We scoured the vintage finds at Discount Optical (1312 Bloor W., 416-532-7997) for bold frames that depart from the seen-them-everywhere options. The go-nuts price for these unique visions? A mere $60 each.
The rappers of the ’80s knew that giant gold aviators (plus Adidas) made the hottest style statement. The vintage pair pictured above will accessorize your concert tees for an edge that doesn’t scream child predator.
From John Lennon to Harry Potter, there’s something about the rounded granny frame, here in a warm amber, that opens up the windows to the soul.
Sick of seeing suburban teens aping your oversized black geek glasses? The banner framing on top of this pair twists that idea just enough.
Want to know why the feisty ladies on The Golden Girls were always getting laid? We attribute their sex appeal to pretty blush-tone frames.
The clear, oversized frame, popularized by director Wes Anderson, goes to the jungle. We love the bold yellow tiger stripes — a dramatic statement when winter leaves us in boring coats and sweaters.
When it comes to current eyewear trends, the mantra is go big or go home. These European plastic frames have it all in size, sturdiness and sweet periwinkle.
Be book smart or just look that way in these marbled tortoiseshell frames, fittingly made by Bright Eyes Optical for that “sensitive guy who works at TYPE” look.
The art deco detail on the temple of these vintage frames could be sported by a flapper or Valley Girl–era mall rat. It’s up to you to determine which look to emulate for the day.