keep you from feeling drab as the summer cools down. At Opticianado, we have a sincere passion for design […]
If, like us, you recently binge-watched Netflix’s amazing new series Stranger Things, you may be feeling a little nostalgic for 80s eyewear à la Barb. We pride ourselves on our huge collection of vintage eyewear, and we have tons of 80s styles reminiscent of this red-headed cutie’s frames in creamy, rose-y tones. If you’re feeling […]
For customers looking for a departure from classic round and rectangular shapes, we carry an abundance of geometric, polygonal frames! Playing with shapes and angles offers a quirky alternative to your look while maintaining an overall clean and modern aesthetic. Curious about our one-of-a-kind frames? Come on down to the shop and learn more about […]
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. […]
Christian Bale stars as Patrick Bateman in Mary Harron’s film adaptation of American Psycho by Bret Easton Ellis. His iconic Wall-Street look is completed with the O’Malley frame, one of our many Oliver Peoples styles available in store. In Casino, De Niro stars as Sam “Ace” Rothstein, wearing these incredible Ultra Goliath […]
Woodys are some of the boldest frame designs we carry. As the name suggests, they are made of… acetate. Wild, right? Right. Totally wild. They achieve the wooden-lookin’ finish by sandblasting and striating the materials after they are crafted. Perhaps more important, Woody glasses and sunglasses are our primary local option. They’re handcrafted right here in the GTA at Frame […]
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 […]
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
