New David Yurman Styles Available Now

Model 085 with intricate detailing

Brand new David Yurman models are available now at Spectacle's Queen St. West boutique.  David is known for his high-fashion pieces and stunning temple metalwork.

Model 075 in Black

Model 085 in colours Tortoise Lavender, Black Tortoise, and Havana

Model 075 in Garnet and Havana

MOSCOT Trunk Show this Friday!

Spectacle is holding a MOSCOT Trunk Show this Friday in the Distillery District!

Stop by to preview the entire Fall / Winter 2013 collection and meet the brand rep for styling advice.

New Custom DITA Statesman Sunglass Now Available

Spectacle has received some custom made DITA Statesman sunglasses.  DITA creates the sunglasses to order and they are now available in a gold and black combination at our Queen St. West boutique.

The DITA Statesman Sunglass in Gold and Black

The Statesman is also a popular ophthalmic style and is a classic, timeless piece.  Come by and view our entire collection of DITA eyewear soon!

New Barton Perreira Dillinger Sunglass Colours Now Available

Spectacle has received some Barton Perreira Dillinger sunglasses in brand new colour ways.  The Dillinger is a classic shape from Barton Perreira.  The unique new colour patterns compliment and contrast each other to make the shades stand out from other sunglass styles.

The Dillinger in Matte Golden Honey Torasel and Bottle Green lenses

The Dillinger in Matte Navy with Smolder lenses

The Dillinger in Matte Champagne Matte Torasel and Julep lenses

All three of the new Dillinger colours are available now at our Queen St. West shop!

Limited Edition Paul Smith Spectacles Now Available!

Paul Smith 294 Display Case

The Limited Edition Paul Smith 294 eyeglasses are available now at Spectacle's Yonge St. boutique.  The 294 is a great eyeglass for both men and women and comes in 4 colour ways.

The 294 in colours 1390 and 1388

The 294 in colour 1389 and 1391

To celebrate the release, Spectacle is holding a special contest for anyone who purchases Paul Smith eyewear from our Yonge St. shop!  From now until August 30th, if you purchase any Paul Smith eyewear you can enter our raffle for the exclusive Paul Smith display case pictured above.  Hurry in soon to view our entire Paul Smith collection!

Chrome Hearts Sunglasses are Available at Spectacle Now!

Spectacle has some amazing Chrome Hearts sunglasses available that are perfect for those of us who love attracting attention to our eyewear.

Chrome Hearts G MONEY I & BAUNER DONER

Chrome Hearts BUBBA

Chrome Hearts are known for their large, detail oriented styles that are definitely eye-catching.  The sunglasses are made of unique, high quality materials such as wood and titanium.

Chrome Hearts CUNNING STUNT

Chrome Hearts MYDIXADRYLL

These and more Chrome Hearts sunglasses are always housed at Spectacle's Queen St. West boutique. We also have a new shipment coming soon so keep checking our Facebook and Twitter feeds for updates!

New MOSCOT Spirit and MOSCOT Originals Campaign

The MOSCOT Spirit and MOSCOT Originals collections have recently re-launched with a unique campaign.  The announcement stars identical twins from NYC modelling the pieces.

According to MOSCOT, the idea came up because "like identical twins, the brand new MOSCOT Spirit & Originals Collections share the same great DNA -- the same high quality acetate, real hardware for the sturdiest possible construction, and authentic period details... like identical twins, each Collection also enjoys unique qualities". Check out the behind the scenes video below and come by any Spectacle location to view our exclusive MOSCOT collections soon!

PopUp 120 Showroom Opens in Toronto

Fashion movers and shakers braved Toronto's recent heat wave to make an appearance at one of the city's newest hot spots, PopUp 120. Located on the unique, developing corner of Argyle Street on Ossington, the crowd was eager to mix and mingle along with a cold beverage.

PopUp 120 is a retail extension of its original national clothing supply and distributor business, Agency One. According to owner, Ken Georgopoulos, “We wanted to create a space that serves as a marketing and PR function for each of the brands that we carry.” Just to name a few, Popup 120 carries: Religion, House of Gods, and various collaborations including Alexander Wang, Phillip Lim, and Dries Van Noten.

