Tag Archives: eyewear

November Sale

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Get a kick start on your holiday shopping with our amazing sale during the month of November!


Showoff @ the Junction – Aftermath

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The Junction Show off was a huge success. Homemade food + drinks + live country boogie music = good times. Special thanks to Ashley and Stanley of Mason Studio for organizing the event; Nivek Remas, Kevin Chan and Samer Shaath for creating our spectacular window and of course Nichol Robertson and his Honkey Tonk Boogaloo […]


New Products!

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Our fall lineup is making its way in. Here’s a preview of what’s in store! Starting off, we’d like to introduce a brand new collection, Kala, which features handmade retro inspired acetates. Followed by small size Lindberg Acetanium frames perfect for those with petite features Also new, LA Eyeworks, fun and funky plastics and titanium […]


Show Off @ The Junction Hosted by Mason

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Hey everyone! Our doors will remain open from 7pm to 11pm this Friday October 21, 2011 for “Show Off @ The Junction” by Mason. Drop by to see the exciting new window display, enjoy live music by Nichol Robertson & his Honkey Tonk Boogaloo Boys, and try on some spiffy vintage glasses. “Toronto-based design firm […]


Contest Winner!

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Earlier this month, we had asked visitors to name 3 actors/actresses who wears eyeglasses for a chance to win a gift certificate at our store. After much anticipation, we randomly selected one entry and would like to congratulate Rachel for being the lucky winner! Here she is sporting her cool new vintage sunglasses! We were […]


Oliver Peoples Tribute

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We’ve just unpacked a new shipment of Oliver Peoples eyeglasses and sunglasses and amongst the cool new colours and styles, there is a special frame dedicated to one of Oliver Peoples long time friends whom had recently passed away. Named after the late Harry Toulch, the “Toulch” frame features a retro inspired square shape made […]


What is an Optician?

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Many people tend to confuse the roles of the 3 O’s (Optician, Optometrist, Ophthalmologist). While all 3 specialize in the health and safety of your eyes and vision, each perform a specific role. An Optician has vast knowledge of all the different types of corrective lenses and contact lenses available and are trained to dispense […]


New Eyewear Stock: LA Eyeworks

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We’ve just received our first shipment of some new LA Eyeworks eyeglasses! Here’s a sneak peak of what’s in store, and in case you’re wondering, yes those are the cases that these awesome frames come with! LA Eyeworks Ska 033-033 LA Eyeworks Ink 019-019 LA Eyeworks Magpie 297 LA Eyeworks Cat 04-01 LA Eyeworks Ace […]


National Post: “Vintage Visionary”

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The National Post’s Retail Therapy article on Opticianado, “Vintage Visionary,” should make it easier for eyeglass aficionados to find us on their search for merch: “Packed into the Junction’s hub of largely independent businesses, Paul isn’t nervous about competing with chain opticals. For many customers, the nostalgia factor trumps pricey mass-produced frames.” http://news.nationalpost.com/2011/08/26/retail-therapy-opticianado/


Last Week for Summer Sale!

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Summer is winding to an end and so is our Sunglasses Sale! Until August 31, 2011, take advantage of our sale with savings of 25%-50% off all sunglasses!