Brand New CAZAL Eyewear Just in Time for the Long Weekend!

Model 163/3

Spectacle received some new CAZAL eyeglasses and shades perfect for the May 2-4.  The shipment included brand new models as well as re-stock of their more popular styles.

Model 643

Model 650/301

Model 643

Model 9042

CAZALs always fly off the shelves so stop in before they're all gone!

Exclusive, Limited Edition CAZAL Cari Zalloni Tribute Shades are Now at Spectacle!

The CAZAL model 607 in Matte Black is available now at our Queen St. West boutique.  The shades are a tribute to CAZAL founder Cari Zalloni who passed away in 2012.

CAZAL founder Cari Zalloni

Each piece is numbered out of 999 to mark the amount produced.  It's a very limited edition piece and Spectacle is the only shop in Toronto to house the newest CAZAL style.

The CAZAL 607 in Matte Black

The tribute message inside the temple

We are also the first in Toronto to have other CAZAL models in Matte Black like the 163, 623, and 616.

The new CAZAL 163, 623, and 616 models all in Matte Black

If you love CAZAL eyewear as much as we do, make sure to pick up your new 607s and other Matte Black styles before they're all gone!

Darren Loves CAZAL Eyewear!

Our Favourite Frames of the Year countdown has begun and Darren is first with his love of CAZAL!  Darren has been with Spectacle for a while now and his experience has given him great insight into the coolest, most flattering styles.

Darren explains why he loves the CAZAL 616 model so much:

"Why do I like the CAZAL 616? Well for me it is all about the versatility. Being around since the 80's these frames have a special place in hip hop lore. Think everything from RUN DMC krushing grooves to Jay Z making the Yankee hat more famous then a Yankee can and you will see them rocking something along the lines of this model. 

However, these frames aren't just for the young and jiggy with it. With the depth and sturdiness they posses they are perfect for the future, current and emerging presbyopes - think Robert DeNiro as "Ace" Rothstein in Casino or Uncle Junior Soprano.

It doesn't matter if I'm standing in my B Boy stance or telling some punk kids to "get away from my rhododendrons" - as long as I am wearing my Cazal 616's I'll look good doing it."

Jay-Z wearing his CAZAL frames

We carry a range of CAZAL eyewear at Spectacle so come by and take a look! Keep your eyes out for our next staff member's favourite frames...

Homage to Cari Zalloni

If you grew up in the 80's listening to rap (ie the Golden Age of Hip-Hop), there was nothing more iconic than Adidas shell-toes, Kangol hats, and Cazal sunglasses. 

Model 8002 is available at Spectacle in Tortoise shade

Cari Zalloni (CAri ZALloni), founder and designer of Cazal eyewear, has passed away this month.  He is famous for his amazing eyewear creations which are unique and distinguished.  Cari has said of the inspiration behind his frames that "a designer eyewear line that pleases everyone is unlikely to inspire, good design must be thought-provoking".



HOMAGE TO CARI ZALLONI from hamansutra on Vimeo.

Spectacle appreciates and thanks you Cari for your contribution and leadership in the fashion and eyewear industry.

Newly Released Cazal's are Here!

Gwen Stefani in the all-new 905 by Cazal.

Cazal, the German eyewear company behind some of most iconic faces in pop culture of the last twenty years has just released some new models including the 905 and the 616 and Spectacle on Queen West has got 'em, naturally!



The 905 in Gold with Green Gradient Lenses.





The 905 with White highlights on Gold.



Also available in Black and Gold.



Spectacle is also excited to have the Cazal 616 in both clear prescription and sunglass tints.  Those with a keen eye may recall this distinct frame was the signature look of Spike Lee's Mars Blackmon character from the early 90's Nike ads with Michael Jordan.





The 616 as made famous by Spike Lee.





Mars Blackmon: "Is it the Shoe's Michael??"

The 616 Sunglass variant in tortoiseshell.

The classic black 616 with Gradient Grey Lenses.

These new models along with some original vintage pieces and the current Cazal collection are in stock at our Queen Street West Boutique.  Take a peek here at some of the other styles from one of the most sought after brands in the world! 

Spectacle is your hookup if, like the Cazal Boys, you're lookin to be 'Snatchin' Cazals!

Client Profile: Chris Gibbs

Chris Gibbs is one of our most diverse and exciting clients.

By day you will find him at his office, cleaned up real good (just ask the lady staff at Spectacle) modeling some pretty classic suits with his Alian Mikli's and Paul Smith specs.

By night he can be found at various parties and soirees in the company of his lovely lady, usually sporting one of the many vintage Cazal's in his collection.

In the above picture he is rocking a custom job done in the Spectacle lab.
We took the original rose colored shield out of his Cazal 858's and replaced it with a permanent clear version for all the time awesomeness.

Thanks for being an impeccably dressed friend Chris, Spectacle Loves You.