Collage with owner Ken

Georgopoulos says his inspiration for opening PopUp 120 came from his trip to Paris during Fashion Week a few years back, when he stumbled across a showroom. “I took a look inside to see what was going on and basically, it was Opening Ceremony using a retail space for their wholesale activities... you see examples of it in New York, London, and Paris, so I thought it would be good to have something like that to bring to Canada as well.”

Be sure to stop by PopUp 120 soon to check out the great showroom atmosphere!

Written by Christina Cheng, Freelance Journalist & Stylist at Spectacle

Happy Birthday Hunter S. Thompson

"If you're going to be crazy, you have to get paid for it

or else you're going to be locked up"

- Hunter S. Thompson

Today is iconic American author and journalist Hunter S. Thompson's birthday.  He is most famous for his work Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas which later became a film starring Johnny Depp.

Hunter S. Thompson is also credited with creating the concept of "Gonzo journalism" - a highly personalized style of reporting where the author becomes so involved with the writing process that they themselves become a central character.  Thompson's works remain highly influential still today and he is even the theme behind Garrett Leight's new eyewear campaign.

 

A still shot of Garrett Leight's new campaign

Happy Birthday to Hunter S. Thompson and if you're looking for a Summer read, we highly recommend Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas.

New Linda Farrow Luxe and Collaborations are Available Now at Spectacle!

Linda Farrow x Dries Van Noten 37 is a rounded browline style, constructed on a unique, minimal wire

Spectacle has received some new Linda Farrow Luxe as well as Dries Van Noten, Kris Van Assche, and The Row collaboration pieces.  Linda Farrow is a luxury eyewear brand.  The designs utilize unique materials and patterns to create fashion-forward styles.

The Linda Farrow Luxe 94 is a high-fashion sunglass wrapped in snakeskin

Linda Farrow x KRISVANASSCHE 12 sunglasses have the effect of a burnt metal titanium eyeglass "trapped" in a transparent resin mould

The Linda Farrow Luxe 71 and Linda Farrow x Dries Van Noten 29 are classic examples
of style and luxury coming together in eyewear

The Linda Farrow x The Row 48 is a very colourful sunglass with a playful edge and leather temples

Linda Farrow x The Row 29 and Linda Farrow x KRISVANASSCHE 2 are unique
pieces that are both modern and fashion forward

These and more stunning Linda Farrow Luxe and various collaboration pieces are available now at our Queen St. West boutique!

Thom Browne's Spring 2014 Fashion Show Forecasts Coming Trends

The show was heavy on grey, red, and blue tones as well as aviator-style shades 

Thom Browne fashion shows are always over-the-top, costume filled events.  They are also great at foreshadowing upcoming trends in the fashion and eyewear industry.  His recent Paris show proves that as a showman, Thom Browne cannot be beat.

Thom Browne eyewear is always fashionable yet timeless.  His styles are unique and look great on men and women alike.  Keep an eye on Spectacle's Facebook and Twitter for new releases from Thom Browne and other information on his eyewear collection.

New Harry Lary Eyewear is Available Now!

The SYMBOLY

Spectacle's Queen St. West boutique received some brand new Harry Lary eyeglasses just in time for the weekend.  The bright, bold styles are perfect for Summer and make a powerful statement.

The SUPPORTY

These and more colourful Harry Lary eyeglasses are available at Spectacle now so come by this weekend and take a look!

Happy Canada Day!

Today is Canada Day!  In celebration of the holiday, all Spectacle locations will be closed today - Monday, July 1st.  Enjoy the day and we'll see you Tuesday!

Christian Louboutin Exhibit on Now at Design Exchange!

Christian Louboutin is a high fashion designer from France and you'd probably recognize his shoes by their signature red-lacquered soles.  From now until September 15th, Design Exchange in Toronto is holding a special exhibition in conjunction with The Design Museum London that celebrates the iconic designer's career that has pushed the boundaries of fashion and shoe design.

The exhibit reveals the artistry and theatricality of Louboutin's shoe design from stilettos to lace-up boots, studded sneakers, and bejeweled pumps.  Don't miss out on this great opportunity to experience high fashion on a whole new level!